Utility Trailer Manufacturing Introduces the Next Generation in Advanced Side Skirts

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. -- Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, the industry’s largest manufacturer of refrigerated trailers and a leading manufacturer of dry freight vans, flatbeds, and Tautliner® curtainsided trailers is pleased to introduce the USS-120A, Utility’s next generation advanced aerodynamic side skirt.

Photos/Multimedia Gallery Available: http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/mmg.cgi?eid=6832754&lang=en.The USS-120A is U.S. EPA SmartWay® verified as an “Advanced Side Skirt” providing a minimum of 5% fuel savings, and can be used with low rolling resistance tires on dry vans to achieve CARB (California Air Resources Board) compliance for California operations.* “We have engineered the USS-120A to be the next generation in aerodynamic devices,” said Craig Bennett, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing at Utility. “The new side skirt design is even more durable and lighter than our previous designs.”Utility Trailer Manufacturing's New Side Skirt, the USS-120A on a Utility Dry Van Trailer (Photo: Business Wire)The new USS-120A will be featured at Utility’s press conference during the Great American Trucking Show (GATS) located at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, Texas on August 25th at 2:45pm CST in the Press Conference Room #D-221. For a look at the new USS-120A, visit Utility’s booth #20145 Hall F during GATS. The USS-120A is now available as a factory installed option for new Utility trailers. Retrofitting for existing trailers is available through Utility’s Aftermarket Department. To find out more about Utility’s new USS-120A, contact a local dealer. To locate the nearest authorized Utility dealership, visit: www.utilitytrailer.com/dealer-locator.Similar to the previous two side skirt designs: Utility Side Skirt 120 (USS-120) and Utility Side Skirt 160 (USS-160), the new USS-120A is also created with patent pending galvanized high tensile steel braces that allow the side skirt to flex both inward and outward. The next generation USS-120A side skirt includes an F.R.P. cover over Utility’s unique 5-hole pattern design on the wingplate. The covered wingplate holes effectively increase the length of the side skirt by up to 2-feet, which increases aerodynamic efficiency. Additionally, the rear edge of the skirt at the support leg assembly is connected by a “slip joint” for reduced impact damage.*This release is not intended to provide legal advice or legal opinion as to the applicability of the California regulation to any particular end use. For correct methods of compliance and details, visit the CARB website: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/hdghg/hdghg.htm.About Utility Trailer Manufacturing CompanyUtility Trailer Manufacturing is America's oldest privately owned, family-operated trailer manufacturer. Founded in 1914, the company designs and manufactures dry freight vans, flatbeds, refrigerated vans, Tautliner® curtainsided trailers, and side skirts. Utility currently operates five trailer manufacturing facilities across the United States. Utility’s 3000R® and the 3000R® multi-temp refrigerated trailers are manufactured at the Marion, Virginia and Clearfield, Utah plants. The 4000D® and 4000D-X Composite™ dry vans are manufactured at the Glade Spring, Virginia and Paragould, Arkansas plants. The 4000A®, 4000S®, drop deck and double flatbeds as well as the Tautliner® are all manufactured at the Enterprise, Alabama facility. Utility also has an extensive independent dealer network with over 100 locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and South America.

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Wine Temperature Basics

What is the best temperature to serve and store your favorite wines? I have been asked this question many times. Trying to be responsive to Blog readers and business clients, I embarked on what turned to be a two-day research project. What I found is hundreds and hundreds of websites that present information on wine storage and serving temperatures. As you can imagine, the opinions about temperature facts were all over the board.

