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Mumford Construction - Aerotech® Service Body
K & L Contracting - Spacemaster® Service Body
RWL Construction - Classic® Series Service Body
Tumlin & Sons - Classic® Series Service Body
P. T. Nilsen & Sons Construction Corp - Classic® Series Service Body
Ted Micka LLC - Aerotech® Service Body
R D General Contracting - Spacemaker Tool Mates
Mike Dillinger Building Contractor - Aerotech® Service Body
Melo Enterprises - Aerotech® Service Body
Chiles & Sillivan - Ready Van
M. D. Bereda Construction - Aerotech® Service Body
Articles
Trailer/Body Builder magazine article on the Aerotech® service body.
Testimonials
John Szucs, PBN110FSW Aerotech Panel Body
“The truck is working out very well and is very easy to work out of.”
Jeff Simmon, J. Simmon Building, 132ABDW Classic Service Body
“I love my Reading service body. It has made my life easier. The last truck I had had a standard pickup body with tool boxes. This new one is a major improvement.”
Shelley Martin, Martin Construction Co., SC100FSD+8 Space Cap
“Keep up the good work.”
Daniel Mailey, Daniel J. Mailey Carpentry, N110SW Aerotech Service Body
“I like my Aerotech body, work wise it is working great, it looks awesome. I always receive comments on how nice it looks. I looked for a long time before I bought this body, if I did it again I would buy the same truck.”
Alex George, Prestige Deck & Fence, S132ABDW Classic Series Spacemaker Service Body
“Please continue to seek and make improvements in your line - continue to lead the pack!”
Tex Hemleben, Hemleben Construction Co., N102SW Aerotech Service Body
“Good job!”
Jeff Colson, Colson Construction, 108ABDW, Classic Series Service Body
“Very fine product.”
Kevin Bastian, Bastian Carpentry, MTM96B Maxi Tool Mates
“Thank you for a very good truck tool box.”
Jimmy Pelletier, Jimmy’s Home Improvements, TM88B, Tool Mates
“Keep building your equipment the way you are and you’ll have all satisfied customers.”
Edgar Golden, General Contractor, U98ASW Standard Bodies
“I have had many comments. The perfect service body.”
Ted Morrett, More Than A Carpenter, U98ABSW Standard Bodies
“Nice job Reading - good product.”
Brian Krasnecky, Siding/Windows/Doors, TP6020B Tool Pouch
“We are satisfied with the toolbox.”
Delmer Nickels, Bond Const. Co., Inc., S108GABDWR Standard Bodies
“The box works very well for my type of work.”
John Zappala, General Contractor, S108FABSW99R Standard Bodies
“I love the product completely.”
Nigel Parmelee, Build-R, N110FSW-99 Aerotech Serv
“I’m very satisfied with your Aerotech unit. I bought my 99 Ford 350 Super Duty with the box already on it. I had Reading top boxes on a previous truck. Keep up the good work.”
Robert Johnson, Robert A Johnson General Contractor, U60B Under Boxes
“I have 4 other boxes on my truck since 06/1994. Six years later these Reading boxes are still like new! You sell an excellent product.”
Theodore Sgro, T F Sgro & Sons, U60B Under Boxes
“I’m very pleased with the product that I have, and will continue to use Reading boxes on any vehicles that I purchase in the future.”
Tom Bykow, Conti Ent., Aerotech Serv
“Great bodies so far 0 problems. I just ordered six more trucks and we will be getting Reading bodies.”
U-Tec Construction, H10P Platforms
“The body we have was already on new truck purchased from Akin Ford but we have been very pleased with it.”
Lawrence Boothe, L. Boothe Construction LLC, 98FABSW-R Standard Bodies
“The Reading body I purchased has worked out fine for me. I would never return to side mounted tool boxes again. My service body allows much greater visibility all around, while carrying far more equipment. This setup is many times more efficient than any other for me.”
Norm Funk, Norm’s Carpentry, S108FABDW99R Standard Bodies
“I have just traded in my 2000 F350 dual wheel truck with 9' Reading flip top. My new truck is a 2001 Ford F350 supercab with a 9' competitor’s body. Upon delivery of the vehicle I was truly disappointed with the quality of the body and have since purchased my 1 yr. Reading body back from the dealer and have installed it on my new truck.”
Richard Dewey, Richard Dewey & Co., SC99 Space Caps
“Keep up the good work.”
