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Cargo Management Showcase

 

Slip-sliding away.

Not.

No way.

Cargo management just keeps getting better. Better designs. Better features. Better mechanisms. Better uses. Even better prices. All of which lead to better opportunities for restylers.

People are always on the move and need to take along their gear for sports, hunting, fishing, camping, skiing and boarding, going to the store or going to grandma’syou name it. And though carmakers have managed to get more room inside their vehicles, with the decided shift to smaller vehicles, enthusiasts and travelers will need the smarter-designed cargo carriers to outfit these vehicles even more.

Commercially, truck and van operators need the combination of the sturdiest, lightest, easiest-to-use cargo management systems from toolboxes to racks to keep their workaday needs more efficient, more utilitarian.

Throughout the next several pages, take note of the items available to assist you and your customers. These will help you all maintain a good, secure grip on managing cargo, with no slip-sliding.

UNDERBODY BOX
Unique Truck Accessories, Sturgis, Mich., makes available its underbody truck box that now offers the option of adding a top drawer featuring removable dividers that may be adjusted to suit truck operators’ needs. Locking doors and drawers.USE INFO #413

 

CARGO RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Truck Covers USA, San Diego, introduces its American Snap-Loc cargo control and restraint system. An anchor-points and strap system for tying down such items as a motorcycle, ATV, boxes, furniture, lumber, equipment, ladders and more. A positive-locking system designed to not come loose accidentally. USE INFO #404

ALUMINUM TOOL BOXES
Owens Products Inc., Sturgis, Mich., introduces its EXTREME XPL diamond-tread aluminum tool boxes. The EXTREME XPL series features a lid with a distinctive curve. The paddle latch series is offered in both a standard height as well as a low-profile design. Features an advanced lid bracing design. USE INFO #408

DEWALT-BRANDED RACKS
Leer (part of Truck Accessories Group), Elkhart, Ind., offers DeWalt-branded commercial racks by Thule. Designed for use on Leer commercial truck caps, the DeWalt-branded racks are made from extruded aluminum, and feature a low-profile design with an articulating base that allows mounting on uneven surfaces. Rated to carry 500 lbs. and incorporate an aerodynamic load bar with a rubber insert that provides load support  and protects equipment from damage. USE INFO #403

 

CONTRACTOR RACKS
Hauler Racks Inc., Minneapolis, introduces its ProRac Contractor Series for trucks, trucks with caps, and vans. Series included three racks made from 14-gauge steel with black, textured powder-coat finish. Fully adjustable to fit vehicle. Designed to allow dealers to stock fewer part numbers to cover most trucks and vans. USE INFO #405

POLYESTER ORGANIZERS
Go Rhino!, Brea, Calif., makes available its Xtreme Organizers. Made from heavy-duty, vinyl-coated polyester with removable stiffeners. Keeps everything in place while traveling. Suitable for all vehicles. Model shown is the Kargo XLT, a 4-cu.-ft., rigid lid for security and protection, multiple pockets, adjustable dividers and molded carry handles. “D” rings for securing in the vehicle. USE INFO #402

BED STORAGE SYSTEM
Bestop, Broomfield, Colo., introduces its BestRail System, designed to maximize every use of a truck bed. By utilizing the BestRail Storage Trays with either the company’s hard tonneau or soft tonneau, owners can choose only the components needed. Depending on the truck bed up to three storage trays can fit in the back of the bed and utilize the tonneau as well as the Overhead Rack System. USE INFO #401

UNIVERSAL CARGO CONTROL
Nifty Products/Lund International, Hamilton, Ohio, introduces its Universal Cargo Logic System, a cargo management solution for cars, vans, SUVs and CUVs. The Cargo Logic system includes a heavy-duty mat that features a non-slip nibbed backing, a raised edge to contain spills, and space-age fibers that look and feel like carpet, but can be easily cleaned with a garden hose. Also included are four cargo locks and a Cargo Logic Tote to secure and contain cargo. USE INFO #414