Merlot 62 63Spread with frosting. Sprinkle with peanuts. Cover; chill in refrigerator.Vintage Port 65 65Tawny Port 52 58Bordeaux 63 63Truffle Mixture:
chocolate, bitter, plain or milk 225g (8 oz)
double cream, 75 ml (3 fl oz)
brandy, 75 ml (3 fl oz)
or rum,orange liqueur, coffee liqueur, coconut liqueurDipped Truffles:
chocolate, plain, milk or white (350 g (12 oz)
or mixture of all threeChristmas recipe ingredients:Keeping your wine at the correct temperature is critical to maximizing its value and taste. Wines kept at too high of a temperature will age faster than desired. Wine stored at too cold of a temperature can develop deposits or other sediments in it. Each type of wine has its own desirable storage temperature range. Keep in mind the ideal storage temperature is not always the same as the ideal serving temperature.Sauternes 51 51Bake for 28 to 30 minutes or until wooden toothpick inserted 2-inches from side of pan comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.Cabernet 63 63White Zinfandel 43 60Maderia 57 58Sparkling Wines 45 455. Prepare some melted chocolate over water at boiling point. If you can, check the temperature is in the range 46-49 degrees centigrade (115-120 F) or for white chocolate, 43 degrees centigrade.Chianti 56 601 19.8-oz pkg. fudge brownie mix
� cup cooking oil
2 eggs
� cup water
1 16-oz. can vanilla frosting
� cup chopped peanuts
3 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 12-oz. pkg. semisweet chocolate chipsZinfandel 59 64Beaujolais 52 48Cabinet Sauvignon 45 591. Truffle Mixture: Add the cream to grated chocolate and melt in a bowl over water at boiling point, stirring until smooth. Allow to cool and thicken.Ice Wines 43 43WINE NAME STORING TEMP SERVING TEMPShiraz 62 62Pinot Noir 61 63White Burgundy 50 57In a large bowl, stir together brownie mix, cooking oil, eggs, and water until well mixed. Spread mixture into prepared pan.Grease a 13x9x2-inch baking pan; set aside.Meanwhile, place rice cereal in medium bowl. In small saucepan, combine peanut butter and chocolate chips. Heat and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted. Pour over cereal. Stir to coat evenly. Spread mixture over frosting layer in pan.Chardonnay 52 47

Asti Spumanti 50 52

Author: Ronald Senn

Christmas Recipes: Edible Gifts. No.4 of 8 � Chocolate Truffles

Christmas recipe makes: 2 dozen
Calories per truffle: 65
Preparation time: 30 � 60 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Suitable for freezing

Rose 44 48Chablis 50 52No one can tell you the precise storage or serving temperatures of wine. The biggest variable to consider is what your own personal tastes tell you. Having a wine refrigerator to better control the temperatures of your stored wine can help you experiment to find just the right temperatures for your tastes. For more information on wine refrigerators see: http://idealwinecoolers.com7. Present the truffles in paper cases and store in boxes. Keep in a refrigerator for up to ten days.Rhones 58 60Rioja 61 62Viognier 50 52Suitable for freezing.Directions2. Add your alcohol of choice and whisk until the mixture is strong enough to stay 'up' when a strand of mixture is pulled up by the whisk. Then put the mixture into a shallow tin (covered) and cool till firm.Christmas recipe instructions:4. Dipped Truffles: Roll the truffle mixture into 2.5 cm (1 inch) size balls and freeze overnight until rock hard. [If you wish you could push some edible decor into the balls before cooling, such as nuts, ginger or cherries.]

7. Present the truffles in paper cases and store in boxes. Keep in a refrigerator for up to ten days.

Author: Paul Curran

Best Recipes: Chocolate Goody Bars

Every once in a while, you�ve got to treat yourself for being good, you know? You work hard, you put up with other peoples wants, needs and desires. Well, now it�s time to take a break and give yourself a little chocolate TLC. These Chocolate Goody Bars are definitely an indulgence. A sweet indulgence of chocolate, vanilla, and peanut butter. You will adore the crispy chocolate, floating over a cloud of vanilla frosting, sitting on top of deep rich fudge cake. Mmm . . .

