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Last Mile Delivery: What It Is and What We Can Do
The rise of retailers providing fast delivery methods has led to an equally fast rise in last-mile delivery services. So what is last-mile delivery and how is Knapheide helping?
Work Truck Solutions to Host Commercial Vehicle Business Summit
The free-to-attend CVB Summit will be held May 18 and 19 and is set to bring you up to speed on every critical aspect facing the commercial vehicle industry.
Sticker Shock: Upgrade Options in a Runaway Economy
Steve Henning, senior marketing director at Work Truck Solutions provides insight for business owners looking to replace their vehicles in a tight and uncertain economy.
A Modern Day Woodie Wagon
While consumers have moved on from the “woodie wagon,” the commercial vehicle segment still relies on wood sides for both practicality and, in some cases, an aesthetic that stands apart from other work trucks.
Success in Shared Spaces: Young Life and Knapheide
At the corner of 6th and State streets in Quincy is one of Knapheide’s oldest properties still in operation today. It also houses Young Life, an organization serving youth in 50 states and over 100 countries around the world.
Work Truck Week 2022: The Show Goes On at Knapheide
Knapheide brings a piece of Indianapolis back home with an on-site display of the products featured at the annual Work Truck Show for employees to get a closer look at the company’s completed products.
Knapheide’s Presence Felt Throughout Work Truck Week 2022
Those who attended this year’s NTEA Work Truck Show undoubtedly noticed Knapheide’s ubiquitous presence across the trade show floor. Check out the booths where we were featured.
Knapheide and Zeus Electric Partner for SMUD Upfit
A “No-Compromises” EV chassis with a “Never Settle” body from Knapheide means a truck built to get work done. That’s what the Sacramento Municipal Utility District will receive in 2022.
Into the Wild with Knapheide
A self-described “tinkerer,” Kit Steimle has gained a lot of notoriety in the outdoor world with his unique renovation of an old Knapheide Service Body into an efficient pop-up camper.
Optimizing Operations in Manufacturing
Guest contributor and Knapheide Vice President of Operations, Chris Russell, details the importance of improving operations to meet your customer’s needs.
An Opportunity to Connect: Knapheide at Work Truck Week 2022
Work Truck Week allows Knapheide to reconnect with dealers, distributors, and customers while also forging new relationships that propel the company forward.
Ready, or not, for EVs?
Guest contributor Kevin Jones of Trailer/Body Builders speaks with Knapheide’s Chris Weiss about the collaboration needed as tradespeople look to adopt electric work vehicles.
Engineering for the Next Generation of Work Vehicles
What is Knapheide doing with EVs? Guest contributor and Knapheide Vice President of Engineering, Chris Weiss, addresses our focus on electric vehicles.
NTEA: Five Things to do at Work Truck Week 2022
Work Truck Week returns to Indianapolis March 8–11, 2022. This guest feature from NTEA details what you can look forward to at this year’s event.
Knapheide Employees Provide Holiday Gifts for Veterans
Loading three Knapheide KUV bodies full of presents, Knapheide employees were able to provide gifts for 225 Illinois Veterans Home residents during this year’s event.
Crosstown Express + Knapheide: A Hole in One
KJ Pringle attributes a lot of his success to his Knapheide Service Body, which has helped him make a name for his mobile golf cart repair service in South Carolina.
Classes in Session: Understanding Vehicle Classifications
Whether you’re curious about how vehicles are classified or you’re thinking about which vehicle class is best suited for your line of work, check out our overview.
Leading the Charge: Is Electric the Future of Fleet?
There remains great potential in commercial applications for hybrids and EVs. Our insight will help you become more informed as the landscape changes for work trucks.
Knapheide Nostalgia: A Look Back at Our Website 20 Years Ago
We recently reviewed an archive version of our website. Join us as we evaluate our web presence in 2001. After all, what’s life if you can’t occasionally poke fun at yourself?
Practical Holiday Gifts for Your Work Crew
Looking for practical gift ideas for your crew this holiday season? We’ve scoured the internet to bring you some of the best gift ideas!
Winterizing Your Work Truck
Winter weather can wreak havoc on work trucks if they are not properly prepared to handle the conditions. Use this checklist to help you prepare your work truck for the winter season.