Jeffrey Rowe, T C Simons General Contractor, S98FABSW Standard Bodies
“Very pleased with my box.”
Delmer Nickels, Bond Const. Co., Inc., S108GABDWR Standard Bodies
“Your workmanship and quality is always a stand out of each and every product you build, and I thank you.”
Peter Bracken, Bracken’s Handyman Services, SC99T Space Caps
“Keep up the quality - no complaints here.”
John Henry, John Henry Builders, SC100F+8 Space Caps
“This is the second Space Cap I have had. I bought my first one in 1983. This cap is still in service on a friends truck. I have gotten other people to purchase these caps. We have all been very pleased with them.”
George Bearden, Lavista Equipment Supply, U98ABSW-R Standard Bodies
“We have been very pleased with the performance of these bodies. We’ve had several on our older trucks for 9 years and have had no major problems. Very good product.”
David Schomp, Bean Inc. Contractors, 108FABDW99 Classic Series service body
“We are very satisfied with our unit, keep up the quality, it is appreciated.”
Mike Murphy, Carpenters on the Level, SC99G Space Cap
“I have been very pleased overall with both of the Reading caps that I have had.”
Thomas Newlin, Jr., Newlin Builders, Inc., U98ABSW Classic Series service body
“I love it!”
Michael Marino, TM88 Tool Mate toolboxes
“The contact after sale, you show me you care about your product, customers, and an appreciation for quality control. For that type of commitment alone I would continue to use and recommend your products. Thank you!”
Scott Greenawalt, SC99 Space Cap
“It’s very good, and the improvements you made are great.”
Anthony Pezzella, Jr., Anthony Builders, Inc., N102SW Aerotech service body
“Am very satisfied with unit.”
Tony Schroeder, Jim Schroeder Construction, US98ABSW-R Classic Series Spacemaker service body
“Door locks are great.”
Ray LaBonte, Stratford General Contractors, N102SW Aerotech service body
“Looks nice and very organized!”
William Luft, Aerial Luft Co., 108FABSW99R Classic Series service body
“The Reading Body is a fine unit and we appreciate the design and accessibility.”
Jeff Leffingwell, Design and Build Construction Co., SP63B Saddle Pouch
“Continue your pledge for quality built products.”
David Krites, Buckland Coop, TM88W Tool Mates
“Very happy with your products.”
Maurice Labrecque, Maurice Labrecque Construction, TM88B Tool Mates
“This product is perfect for me.”
Michael Galli, M. Galli Contracting, ALU24 Aluminum Under Box
“Great unit!”
Richard Comeau, DC Pool Co, Inc., 108GABDW Classic® Series Service Body
“Owned four units over the last 15 years. You have a great product line.”
Don Wilson, D & D Doors Inc., S98ABSW Classic® Series Spacemaker Service Body
“I love the way your body is holding up.”
Wendell Rupp, E&W Builders, 108FABDW Classic® Series Service Body
“It’s perfect!”
F&W Contractors, 132ABDW Classic® Series Service Body
“Very pleased after 1st year.”
JT Setters Construction, Ltd., N102SW Aerotech Service Body
“The unit is very well built and is an asset to our company.”
David Winn, Dave-Lin Enterprises, ALU36 Under Boxes
“My body box on the frame of my tractor has held my tools, oil straps and hose very well and has retained the diamond plate shiny finish well, and compliments the looks of my equipment. Thanks.”
Jesse Priem, Priem Homes, Inc., SC100F+8 Space Cap
“This is the third unit I have owned. The units hold up very very well, even through use of everyday.”
Richard Yehle, Archway Builders, SP27-63B Saddle Pouch tool box
“Keep on making quality products, you have a customer for life!”
Robert Tennett, Jr., R A Tennett Jr., Contractor H12W24Z Stake
“The stake body is great. I was given Reading tool boxes they are so much better than the other tool boxes I already have. They work better and are water tight.”
Howard J. Goldblatt, Carpenter/Builder, SC-99 Space Cap
“I purchased this product called a “space cap” in 1984, and have had it on three trucks. The cap is made of galvannealed steel and is strong enough for two men to walk on and work off. Reading caps seem like they will last a lifetime of use, and no rust of any significance has appeared.”
Bob Broerman, Bob Broerman Builders, SC-99 Space Cap
“This is a well designed unit. I have had lots of other contractors look my unit over.”