Red Burgundy 63 63Riesling 46 46Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Based on website research, the following table represents averages of all the information that was found. This table for obvious reasons cannot be portrayed as the definitive answer to the best temperatures for storing and serving your wine. It can be used as a guide for your information and use. With over 1,000 different types and variations, the wine temperatures evaluated were limited to a few varieties that are more common.Rolled Truffles:
cocoa powder
chopped nuts
coconut, dessicated or grated
chocolate vermicelli or grated choclate for rollingCover and chill in refrigerator until chocolate layer is set. Cut into bars. Keep covered and store in refrigerator.Asti Spumanti 50 523. Rolled Truffles: Place teaspoonful size amounts of truffle mixture onto a tray sprinkled with cocoa powder and roll into ball shapes. Alternatively you can substitute the cocoa with grated chocolate, chopped nuts, coconut, or chocolate vermicelli. Cool in a refrigerator for at least two hours.

Cover and chill in refrigerator until chocolate layer is set. Cut into bars. Keep covered and store in refrigerator.

Author: Donna Monday

Safe Food Handling For The Holidays

Did you know that the turkey you thawed on the kitchen counter, instead of in the fridge, could now contain bacteria levels high enough to harm human life, even though you can�t see, smell, or taste it?

While beefsteak can be cooked to varying degrees of redness, turkey must be completely cooked. At the innermost part of the thigh, the temperature must reach 180F (82C) for a stuffed turkey and 170F (77C) unstuffed. Stuffing in the cavity should read 165F (74C). Cooking times vary with the weight of the bird.On your counter, look for creative storage solutions that do not take up much space so that you still have plenty of room to work when you cook. Also, most homeowners find it helpful to have a produce basket. For items like bananas that do not need refrigeration, these baskets are a pretty storage solution, and if you find a multi-tier basket, you will be saving space as well. Always remember to build up into empty space that would not otherwise be used. You can also look for a baking rack for your countertop. Not only are these racks functional for when you are making cookies, muffins, and other baked goods, but many are built to store cookie sheets and other items when they�re not in use.Cooked food must be refrigerated within 2 hours, which means that you need to plan your meal so that it can be eaten shortly after being cooked.10. To install a cabinet unit above the cook top, make sure the clearance is at least 24� for a fireproof surface, 30� for an unprotected surface.When handling raw meat, wash your hands before and after. Also, wash counters or plates you plan to reuse in the preparation process if they have had raw meat on them, as they will also contain harmful levels of bacteria.6. For cleanup ease, install the dishwasher within 36� of one edge of the sink and allow for at least 21� of standing room next to it.You can also invest in storage items by purchasing rolling drawers. When you have a tall cabinet, it sometimes ends up being wasted space, since the things your store may only reach partly into the air. Instead, choose a multi-tier rack with shelves that roll out so you can easily get to items located in the back.Designing a kitchen is as much a science as it is an art. Knowing the recommended measurements to use when planning the project can make all the difference in the final outcome.Defrosting should be done in the refrigerator or in a sink full of water, changing the water about every 45 minutes. A refrigerator allows the meat to defrost in a controlled atmosphere, slowing down the growth of bacteria. Never defrost your meat on top of the counter at room temperature. This can quickly become a bacteria breeding ground. The growth rate of bacteria multiplies rapidly between 40F (4C) and 140F (60C).While they may not turn you into a gourmet chef, following these simple food-handling tips will keep your family and guests safe from unpleasant, and sometimes life-threatening, food-born illnesses.Once meat has been thawed it must be either cooked immediately or placed in the refrigerator and then cooked within 24 hours. Never refreeze meat. Most meats and poultries only have a safe fridge life of 2 days, whether stored after thawing or purchased fresh.5. To create the most accessible landing for unloading groceries, allow at least 15� of counter space on the handle side of a standard refrigerator; on both sides if it�s a side-by-side model. Or include a landing area directly across from the refrigerator, but no more than 48� away.1. For efficiency, the work triangle (the space between the sink, refrigerator, and stove) should measure 26� or less with no single side longer than 9�, or less than 4�.Plan your cooking ahead of time. Do not partially cook the bird, refrigerate, and then complete the cooking process, as this will produce dangerously high levels of bacteria.When buying raw meat, keep juices, which may contain bacteria, from contaminating your hands or anything in your grocery cart. Plastic bags work great for this purpose.

Using safe food-handling practices allows for healthy eating. The rest is a matter of taste.