Introducing the Next Generation of Platform Gooseneck Bodies
In an effort to continue best serving tradespeople throughout North America, Knapheide is proud to introduce the new PGT platform gooseneck series featuring B&W’s Turnoverball® Gooseneck Hitch.
Uptime Underground: Franklin Township Sewerage Authority
Requiring organization, efficiency, and practical work trucks that can withstand a lot of heavy duty work, learn why Franklin Township Sewerage Authority trusts Knapheide truck bodies to get the job done.
Education is On a Roll in Oregon with Knapheide
Rising up to the challenge of bringing one Oregon school district’s vision to life, Knapheide’s Portland facility saw an opportunity to make a lasting impact on their community by helping create The Tomorrow Bus.
Family Tradition: Overlanding with Nate Kruse and Co.
Nate Kruse is flipping the script on how customers use Knapheide products, taking his Aluminum PGNB off-road in the pursuit of recreational adventure alongside his family.
A/V in a KUV: Federal Hill Home Theaters
Learn how this home theater company utilizes a Knapheide KUV to help create immersive home theater experiences for customers on the east coast.
Beat the Heat: Tips for Staying Cool on the Jobsite this Summer
Many people are affected by extreme heat each year. Overexposure to heat can cause major health issues. Follow some of these tips to beat the heat.
A Real Blast: Mark Wenger’s Custom Gooseneck Body
Specializing in “mobile media blasting,” Mark Wenger needed the perfect platform for his unique line of work. So, he turned to Knapheide.
Making the Cut: Holes Inc. Chooses the Knapheide Saw Body
Providing services for multiple customer segments across Texas and Louisiana, Holes Inc. required a versatile work truck solution that can “cut it” on every job.
The Gooseneck Alphabet
These straightforward, practical bodies offer a variety of benefits when it comes to hauling, towing, and nearly everything else you can throw at them.
Customer Story: Langhorne-Middletown Fire Company
Responding to any call, the brave individuals of the Langhorne-Middletown Fire Company must act swiftly in high stakes situations.
The Aluminum Landscaper Body
Introducing the new Aluminum Landscaper Body, a versatile platform application that allows for ample customization and adaptability.
Customer Story: GPM
Like many other customers, GPM believes in American-made products with a long-standing track record of success, reliability, and quality.
Customer Story: Modern Timber
Time-tested longevity is the common thread that binds together Knapheide and Idaho-based woodworking outfit Modern Timber.
Customer Story: Gorilla Truck Box
Oklahoma-based Gorilla Truck Box partners with Knapheide to provide work vehicle solutions for those in the cleaning service industry…
Knapheide Launches New Owner Center
To provide unmatched direct support to customers, Knapheide has introduced a new online Owner Center. Here’s what you’ll find.
Sean Witt’s 1964 Chevy C10 Service Body
Sean Witt, a California handyman, is turning heads on and off the jobsite with his 1964 Chevy C10 Service Body. Learn more about this unique upfit…
Buying a Vehicle in the Era of Social Distancing
Social distancing has significantly altered the traditional buying process. Here’s how you can confidently buy your next work truck entirely online.
Selling in “The New Normal”
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended daily routines everywhere. Here’s how you can continue to operate successfully during uncertain times.
Maximize Safety On Your Next Upfit
On a jobsite, safety is paramount. Don’t leave out your work trucks.
Practicing Fleet Safety in Changing Times
Following the lifting of shelter-in-place orders, here are some things to consider before your fleet operation gets back to business.
Knapheide Unveils 46″ and 60″ Service Bodies
Knapheide is excited to announce the addition of 46″ and 60″ Service Bodies to our industry leading Service Body line-up. Learn more.
COVID-19: Plan Ahead to Successfully Re-open Your Business
With the availability of cutting edge technology, re-opening your business can be easier than you think. Here’s how you can resume operations in “the new normal.”
The Latest in Aluminum Bodies from Knapheide
When you choose a Knapheide, you get the corrosion resistance of aluminum, an impactful increase in payload, and an aluminum body that is just as durable as steel.
Quick Guide To Industry Acronyms
Confused about all the work truck industry acronyms and terms? This quick guide is here to help.
A Better Way To Store Long Ladders
Storing a long ladder doesn’t have to be difficult, use these options to make life easier.
5 Tips For Branding Company Vehicles
Utilize your work trucks as a highly visible, rolling billboard by following these five tips.