Michael Springett, MAS Construction, TM72B Tool-Mates
“Very durable - great paint job and easy to install. I carry more tools now and have more room for supplies - great boxes.”
Mark Lurie, Quality Building Contractors, TM88W Tool-Mate
“Very happy. Your company is great. I follow your new products. Look forward to expanding my company and getting more equipment from you.”
Albert DeLeo, A. DeLeo Construction Co., 98FABSW Service Body
“Reading seems to have a good utility body. Keep it the same with good craftsmanship.”
Towne & Country Builders, TM72B Tool-Mate
“I am glad to see that you are in contact with your consumer. Keep up the good work.”
Jesse Berney, J.B. Carpentry, Inc., U98ASW Service Body
“This service bed is the most well built, toughest, utility box on the market period! The best!”
Leonard Bittner, Moser Construction Co., N134FDW Aerotech Service Body
“Very nice unit, and I get a lot of comments on the style and looks of the unit. I have two friends who own the same type unit after they saw how nice mine was and how the compartments are laid out. I had a tarp and air compressor put on, and it looks really sharp.”
Sam Cottrell, Hos-Cot Builders, Inc., SPM57-108DW Spacemaster Service Body
“We are very pleased with our Reading body and our local dealer. Will buy the same thing next time from the same dealer.”
Edward Nazelrod, Sunrise Diversified Ent., Inc., 108DW Classic Service Body with ST108DW Sliding Top
“Very well constructed, solid type service body with good size bins, good latches.”
Have Reading Body, Will Travel
Company Name: Mumford Construction
Reading Products: Aerotech® Service Body
Type of Service: Mausoleum Roof Construction
 To paraphrase a line from a well-known baseball movie, “If they build it, he will come.“ That pretty much sums up the philosophy of Randy Mumford, owner of Mumford Construction, when it comes to his work.
No place is too far away for Mumford to travel to get the job done. From as far north as Massachusetts, to as far west as Indiana, and as far south as Florida, Mumford and his Aerotech® service body will be there if it’s time to “build it”. And what exactly is “it”? Mausoleums, or to be more precise, beam and deck roofs for mausoleums.
Mumford Construction, a 2-man operation, specializes in building these types of roofs for one of the nation’s largest mausoleum builders. Because it can take up to 3 or 4 months to construct these roofs, the job takes him away from home for extended periods of time. In addition to the roof construction, if the need arises, Mumford and his “crew of one”, will also do carpentry work in the offices of the mausoleums as well.
Mumford needed a truck body he knew would hold up through the wide range of elements he would encounter in the various climates he works in. Mounted on a Ford F350 diesel, Mumford summed up why he chose Reading. “I liked the style of the Aerotech, I had pretty good luck with them before. Plus, they keep my tools secure and dry.” He jokingly added that although he enjoys driving, a good sound system in the Ford chassis helps break up the monotony of the extensive road trips.
He utilizes the body compartment to carry basic carpentry tools such as drills and saws, and hauls scaffolding in the cargo area.
The Aerotech® Panel body was purchased through Binghamton Truck Body & Equipment, an authorized Reading distributor, located in Binghamton, NY.
Standard features of the Aerotech Panel body include construction of two-sided A60 galvannealed steel and Lectro-Life® immersion priming for complete rust protection. Other standard features include automotive-quality rotary locks for secure protection of tools and equipment; stainless steel bolt-on hinges keeping the compartment doors operating smoothly in all weather conditions; and double paneled compartment doors offering greater durability.
Research on Reading Pays Off for K & L Contracting
Company Name: K & L Contracting
Reading Products: Custom Spacemaster Service Body
Type of Service: General Contractor
 After taking a tour of Reading Truck Body’s impressive 335,000 sq. ft. facility, Kevin Foote, owner of K & L Contracting, was convinced that he wanted a Reading body. He was enamored with the paint processes and rust proofing that Reading utilizes in addition to the door seal, hinges, layout, and overall looks of the body. “Reading is miles ahead of the competition,” stated Kevin. He purchased a custom Spacemaster Body, model SPM57-HD150ADW and had it mounted on a C6500 GMC low pro conversion chassis. It features weathertight exterior storage compartments and an enclosed cargo area with double rear doors.