SOFT TONNEAU, ANCHOR SYSTEM
TruXedo Inc., Yankton, S.D., introduces its TruXedo TonneauTraX™ soft roll-up tonneau cover with integrated cargo system. Tonneau system includes a rail design that integrates a cargo management tie-down track into the tonneau cover system. Roll open cover to unveil the rail system with quick-attach steel cargo anchors that secure large and heavy cargo. Anchors are repositionable and lock into place. 1,000-lb. working load limit. USE INFO #409

ROOFTOP CARGO MANAGEMENT
Valley, Lodi, Calif., announces an assortment of cargo management accessories including the updated SportRack Roof Box constructed from ABS. It measures 63" long, 38" wide and 19" high with a cargo capacity of 18 cu. ft. Features rear opening with a quick-release lock. Is compatible with most round-bar, square-bar and factory rack systems using the 4" U-bolt kit provided. USE INFO #410

SLIDING CARGO UNIT
BedSlide Inc. (IFW), Medford, Ore., (May 27, 2009), presents its cargo retrieval units. Fully assembled, installs in 30 min. Pre-punched frame cross members allow for bolting if desired; once installed, entire BedSlide can be removed in less than 1 min. USE INFO #411

REAR-MOUNT CARGO CARRIER
Rhino Linings Corp., San Diego, offers its TuffGrips™ cargo-holding system for hauling such items as coolers, camping equipment, surf boards, livestock, etc. Color stable; non-skid grip. Besides trucks item can be applied to Jeeps, trailers, grille guards, bumpers and rockers, as well as trailer, tractors and ATVs. USE INFO #427

CARGO BRACE BAR
Save-A-Load Inc., Charlotte, N.C., makes available its cargo bracing bar. Lightweight — 5 lbs. Offers durability, ease-of-use use; has push button release. Working range from 47"-75". Designed to prevent items from sliding around in the bed of the pickup truck. USE INFO #429

 

SMART CAR BACK BASKET
Aries Automotive, Lomita, Calif., presents its back basket for the Smart ForTwo. The Smart Basket mounts to the existing rear tow hooks for a strong and stable mount. Can be installed within minutes. Aries also offers Top Support Bar for larger items such as golf clubs, boards. The Smart Basket and Top Support are available in 304 stainless and carbon-black powder-coated steel. Both bases of the basket come in a stainless steel to prevent corrosion. Dimensions range from 58" x 10" x 6". USE INFO #415

MODULAR RACK
Warrior Products, Tualatin, Ore., offers its Safari Sport Rack, a semi-permanent, modular system. Two independent crossbars mount at vehicle’s windshield and rear tub areas as supports for lights, small watercraft and/or a cargo basket. Quick-release snapper pin disconnects on each crossbar leg allow removal from vehicle. Black powder-coat. Carrying capacity of 400 lbs. highway or 150 lbs. off road. Multiple attachment brackets available to mount lights, a shovel and/or axe and a Hi-Lift Jack. USE INFO #425

TONNEAU CADDY
Steffens Enterprises, Caledonia, Mich., offers its Personal Caddy™ multi-purpose cargo management system as an option item for the G4-ELITE™ Fold-a-Cover™ tonneau. Provides a place to store and organize items kept in truck bed, as well as controlling the movement of smaller cargo items. An optional sliding tray on the driver’s side is available. Caddy is suspended above the bed floor allowing for such items as lumber and sheet goods to be stored beneath it. USE INFO #424

 

LADDER RACK
Amer-Rac Van & Pickup Truck Ladder Racks, Pennsauken, N.J., presents its MSR Ladder Rack designed for flexibility by allowing users to customize the rack to their specific needs while still providing a one-size-fits-all unit. Contoured legs conform to the lines of the cab with no cutting required. Three types of over-the-cab side rails are available along with options to customize attachment to allow for caps, tonneau covers, etc. All parts are powder-coated black or white. USE INFO #423

SMALL-CARGO TRUCK BED ORGANIZER
AMP Research, Irvine, Calif., offers its Bed X-Tender truck bed cargo containment unit. Manufactured from 6063 T6 aluminum tubes with glass-reinforced nylon composite uprights. Attaches to the truck bed. Helps separate and secure smaller cargo when the tailgate is closed. Weighs 9.5 lbs. Fits compact, midsize and full standard or narrow-bed trucks. Available in black or silver powder-coat finish. USE INFO #416

