That’s why when designing Great Dane trailers, our engineering team not only focused on innovations and efficiencies, but also on features that can help reduce injuries and increase overall safety.
We discovered that even seemingly simple solutions can have a big impact. For example, we partnered with SLIPNOT and added a slip-resistant surface to high-traffic points in our Everest refrigerated 2025 models. Here’s a look at what SLIPNOT looks like on our reefers.
You know more than anyone that stops can be unpredictable. But simple changes in design can help your drivers stay safe and keep your fleet moving forward. For example, loading and unloading a trailer in the wrong situation, like from an unstable surface or in low-visibility areas, can lead to slips or falling cargo. To help avoid this, we explored every nook and cranny of our trailers to identify ways to increase safety and security.
Let There Be Light
Good lighting in and around the trailer is important for keeping drivers safe, and LED lighting is a driver’s best friend for illuminating the interior and exterior of the trailer. LED lamps last longer, are more durable, and shine brighter than filament-style bulbs. Great Dane trailers feature LED lamps, including dual-intensity rear ID cluster lights and LED strip lighting recessed into the ceiling of the company’s Everest reefers. Take a look at this side-by-side comparison of dome lights vs. LED strip lighting.
But great lighting offers more than just helping the driver see, it helps others see the trailer, as well. Our ReverseAlert four-in-one backup alarm system, combines all stop, tail, turn and backup functions into one single industry-standard lamp. The system activates by sounding a horn and activating lights when the wheels turn backward, providing greater safety for drivers and pedestrians.
We also offer the industry’s smallest wireless rear-mounted camera system into our trailers. The camera gives the driver another set of eyes while on the road, in parking lots, or during docking maneuvers.
Want to take a deeper dive? Explore our interactive models and the safety features on our Everest reefers, Champion dry vans and Freedom flatbeds.
Securement for Safety’s Sake
Securing cargo on a flatbed trailer takes some know-how, but with the right approach, it’s easy to get it right.
To help keep our customer’s cargo secure, our trailers provide a wide variety of securement options. Heavy-duty side rails; pipe spools; evenly-spaced stake pockets; movable, sliding winches; twist locks; rope ties; D-rings; removable hooks; pull-up chains; and rub rails are all found on our Freedom flatbeds, giving drivers the strength and flexibility to handle even the most challenging cargo.
Need a tailored solution for your specific operation? Our teams work with our customers to customize their equipment so it’s perfectly suited for their applications. Some of the customizations we provide include:
- Drop decks
- Coil packages
- Load securement options
- Bulkheads
- Rear-end options
Interested in seeing what we provide? Click here to take a look at the load securement options we offer.
Investing in equipment that safely secures your cargo will not only help you ace the CVSA Roadcheck but will provide peace of mind as your load remains steadily in place for the long haul.
Want to talk with our team about how our safety features can deliver greater safety and efficiency for your fleet? Contact our team.
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