Kevin is a general contractor who does anything and everything from home building to remodeling including all plumbing and electrical work. His service area encompasses a 40 mile area, therefore, he needs to ensure his truck is well equipped with all the necessary tools, equipment, and supplies. “Valuable time and money is lost when you are not equipped for everything,” stated Kevin.
The spacious body compartments of the custom Spacemaster Body allow him to store tools such as lasers, saws, air guns, compressors, hammers, drills, small parts, and everything needed for electrical and plumbing work. The large enclosed cargo area is efficiently utilized for carrying a table saw, wood, and lumber materials.
Kevin customized his unit with the Latch-Matic® master locking system. Latch-Matic® is a remote control locking system, used in conjunction with master locking, that locks and unlocks both body sides simultaneously from a distance of up to 25 feet. Kevin modified the system so that even the back doors work on it. In addition, he can open all compartments and rear doors manually if needed.
The Spacemaster Body was also customized with a stainless steel ladder rack, aluminum step bumper, “J” hooks in the compartments for hanging air hoses and extension cords, and rubber mats that line the compartment bottoms. A shelf was built in the enclosed body behind the cab for additional storage, and pipes were attached to the bed floor to stop the load from shifting while the vehicle is in motion. An engine mounted air compressor and a 3000 watt power inverter were mounted in the cab. This will enable Kevin to work from his truck should there be a power outage.
K & L Contracting has been in business for 20 years serving both residential and commercial customers. They purchased the Reading custom Spacemaster Service Body through Crest Truck Eq. Co., Inc., an authorized Reading distributor, located in Bowmansville, PA.
Standard features include construction of two-sided A60 galvannealed steel and Lectro-Life® immersion priming for complete rust protection. Other standard features include automotive-quality rotary locks for secure protection to tools and equipment; stainless steel bolt-on hinges keeping the compartment doors operating smoothly in all weather conditions; and double paneled compartment doors offering greater durability.
Features Entice RWL Construction to Buy Reading
Company Name: RWL Construction
Reading Products: Classic® Series Service Body
Type of Service: General Contractor
 RWL Construction purchased a Reading Classic Series® service body, model 132FADWR, to utilize as their service vehicle. They chose to have the body mounted on an F550 Ford chassis. The Classic Series® service body features exterior storage compartments and an open cargo area.
According to William Sommi, Project Manager, “The determining factors in purchasing the Reading Classic Series® service body were the Latch-Matic® master locking system, Grip-n’-Glide® drawers, which are awesome, and the door hinges. These features are better than your competition.”
Latch-Matic® is a remote control locking system, used in conjunction with master locking, that locks and unlocks both body sides simultaneously from a distance of up to 25 feet. This feature was particularly important to William because some of the areas he has to work in require that his tools and equipment be safe and secure. Grip-n’-Glide® is a unique drawer unit for storage of smaller parts, and utilizes an ergonomically designed J-latch system which allows the user to open and close the drawer with one hand.
In addition to Latch-Matic® master locking and two Grip-n -Glide® drawers, RWL Construction customized their Reading Classic Series® service body with a pintle hook for towing, a power inverter, and an AeroRack™ ladder rack. The AeroRack™ ladder rack is constructed of aluminum.
William stores every tool imaginable in his Reading Classic Series® service body including a circular saw, jack hammer, wrenches, a laser, and drills. “There’s not a tool I don’t have in the compartments,” said William. The cargo area is efficiently utilized to store a 100-gallon diesel fuel tank and still has enough room for 8 ft. boards of sheet rock and plywood, a compactor, and a wheelbarrow.
RWL Construction is a general contractor who performs site work, demolition work, and just about everything else. They’ve been in business for 20 years, employ five personnel, and subcontract additional people, as needed. Their service area includes Long Island, Queens, and Brooklyn, New York. Their fleet consists of about 35 vehicles which includes pickups, heavy equipment, and a Reading platform with a dump.
The Reading Classic Series® service body was purchased through R. W. Truck Equipment Corporation, an authorized Reading distributor, located in Farmingdale, NY.
Standard features include construction of two-sided A60 galvannealed steel and Lectro-Life® immersion priming for complete rust protection. Other standard features include automotive-quality rotary locks for secure protection to tools and equipment; stainless steel bolt-on hinges keeping the compartment doors operating smoothly in all weather conditions; and double paneled compartment doors offering greater durability.
