Knapheide Unveils New Aluminum Service and Aluminum Platform Bodies at 2018 Work Truck Show

At the recent 2018 Work Truck Show, Knapheide Manufacturing Company unveiled their all new aluminum service and aluminum platform bodies. These additions are, in part, thanks to the company’s new approach to design, manufacturing, and testing, as well as a long-standing dedication to high-quality work-ready solutions. The incorporation of these new body types reinforces Knapheide’s commitment to providing an optimum portfolio of aluminum truck bodies to their customers.

“When designing aluminum truck bodies, we knew that we had to have a solution that was no compromise in durability. That is why we took a clean sheet approach and dedicated our experienced engineers to create these designs.”
- Chris Weiss, Vice President of Engineering

The all new aluminum truck bodies were subjected to the most comprehensive testing program in Knapheide history. They were not only tested in the engineering lab, but also on dedicated proving grounds and in the field by real customers.

“Our customers expect their work trucks to be reliable and durable,” Mandar Dighe, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, said. “We knew we had to provide them with a product that would perform day in and day out.”

Knapheide invested in a state-of-the-art and highly automated manufacturing facility tasked to build the new aluminum truck bodies. The new facility employs innovative fabrication and assembly techniques for efficient manufacturing operations.

Aluminum truck bodies from Knapheide are now available and can be ordered through Knapheide’s extensive North American distribution network.