Abstract: A visual indicator assembly and adaptor for a trailer includes a control circuit electrically coupled to a plurality of lamps positioned in a rear header of the trailer. The control circuit is configured to supply a first voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a power signal and supply a second voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a brake signal. The second voltage signal is greater than the first voltage signal.

Abstract: A visual indicator assembly and adaptor for a trailer includes an control circuit, an input lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit, an output lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit, and an identification lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit. The input lamp plug is connectable to a trailer lamp plug of a lamp wiring harness of the trailer. The output lamp plug is connectable to a stop lamp of the trailer. The identification lamp plug is connectable to a corresponding identification lamp plug of the lamp wiring harness. The control circuit is configured to supply a first voltage signal to a plurality of lamps of the trailer in response to a power signal and supply a second voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a brake signal. The second voltage signal is greater than the first voltage signal.

Abstract: A low profile vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing having a top end, body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering the top end. The housing is adapted to fit within an opening in a surface such that the lens portion is substantially flush with the surface and the body is positioned behind the surface. In addition, circuitry is disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source is electrically connected to the circuitry.

Abstract: A low profile vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing having a top end, body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering the top end. The housing is adapted to fit within an opening in a surface such that the lens portion is substantially flush with the surface and the body is positioned behind the surface. In addition, circuitry is disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source is electrically connected to the circuitry.

Abstract: A low profile vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing having a top end, body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering the top end. The housing is adapted to fit within an opening in a surface such that the lens portion is substantially flush with the surface and the body is positioned behind the surface. In addition, circuitry is disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source is electrically connected to the circuitry.

Abstract: A visual indicator assembly and adaptor for a trailer includes an control circuit, an input lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit, an output lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit, and an identification lamp plug electrically coupled to the control circuit. The input lamp plug is connectable to a trailer lamp plug of a lamp wiring harness of the trailer. The output lamp plug is connectable to a stop lamp of the trailer. The identification lamp plug is connectable to a corresponding identification lamp plug of the lamp wiring harness. The control circuit is configured to supply a first voltage signal to a plurality of lamps of the trailer in response to a power signal and supply a second voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a brake signal. The second voltage signal is greater than the first voltage signal.

Abstract: A visual indicator assembly and adaptor for a trailer includes a control circuit electrically coupled to a plurality of lamps positioned in a rear header of the trailer. The control circuit is configured to supply a first voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a power signal and supply a second voltage signal to the plurality of lamps in response to a brake signal. The second voltage signal is greater than the first voltage signal.

Abstract: A low profile vehicle lamp assembly includes a housing having a top end, body with an interior portion and a lens portion covering the top end. The housing is adapted to fit within an opening in a surface such that the lens portion is substantially flush with the surface and the body is positioned behind the surface. In addition, circuitry is disposed within the interior portion of the housing and at least one light source is electrically connected to the circuitry.

Abstract: The present invention is a small vehicle lamp comprised of: a generally cylindrically-shaped housing with an axial bore therethrough and forming a top opening and a bottom opening; a lens disposed on the top surface of the housing; a circuit board within the axial bore of the housing; at least one LED mounted on and electrically connected to the circuit board; a resistor disposed on the circuit board; a first cable wire and a second cable wire passing through the bottom opening of the housing and in electrical contact with the circuit board; and an potting compound disposed within the housing bore, in which the epoxy covers the resistor and circuit board and at least partially covers the LED and the cable wires. The lamp is configured such that it has a low profile and can be part of a system in which a plurality of the lamps are used on a vehicle.

Abstract: A trailer includes a frame formed of metal and a door seated within the frame. The door is capable of opening and closing relative to the frame. A system is provided for use on the trailer and includes a sensor mounted on the door and a data concentrator. The sensor includes a sensing element, a transceiver and a microcontroller connected to the transceiver. The sensing element is connected to the microcontroller. The microcontroller is configured to receive information from the sensor and use the transceiver to wirelessly transmit information regarding the status of the door. The data concentrator includes a transceiver and a processor connected to the transceiver. The data concentrator is configured to wirelessly receive information regarding the status of the door from the sensor. The sensor is capable of sensing the metal material of the frame for use in determining information as to whether said door is open or closed.

Abstract: A sidewall of a trailer is provided. The sidewall includes at least one inner skin and at least one outer skin which are spaced apart by posts. A bottom rail has a portion which extends between the inner and outer skins. A top rail has a portion which extends between the inner and outer skins. The skins and the bottom rail are secured together by an adhesive, by fasteners, or by a combination of adhesive and fasteners. The skins and the top rail are secured together by an adhesive, by fasteners, or by a combination of adhesive and fasteners. The inner and outer skins and the posts are attached together by an adhesive, by fasteners, or by a combination of adhesive and fasteners.