Buying a Reading Body is a “No Brainer”
Company Name: Tumlin & Sons
Reading Products: Classic® Series Service Body
Type of Service: Commercial Construction & Concrete
 When Tumlin & Sons decided they needed a new utility body to add to their fleet, it didn’t take them very long to decide what to purchase. It was a “no-brainer”. They would buy a Reading Classic® Series service body. The body is being utilized as a service vehicle.
Reading has been a mainstay in the Harrison, OH company for 18 years. In fact, they are still using the same Reading Classic® Series service body they bought in 1983. “All we’ve had to do is replace a couple of door handles,” explained Doug Tumlin, superintendent. The durability factor of Reading’s products is a big reason why Tumlin & Sons has only purchased Reading utility bodies.
“We like the quality and appearance better than the others,” said Tumlin, “The competitor’s quality didn’t match up with Reading’s quality. And Reading has better quality beds and the cargo space is better utilized.”
They customized their Classic® Series service body with a ladder rack and a mesh headboard behind the cab. Extra storage boxes were mounted on top of the existing compartments.
Tumlin & Sons is a general contractor specializing in concrete work and commercial construction. They have been in business 20 years and employ anywhere from 15 to 20 people. Their service area covers 7 counties in 3 states: Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. 6 body fleet consists of 4 Reading bodies and 2 single-axle dump trucks.
The Reading Classic® Series service body was purchased through Ohio Truck Equipment, an authorized Reading distributor, located in Cincinnati, OH.
Standard features include construction of two-sided A60 galvannealed steel and Lectro-Life® immersion priming for complete rust protection. Other standard features include automotive-quality rotary locks for secure protection to tools and equipment; stainless steel bolt-on hinges keeping the compartment doors operating smoothly in all weather conditions; and double paneled compartment doors offering greater durability.
Contractor Adds Two Reading Bodies to their Fleet
Company Name: P. T. Nilsen & Sons Construction Corp
Reading Products: Classic® Series Service Body
Type of Service: Custom Home Construction
 P.T. Nilsen & Sons Construction Corp. recently purchased a Reading Classic® Series service body, model U98ABSW-R, to utilize as their service vehicle. The body was mounted on a Ford F250 super duty chassis. The Classic® Series service body features weathertight exterior storage compartments and an open cargo area.
The Classic® Series service body was customized with diamond plating over the compartment tops, a 2" pintle ball combination, and an AeroRack™. The AeroRack™ is a modular aluminum ladder rack system with many useful features for improved efficiency such as a wide profile truss design, sliding cargo anchors, ratchet tie downs, and a removable rear crossmember.
P.T. Nilsen & Sons Construction Corp. also purchased a similar Reading Classic® Series service body, model 108GABDW-R. This body was mounted on a Chevy 3500 Series. In addition to the same custom features as the first body, they included other options to make this body suited to their needs. The body was increased in height by 5" for more storage capacity. Aluminum gravel guards were mounted to the front of the body to protect it from road splatter kicked up by the tires. The edge of the tailgate was wrapped in polished aluminum for additional protection against scratches when loading and unloading materials in the cargo area. Aluminum brushed corner guards were added to the rear body corners for additional protection against chips and scratches.
According to Robert Nilsen, co-owner, he and his brother Dave purchased Reading Classic® Series service bodies because “we like the latch mechanism, the doors are removable and easily replaceable, and we love the understructure. We’re planning to get longer life out of the Reading bodies.” They are very happy with the bodies and plan to add another one to their fleet.
The Classic® Series service bodies aid them in carrying and transporting materials to the construction site. The body compartments are efficiently utilized to carry carpentry equipment and compressors, and the spacious cargo area transports building materials needed for each job.
P.T. Nilsen & Sons Construction Corp. builds custom private homes within 360 square miles between Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties in New York.
Standard features include construction of two-sided A60 galvannealed steel and Lectro-Life® immersion priming for complete rust protection. Other standard features include automotive-quality, rotary locks for secure protection to tools and equipment; stainless steel bolt-on hinges keeping the compartment doors operating smoothly in all weather conditions; and double paneled compartment doors offering greater durability.
Reading Aerotech® Service Body is a Traveling Workshop
Company Name: Ted Micka, LLC
Reading Products: Aerotech® Service Body
Type of Service: Barn Repair & Restoration
 Ted Micka, LLC recently purchased a Reading Aerotech® service body, model N110FSW-99, and had it mounted on an F350 Ford Superduty chassis. The Aerotech® service body is an aerodynamic service body constructed of 100% steel (no plastic parts) with exterior storage compartments and an open cargo area.
