November 13, 2009 - As a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., announces another innovation for Talbert spread axle trailers – The Equalizer™ – a nitrogen-assisted dampening system that hydraulically transfers loads in all terrains. This distinctive suspension system oscillates around a central self-tracking pivot point to provide proportionate weight distribution in each axle grouping, regardless of varying road conditions. Designed as a simple user-friendly system, operators can make easy and quick adjustments, and maintain those settings to maximize loads safely and efficiently. By hydraulically dampening axle movement and controlling load transfer, The Equalizer™ suspension system absorbs hauling and loading shocks; providing a greater range of suspension movement for reduced stress and a smoother ride. The Equalizer™ is available for use with Talbert 55SA (55-ton) and 60SA (60-ton) 3+1 spread axle series trailers and axle attachments.

In addition to its advanced design, The Equalizer™ also incorporates a duel 2-speed landing gear making connecting the trailer to the axle attachment much easier. The unique design of The Equalizer™ also allows the axle attachment to be lifted out of the way easily for backing. Since no shimming is required, considerable time is also saved operationally and empty travel is possible without removing the booster and attachment. The Equalizer™ allows a 14-ft, 1-in spread with 54-in axle spacing; and a 14-ft, 7-in spread with 60-in axle spacing. The system is powered by a Honda gas engine power pack as standard.

Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in- plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232, or email sales@talbertmfg.com

September 15th, 2009 - As a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., is proud to appoint two veteran heavy-duty trucking and trailer industry veterans, Todd Galgoci (Great Lakes territory) and Laura Roan (Southeast territory), as area sales managers who will assist dealers and end users with trailer sales, service and support. "We are excited to have these industry professionals join the Talbert sales team. Each brings a great deal of experience and knowledge to the table, and each is an asset and a valued resource to our organization and to our dealers and customers," says Greg Smith, vice president of sales and marketing for Talbert Manufacturing.

Todd Galgoci manages the Great Lakes territory which includes Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin; and in Canada, the provinces of Manitoba, Nunavut and Ontario. Most recently, Galgoci served as the regional sales manager for dumps, flats and refuse equipment for East Manufacturing Corporation, the oldest aluminum dump trailer manufacturer in North America. While there he was responsible for numerous dealer outlets and direct accounts, supporting them with product training and a comprehensive knowledge of weight laws and regulations, specification and pricing models, and engineering assistance. Galgoci has also worked in sales management at Mid Michigan Equipment, and at Pace Trailer Sales. He can be contacted at tgalgoci@talbertmfg.com or by calling 219-863-8305.

Laura Roan handles the Southeast territory which includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Roan has served as a sales manager for Truck Bodies and Equipment International, and Morgan Corporation, both leading manufacturers of truck bodies; and for Dorsey Trailer Company. With more than 20 years of progressive sales, financial and operational service in a variety of industrial markets, Roan brings a wealth of experience in dealer development, customer service, strategic sales and business development, marketing programs and product training. She can be contacted at lroan@talbertmfg.com or by calling 404-695-9592.

Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232.

August 20, 2009 - Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, announces Talbert Advantage Credit™, a comprehensive and complete financing program available to qualifying customers for new trailer purchases made through participating dealers. Talbert Advantage Credit is supported by a number of top financial institutions who offer a variety of programs designed specifically for the needs of owner-operators, heavy haulers and companies of all sizes.

"In today’s marketplace getting financing can be quite a challenge. To streamline the purchase of a new Talbert trailer, Talbert Advantage Credit™ comprises multiple financial solutions and program choices which can be customized for each buyer," says Greg Smith, vice president of sales and marketing for Talbert Manufacturing.

Offering a full array of financing programs from customized loans to finance leases and TRAC leases, Talbert Advantage Credit will work with customers to structure a payment and a term that will best meet cash flow and/or seasonal requirements.

Qualifying companies need to provide a complete and signed credit application, along with satisfactory credit reports, and approval will generally be communicated within 24 to 72 hours.

Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and transportation equipment – from tag along units to 35- to 60-ton hydraulic removable goosenecks, sliding axle trailers and highly specialized transport systems. Talbert Manufacturing provides transport solutions to the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232.

July 23, 2009 - Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, is proud to name Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel as its number-one dealer in overall sales performance, and parts and service support.

Since its beginnings as a small trailer rental business more than 30 years ago, Hale Trailer has diversified and expanded into one of the largest new and used trailer dealerships in the country. Headquartered in Voorhees, New Jersey, Hale Trailer operates 14 locations along the East Coast from Maine to Florida - with each site offering sales, rental, immediate parts availability, repairs and maintenance, and a variety of onsite specialty services.

"Hale Trailer is highly committed to a wide variety of specialized markets. Their ability to stock such a large and diverse inventory, combined with their talented team of dedicated veteran employees, ensures their top performance in our industry for years to come," says Greg Smith, vice president of sales and marketing for Talbert Manufacturing.

"We value our continued relationship with Talbert Manufacturing. They offer the highest quality equipment - and importantly they focus on providing the right products for our customers. They will do whatever it takes to give customers what they need, when they need it," says William Fryer, a member of the Hale Trailer management team.

While Talbert Manufacturing and Hale Trailer service a growing number of transport markets, it's important to emphasize that each is keenly positioned to serve the emerging green energy and wind power industry with a current, complete and customized line of specialized transport equipment and systems.

For more information on any of the 14 locations of Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel, visit www.haletrailer.com or call toll-free at (800)-232-6535.

Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232.

July 7, 2009 - As a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., is proud to recognize its top dealers for superior achievements in sales and service throughout the past year. Of Talbert Manufacturing's outstanding North American dealer team, nine organizations are awarded honors for providing the very highest levels of product, parts and service support to our valued customers. Dealer recipients include:

• Big Iron Equipment of Lively, Ontario
• Branded Trailer Sales of Woodworth, LA
• Freightliner of Grand Rapids, MI
• Hale Trailer, Brake & Wheel of Voorhees, NJ
• J&B Pavelka Truck & Trailer of Corpus Christi, TX
• Leslie Equipment of Cowen, WV
• Lucky's Trailer Sales of South Royalton, VT
• Trailer America of Columbiana, OH
• Western Truck & Trailer Sales of Las Vegas, NV

"Despite challenging economic conditions, these top Talbert dealers continue to excel in sales and service capabilities - and most importantly, in overall customer satisfaction. It is their ongoing commitment to being the best that clearly makes a difference in our industry," says Greg Smith, vice president of sales and marketing for Talbert Manufacturing. "We would also like to commend our entire dealer team for their exceptional efforts in serving the transportation industry," adds Smith.

Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232.

February 2, 2009 - Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., provider of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment, today announced the appointment of Greg D. Smith as Vice President of Sales & Marketing.

Prior to joining Talbert Manufacturing, Greg served as Vice President of Sales with ATDynamics, a manufacturer of fuel-efficiency technology for the freight transportation industry. Previously, he was VP Sales with Truck Bodies & Equipment International (TBEI) as well as a General Manager of Fontaine Modification, and held senior leadership positions in the transportation and heavy-duty trucking industries at Clifford Power Systems, Volvo Trucks North America, and Allison Transmission.

January 12, 2009 - Under US Army contract DAAE07-03-D-S067, Talbert has delivered over 2,200 units. Production of these trailers began in 2007 and is expected to continue into 2010.

The M872A4 is a three-axle 44' flatbed semi-trailer with side rack kits and tarps, designed to support the Army's tactical rear support mission requirements, on-and off-road, transporting all kinds of payloads from tracked vehicles and containers to ammunition and bulk cargo.