Abstract: A roof structure for a trailer includes a roof sheet attached to top rails of the trailer, and a plurality of spaced apart roof bows attached to the roof sheet. The roof bows provide structural support to the roof structure and are mounted on the exterior of the trailer, such that the roof bows are exposed to the environment. The roof sheet faces the interior of the trailer and provides a smooth, snag-free interior surface on the inside of the trailer.

Abstract: A trailer having an interior section and an exterior; a base rail separating the interior section from the exterior, the base rail having a flange extending into the interior section; a cross-member attached to the base rail; and a floor seal attached to the cross-member and extending into the interior section, the floor seal spaced from the flange to form a passageway from the interior section to the exterior.

Abstract: A wireless tractor-trailer point-to-point communication system which includes a coordinator and at least one node. The system may include a plurality of clusters, each of which comprises a plurality of devices such as sensors. One of the devices of each cluster is configured to receive information from the other devices in the cluster, and transmit information to the coordinator. The coordinator not only receives information about the network, but may also be configured to route the information to other networks. The network could be disposed on a tractor-trailer, wherein the devices comprise different sensors, such as pressure sensors, temperature sensors, voltage sensors and switch controls, all of which are located in areas relatively close to each other.

Abstract: A sidewall for a trailer and a method of forming same is provided. The sidewall includes a frame having a top rail, a bottom rail and a plurality of posts extending between the top rail and the bottom rail. Each post has a plurality of slots provided therethrough. The sidewall further includes an inner wall which is formed of a one-piece continuous liner secured to the plurality of posts. The liner has a plurality of slots provided therethrough which are in communication with the plurality of slots provided through the posts. The slots provided through the liner may either be commensurate in size to the slots provided through the posts, or may be larger than the slots provided through the posts. Equipment can be engaged with the slots. The inner wall may also have a scuff plate attached thereto at a bottom thereof in order to protect the inner wall.

Abstract: An interlock for a slider incorporates a cover that moves between a covered position and an uncovered position. In the covered position, the cover prevents access and movement of a handle for actuating locking pins on the slider. The cover may be pivoted to an uncovered position at which the handle can be actuated. Generally, the handle is pulled away from a trailer frame for the slider to move the locking pins out of holes in the trailer frame. When the cover has moved away from the covered position, the cover actuates a valve member that sets at least one park brake. To release the park brakes, the cover must be moved back to the covered position. The cover cannot be moved back to the covered position until the handle is in a position indicative of the locking pins being fully received in the holes in the trailer frame.

Abstract: A sidewall for a trailer and a method of forming same is provided. The sidewall includes a frame having a top rail, a bottom rail and a plurality of posts extending between the top rail and the bottom rail. Each post has a plurality of slots provided therethrough. The sidewall further includes an inner wall which is formed of a one-piece continuous liner secured to the plurality of posts. The one-piece continuous liner has a plurality of slots provided therethrough which are in communication with the plurality of slots provided through the posts. Equipment can be engaged with the slots. The inner wall may also have a scuff plate attached thereto at a bottom thereof in order to protect the inner wall.

Abstract: A sidewall of a trailer is formed from at least two composite panels joined together by a novel joining configuration. Each panel is formed from inner and outer thin metal skins and a plastic core sandwiched between the skins. A logistics plate and overlapping outer skins of the panels are used to join the panels together and are secured thereto by rivets.

Abstract: The present invention is a small vehicle lamp comprised of: a generally cylindrically-shaped housing with an axial bore therethrough and forming a top opening and a bottom opening; a lens disposed on the top surface of the housing; a circuit board within the axial bore of the housing; at least one LED mounted on and electrically connected to the circuit board; a resistor disposed on the circuit board; a first cable wire and a second cable wire passing through the bottom opening of the housing and in electrical contact with the circuit board; and an potting compound disposed within the housing bore, in which the epoxy covers the resistor and circuit board and at least partially covers the LED and the cable wires. The lamp is configured such that it has a low profile and can be part of a system in which a plurality of the lamps are used on a vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel joint which includes an anchoring system between composite plate side walls of a trailer body. The anchoring system includes track members which are provided at multiple points on each side wall. Beams extend between the respective track members by attachments and are attached thereto. The beams can be moved up and down along the tracks and support cargo or a removable deck which supports the cargo. The track members can also be removed from the joints without dismantling the entire joint. Splicing members are attached at the joints on the outside of the trailer body.