Gas vs. Diesel: Which To Spec
Gas or diesel engine for your next commercial vehicle, which is the right choice for you?
The Long (And Short) Of Truck Replacement Cycles
How often should you replace your work trucks? Examine these replacement strategies.
Introducing the Knapheide Saw Body
Designed to transport and support heavy concrete saws and equipment, get the details on the new Saw Body here.
See the New Combo Body from Knapheide
Combining a service body and platform body, Knapheide’s new Combo Body is applicable for practically any vocation nationwide.
New Products, Innovation at The Work Truck Show 2020
Knapheide showed off a number of new products at the 2020 Work Truck Show. Check them all out.
How Facebook is Helping Dealers Move Inventory
More dealerships are utilizing Facebook to increase sales thanks to a multitude of tools offered by the platform…
Questions You Should Be Asking Commercial Customers
It may go without saying, but there are several questions you should be asking…
Pairing Upfits with Vocations/Applications
Every business has a different set of needs. One of the most important aspects of meeting…
Knapheide Customer Story: Minuteman Plumbing & Drain Services
Taking care of the plumbing needs of large chains in southern California isn’t something that can…
The Importance of Content Marketing
Statistics show 78 percent of consumers prefer to learn about a company via articles over…
Built to Last: Aluminum Truck Bodies from Knapheide
Our aluminum truck bodies were designed from the ground up, and they’re manufactured…
A No Compromise Design: Aluminum Truck Bodies from Knapheide
Our team of experts sought out to design aluminum truck bodies that are just as durable as steel…
Tips For Listing Your Inventory Online
Whether you’re a private party or a dealership that’s looking to move inventory, the internet is home…
Corrosion and Rust Prevention Tips
Your work truck is built to withstand the day-to-day rigors of the jobsite. But one of the most crucial challenges your truck faces …
The Complete Process: Aluminum Truck Bodies
Aluminum service beds from Knapheide feature a superior design and innovative construction. In order to provide customers …
Tips for Building a Successful Business Relationship
Getting past the first point of contact can be one of the more challenging aspects of establishing a business relationship …
KLT1 Lube Trucks Product Walkaround
Knapheide Lube Trucks are modular, so it’s not a one size fits all approach. Customers can choose from a variety of product tank sizes and configurations …
Preventative Maintenance to Keep Your Work Truck Working Hard
You have thousands of dollars in tools and equipment in your work truck. Without them …
Time Management for Sales Reps
In a results-driven position such as sales, how you spend your time is pivotal in your overall success…
Cab To Axle Quick Guide
Use this quick guide to help determine what body lengths and cab to axle chassis are compatible.
Open Service Body Or Enclosed Utility Body, Which To Choose
Is a service body or utility body a better fit for your work? Read on to make the choice easier.
The Different Styles Of Gooseneck Bodies
Utilize this information to help you decide on the right style of Gooseneck Body.
Chassis Class To Body Size Compatibility
Determining the compatibility between the body and the chassis is vital before your next purchase.
Most Common Work Trucks Found On Dealer Lots
Commercial truck dealers across the nation stock pre-upfitted work trucks for immediate service.
6 Tips For Configuring Your Next Platform Body
Use these tips when it is time to spec your next flatbed to ensure it is right for the job.
How To Calculate A Work Truck’s Payload
Technical terms can make understanding payload calculation difficult, use this simple guide.
Should You Refurbish That Work Truck?
Before you rush to go buy a new work truck, have you considered refurbishment?
Standard vs. Custom Truck Bodies
Should you choose a standard or custom truck body? The decision can be a difficult one.
5 Tire Tips For A Safer Work Truck
Implement these five tire safety tips to keep your work truck on the road working.
Involve Your Techs with Spec’ing Your Work Trucks
Involve your techs when it comes to putting together work trucks for better efficiency.
10 Options For Storing Long Or Bulky Items
Efficiently store your long and bulky tools and equipment by utilizing these ten storage options.
On The Job Safe Driving Tips
Decrease the chance of an auto accident while on the job with these essential safe driving tips.
Vocational Trade Shows You Shouldn’t Miss
Use this trade show list organized by vocation and consider attending the best shows for your work.
4 Methods To Sell Your Work Truck
Time for an upgrade? Try one of these less hassle methods to sell your used work truck.