STEEL CAGES FOR JEEPS
Kargo Master, Rancho Cordova, Calif., makes available its steel cages for all 2007 and newer JK Jeeps. Has 500-lb. evenly distributed load capacity 1-5/8"-diameter tubing, powder-coated black. No-drill feature uses all the factory holes on the Jeeps. The Congo Cages are available for Jeep Wranglers 1978 and newer. USE INFO #417

COMMERCIAL TRUCK CAP
Snugtop, Long Beach, Calif., makes available its SnugPro commercial truck cap. Comes in multiple cap configurations to meet many commercial applications. Provides flush-mounted fiberglass side doors that are equipped with folding T-handles. Options include a multitude of shelving setups, a variety of rear door options, a heavy-duty roof rack, more. USE INFO #406

GEAR BOX
Husky/Winfield Consumer Products Inc., offers its GearBox™ for storing loose items. The storage system is engineered to specifically fit under a vehicle's rear seat. Large capacity with removable dividers for storing such small items as jumper cables, tools, car care supplies and whatever else drivers keep in their vehicles. Manufactured in the United States with a lifetime warranty against cracking or breaking. USE INFO #431

TOOL BOX
Ranch Hand Truck Accessories, Shiner, Texas, makes available its "Crossbox" body toolbox. Made of 14-gauge diamond plate with triple-hinged 12-gauge diamond plate lid. Designed to prevent water pooling and to resist flexing. 1" lip to help prevent forced entry. Recessed anti-theft lock receivers are a standard. Optional locks. Finished with polyester black p-earl powder coating. USE INFO #432

STEEL TOOL BOXES
Dee Zee Inc., Des Moines, Iowa, introduces its newest models of toolboxes in steel finishes. Features NRT™ corrosion-resistant powder-coat, wrinkle white or textured black finish. Full seam welds; AlumaGuard™ and internal bends for cross-body strength; full-pan double “V” lid stiffener. Dampened gas shocks for lid; 300-series stainless steel paddle handles. The latches use threaded strikers with a pin head to prevent pry-bar entry. Crossover, gull wing, chest or side-mount style. USE INFO #407

WORK TRUCK BOXES, RACKS
Highway Products, White City, Ore., introduces its latest Pickup Pack™ for cargo management in work trucks. Pack includes a gull-wing saddle-box, two lockable low-side boxes, a flat/dome center hatch, a headache rack and a removable ladder rack. When closed, the hatch locks the tailgate, allowing bed area to be secure and weather resistant Optional Roller Coaster™ cargo tray holds up to 2,000 lbs. of cargo and slides out. USE INFO #422

BEDLINER
Extang, Ann Arbor, Mich., presents its BedRug, a 100% plastic liner that looks and feels like carpet. Doesn’t absorb water. Designed for exterior use. Keeps cargo from shifting, and provides impact and scratch protection. Vehicle-specific contour fit, with 3/4" ribbed foam backing that molds to the contour of the truck bed. USE INFO #433

RAIL RACK
U.S. Rack Inc., Madera, Calif., presents its Rail Rack, two-section rack that installs or removes in 5 min. No drilling. Carries up to 400 lbs. of cargo. Each section mounts on the truck bedrails while attaching into the cargo management track systems of many Toyota, Nissan, Ford, GM and Dodge trucks. Since the weight of the rack rests on bedrails the load does not bear down and damage the tracks. USE INFO #430

CARGO SLIDE FOR TRUCKS, SUVS
Jotto-Cargo Slide, Rogers, Ark., makes available its cargo slide for pickup beds Made of 100% aircraft-grade aluminum. Employs the AlumaTrack System. Capacity slides: 800 lbs., 1,200 lbs., 2,000 lbs. Weighs 69 lbs.-139 lbs. New for SUVs: Models include heavy-duty AlumaPlank flooring. USE INFO #428

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