Author: Geoffrey Cook

10 Important Things to Consider Before Designing a New Kitchen

Here are 10 important guidelines for your kitchen design project.

There are also a number of ways to optimize the space in your cupboards for canned goods and other non-perishables. For example, one handy tool you can use is a step shelf. These small plastic shelves are inexpensive and can be placed in any cabinet or on any countertop to raise jars and cans. That way, you can see everything in your cabinet at once. You will end up not just saving space, but also money, since you can quickly create your shopping list and avoid buying items you already have in your pantry.Refrigerated leftovers should be eaten within a couple of days, which includes turkey gravy, fish, and eggs. Meat casseroles and pies, rice, potatoes, and cooked noodles will last 2 to 3 days, while cooked meat, chicken, turkey, turkey stuffing, and many soups may last up to 4 days before bacteria levels reach critical points.2. In kitchens smaller than 150 sq. ft., opt for at least 13� of base cabinets, 12� of wall cabinets, and 11� of countertop. In kitchens which are larger, go with at least 16� of base cabinets, 15 1/2� of wall cabinets, and 16 1/2� of countertop.As humans, we also carry harmful organisms on our skin which, when spread to food, produce a toxin that normal cooking cannot destroy. Therefore, it is essential to wash our hands thoroughly with soap and water prior to handling food, as well as cover open cuts.Using safe food-handling practices allows for healthy eating. The rest is a matter of taste.You can also find innovative tools to help you organize and store your other kitchen supplies. Pot racks work well for hanging pots and pans to get them out of the way, and because these racks can hang on either the wall or ceiling, they make use of space that would not otherwise be used.Meat should also be picked up at the end of your grocery shopping and should not be placed in the same bag as fruits and vegetable.3. For convenience, plan work aisles to be at least 42� wide for one cook, and at least 48� wide in multi-cook kitchens.There�s nothing better than a home cooked meal during the holidays. But, with all the special effort that goes into making one, everything will be for naught if the food has not been stored, prepared, or cooked properly.Before you even start organizing the food items in your kitchen, work on making sure that your supplies are stored to save space. Start with the items that you use the most such as plates and dishes. Instead of stacking them horizontally, try purchasing a few plate cradles. These space savers allow you to store the plates vertically, making better use of your cabinet space and giving you extra room. These containers can also help you prevent chips and cracks in your plates.

Designing a kitchen is as much a science as it is an art. Knowing the recommended measurements to use when planning the project can make all the difference in the final outcome.

Author: Harvey Juric

Space Saving Cooking Accessories

Optimizing the space in your kitchen has a number of benefits. You should have a more organized kitchen, and, as a result, you will be able to find things more quickly. You will also be able to more readily see what items you need, so you can avoid forgetting items or purchasing something you already have when you go shopping. Saving space also allows you to have more kitchen items overall, even if you house or apartment is small. More space also means a cleaner kitchen in general. There is really no good reason not to invest in space-saving cooking accessories!

Food experts agree that the safe handling of food should be the top ingredient in any recipe.It is important not to keep the thermometer inside the oven with the bird as it could be affected by the oven�s hot air and provide a false reading.4. Specify a minimum of 24� of counter space on one side of the sink and at least 18� on the other.9. For comfort and to help avoid repetitive-motion injury, plan for work counters of different heights; between 28 and 36� off the floor (easier for chopping and seated-use access), and between 36 and 46� for general tasks (higher counters accommodate taller cooks).The kitchen is not the only place where it pays to save space. You may thing your house or apartment is small, but in actuality, with a few great tools and some organization, you can really make the most out of a space and fit a lot into a small area. Always keep your eyes open for great solutions to all of your home storage problems.7. For microwaves and ovens, provide at least 15 � of counter space nearby, at least 16� deep.8. For optimum clearance, no entry, appliance, or cabinet doors should interfere with another.

The kitchen is not the only place where it pays to save space. You may thing your house or apartment is small, but in actuality, with a few great tools and some organization, you can really make the most out of a space and fit a lot into a small area. Always keep your eyes open for great solutions to all of your home storage problems.

Author: Lucinda Jones