Utilizing Digital Media for Lead Generation
The buying process has changed. More than ever, we consult the internet before we make…
5 Tips to Increase Fuel Economy
When budgeting for expenses, there are a lot of things that fall outside of your control. For …
Customer Stories: Roman Pools
Rob Roman, owner/operator of Roman Pools and Spas, constantly evolves his business…
Get the Right Return on Your Work Vehicle Investment
The time has come; you need to purchase a new work truck for your company. Maybe the demand for …
Mechanics Service Trucks from Knapheide
Utilized for many vocations, the Knapheide Mechanics Truck line is sure to provide you with…
Proven Products: Aluminum Truck Bodies from Knapheide
Aluminum service beds from Knapheide offer superior design and innovative construction for…
Why Most Commercial Vehicles Are White
You may have noticed it while shopping for a new work truck or van. Maybe it’s an observation…
Roll-up vs. Swing-out Doors
Confined spaces are the enemy of convenience when it comes to your work vehicle…
SPEC’ING YOUR NEXT DUMP BODY
Dump bodies are utilized in many different industries, from hauling aggregate in mining …
BUILD YOUR MECHANICS TRUCK FOR ROI
With the size and scope of equipment on jobsite growing larger and more expansive, it’s nearly …
MAKE THE SWITCH FROM PICKUP TO SERVICE BODY
Regardless if you’re a contractor, mechanic, plumber or electrician, these trades all have one …
Customer Stories: Brinkman Plumbing
Building a company to last over a quarter of a century isn’t an easy task …
There Is More To Aluminum Than Corrosion Resistance
Learn about some of the most popular benefits aluminum truck bodies have to offer.
Customer Stories: Vine & Branch
Jud Scott, owner of Vine & Branch, needs quality, reliability and safety…
Customer Stories: Aaron, Farm Manager
Watch as Aaron puts the new Knapheide Aluminum Gooseneck Body through his long, tough work days.
Be Safe: The 10 Most Common OSHA Violations
If you’re in business, then you’re familiar with the …
Customer Stories: J.F. Electric
Since 1848, we have been a family-owned company led by six generations of the Knapheide family …
The Role Of Fleet Management Companies
Discover more about the role of fleet management companies within the commercial vehicle industry.
7 Used Work Truck Buying Tips
Use these tips to make purchasing a used work truck a little less of a headache.
Tool Tech Highlights
7 tech tools to make your job easier and more efficient in 2019.
Where To Look When You Need A New Upfitted Work Truck Fast
Whether it is a breakdown, accident or business is growing, sometimes you need a work truck fast.
5 Dump Body Safe Operation Tips
Make sure you employ these dump body operation tips to keep the jobsite safe for everyone.
Customer Stories: CK Power
CK Power began in 1976, with roots dating back nearly 90 years – always focused on diesel and …
LED or Incandescent Lights?
LED lights are becoming the standard over incandescents throughout many styles of truck bodies.
ELECTRIC VS HYDRAULIC SERVICE CRANES
Explore the pros and cons of electric and hydraulic cranes for your service trucks.
Prepare Your Work Truck For Summer Heat
Tips to help your work trucks running strong throughout the scorching summer heat.
Recap: The Work Truck Show 2018
Held March 5-9 in Indianapolis, The Work Truck Show 2018 is our largest show of the year …
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Install A Truck Body Yourself
Avoid the pitfalls, and major safety concerns, with installing a truck body on your own.
Should Technicians Customize Their Work Trucks
Techs love to self-customize their brand new work vehicles, but should you let them?
Ideal Truck Cap Options For Your Work
Your job has unique needs, your commercial truck cap should be configured to handle them.
Step Up Your Security with a KUV
Keeping your equipment stored safely and securely is important in order for you to make a living …
Step Up Your Storage with a KUV
When it comes to productivity and efficiency on the jobsite, it’s important your tools, equipment ..
Step Up Your Productivity with a KUV
It’s important that you get the most out of your work tools, and your work truck is no exception …
Knapheide Dump Body Walkaround
The Knapheide Drop Side Dump Body is the premier two- to four-yard dump body. Many industries …
2017 Work Truck Show Recap Video
See Knapheide’s largest trade show booth to date from the 2017 Work Truck Show.
Knapheide AL-PGNB Aluminum Gooseneck Walkaround
Never settle for an aluminum platform that is second best; choose a Knapheide body that will …
