California-based Phillips Industries has announced that Ryder Systems Inc. has chosen its Permalite fluorescent trailer lighting fixture as standard equipment for all new refrigerated trailer purchases.

Ryder’s “Maintenance Promise” to its customers is to provide reliable transportation solutions that improve operational efficiency and minimize downtime due to maintenance issues.
Permalite, the fluorescent dome trailer lamp developed by Phillips Industries, features an efficient ballast that suppresses start-up surge and pulls less amps, extending lamp and bulb life. Repair costs are further reduced because the low-profile, impact-resistant polycarbonate housing and unbreakable lens protect the unit from extreme conditions and routine trailer loading and cargo damage. Phillips claims that a lower-demand ballast circuit means a trailer can run up to six lamps, each with a 24-watt 12,000 hour fluorescent bulb, increasing visibility for shipping and receiving personnel. Additionally, the unique design negates the need for costly, complex and often dangerous heat strips and fits in most standard refrigerated trailers.
For details, visit www.phillipsind.com.