According to Ted Micka, owner, he purchased the Reading Aerotech® service body because “image is important. The Aerotech® service body gives the impression of a professional, and I really look prepared for the job. I get an awful lot of comments on it. It’s an excellent product, and I would consider purchasing another one.”
As a “Barn Doctor”, the Reading Aerotech® service body aids Ted in his unique business of repairing and restoring old barns. He travels as far as five hours for special projects such as saving a barn for its uniqueness, and has been in the restoration business for 10 years.
Ted utilizes the compartments to store ropes, cords, steel brackets, hand and power tools, a torch set, chain saw, laser levels, pulleys, etc. In addition, he uses the horizontal compartments as a table surface. Ted likes the amount of things he can put in the compartments while not compromising the bed area which he needs to haul wood, cement, mortar, a compressor, generators, and construction equipment. For convenience and efficiency, he can use a forklift to load the materials in the bed.
Ted likes the fact that he can carry a lot on his Aerotech® service body and go far. He uses every inch of space to store all his materials. “It’s almost a complete hardware store on the truck,” says Ted. It has to perform for him.
Ted customized his Aerotech® service body with a ladder rack which is also capable of being loaded with a forklift. He added marine plywood to the bed floor and behind the cab so the heavy wood he carries slides easier and prevents dents in the body. Marine plywood was also sealed to the compartment floors for additional protection to the compartments. Rings were installed on the bumper to pull heavy trailers, and hooks were added in the compartments to hold additional items.
The Aerotech® service body was purchased through Fitzgibbons Fleet Fabricators, Ltd., an authorized Reading distributor located in Jackson, MI.
Each Aerotech® service body is completely constructed of two-sided, zinc-coated, A-60 galvannealed steel, which provides the first layer of rust protection. After the bodies are assembled, they receive Reading’s Lectro-Life® immersion priming process providing the most complete rust and corrosion protection in the industry.
Concealed compartment door hinges and heavy-duty automotive style rotary locks aid in making the Aerotech® service body tamper proof. The compartment doors feature a deep press-formed inner panel making the door more resistant to bending. All hinges and locks are bolted in place for easy replacement.
Reading Tool Boxes Answer Tool Storage Needs
Company Name: R D General Contracting
Reading Products: Spacemaker® Tool Mate toolboxes
Type of Service: General Contractor
 Rod Davis owner and operator of R D General Contracting, recently purchased a pair of Reading Spacemaker® Tool-Mate toolboxes, and mounted them on a Ford F-150 pickup truck.
The Reading Spacemaker® Tool-Mates mount on the side rails of the pickup bed and feature locking, weathertight compartments. Constructed of A60 galvannealed steel, the Spacemaker® Tool-Mates are durable and reliable. “I have been using Reading tool boxes for over 21 years. They are quality made products, resistant to weather, lasting finish and virtually maintenance free,” says Rod.
Access to the tools and equipment stored in the Tool-Mates is available through front opening compartment doors. The Spacemaker® top-opening lid allows convenient storage for smaller tools and parts. Rod uses his tool boxes to store and transport hand tools and portable power tools. This leaves the cargo area free to haul plywood, lumber, drywall and larger tools.
R D General Contracting provides general contracting services, including additions, porches, decks, replacement windows, trim work, drywall, roofing, concrete work, siding, electrical, plumbing and more, to a three county area.
Standard toolbox features include the all-steel construction combined with Reading’s Lectro-Life priming for complete rust protection. The Lectro-Life® process provides complete primer coverage to all areas of the tool boxes. Other standard features include slam action, rivet-on locks, built to slam shut and stay shut; bolt-on stainless steel hinges for smooth operation in all weather conditions; and Power Coat® painting finish for a high gloss enamel finish (available in white and black).
Reading Aerotech® Gets "Filled to the Hill"
Company Name: Mike Dillinger Building Contractor
Reading Products: Aerotech® Service Body
Type of Service: Building Contractor
 Mike Dillinger Building Contractor recently purchased a Reading Aerotech® service body model N102SW to utilize as their work vehicle. They had it mounted on an F250 diesel chassis. The Aerotech® is an aerodynamic service body constructed of 100% steel (no plastic parts) with exterior storage compartments and an open cargo area.
Mike Dillinger, owner, chose the Reading Aerotech® service body because “it has the reputation of being a better body. I like the style, rounded sides, and easy access to the compartments.”
The Aerotech® service body was customized with a lumber rack to support lumber, and shelves were added for additional storage of materials. In the body compartments, they store lasers, circular saws, power equipment, screws, and nails. As far as the cargo area, “we fill it to the hill with generators, welders, and lumber,” said Mike Dillinger.
Mike Dillinger Building Contractor employs three personnel in addition to 30 sub-contractors. They’ve been in business for the last 35 years servicing an 80 square mile area.
The Aerotech® Service body was purchased through Trailer King, Inc., an authorized Reading distributor, located in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Each Aerotech® service body is completely constructed of two-sided, zinc-coated, A-60 galvannealed steel, which provides the first layer of rust protection. After the bodies are assembled, they receive Reading’s Lectro-Life® immersion priming process providing the most complete rust and corrosion protection in the industry.
Concealed compartment door hinges and heavy-duty automotive style rotary locks aid in making the Aerotech® service body tamper proof. The compartment doors feature a deep press-formed inner panel making the door more resistant to bending. All hinges and locks are bolted in place for easy replacement.
Melo Enterprises Relies on Reading
Company Name: Melo Enterprises
Reading Products: Aerotech® Service Body
Type of Service: General Contractor/Residential Builder
 Melo Enterprises recently purchased a Reading Aerotech® service body. Sal Melo, owner of Melo Enterprises, was attracted to Reading’s “reputation for building quality bodies.” Reading’s Aerotech® service body is the only 100% steel aerodynamic service body on the market.
Melo Enterprises, a general contracting and home building company, customized the Aerotech® service body by adding Reading’s AeroRack™, an aerodynamically designed ladder rack. Melo Enterprises successfully serves a 50 square mile radius consisting of Northampton, Lehigh, and Carbon Counties. “It’s amazing how much you can fit in there,” states Melo regarding Aerotech®’s spacious body compartments. Melo stores a 5,000 watt generator, various hand tools, mechanical tools, and a compact table saw in the body compartments. The cargo area of the body holds lumber and plywood, and the Aerotech® ladder rack is capable of carrying a 30 foot long aluminum stage and various ladders.
The Aerotech® service body is constructed completely of two-sided zinc coated A-60 galvannealed steel, providing the first layer of rust protection. After each body is assembled, it receives Reading’s exclusive Lectro-Life® immersion priming for the most complete rust and corrosion protection in the truck equipment industry.
Other standard Reading features include concealed compartment door hinges and heavy-duty automotive style rotary locks aid in the making the Aerotech® service body tamper proof. The compartment doors feature a deep press-formed inner panel making the door more resistant to bending. All hinges and locks are bolted in place for easy replacement.
Melo Enterprises purchased their Reading Aerotech® service body through Crest Truck Equipment, an authorized Reading distributor, and Gilboy Ford.
Reading Van Serves as Workshop on Wheels
Company Name: Chiles & Sillivan
Reading Products: Ready Van
Type of Service: General Contractor
 Chiles and Sillivan recently purchased a Reading Ready Van to transport their tools and equipment. Chiles and Sillivan serves Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, and Reading’s Ready Van allows the company to carry their equipment with ease. In the general contracting business, it is necessary to purchase a truck body that keeps all tools and equipment mobile and easily accessible. Reading has been serving Chiles and Sillivan’s needs for over 10 years.
The spacious body compartments hold various hand tools, and the cargo area of the Ready Van holds large power tools and a wide array of other construction equipment. Jim Smith, secretary/treasurer at Chiles and Sillivan, chose Reading to service their truck body needs because the Ready Van is “the best truck for my work. That’s why I bought another one.” Smith had another Reading Ready Van for 10 years and was so pleased that he just recently purchased a new Ready Van.
The Reading Ready Van combines the storage space of a service body and the stand-up room of a full-size van to offer a work ready vehicle. Weathertight exterior storage compartments, some of which are accessible from the truck’s interior, and walk-thru accessibility from cab to body with an expanded metal screen to protect the driver and passenger, are standard on the Reading Ready Van. Also, rear opening double doors provide convenient access to the cargo area. The Reading Ready van serves as a workshop on wheels.
Chiles and Sillivan purchased the Reading Ready Van through Crest Truck Equipment, an authorized Reading distributor, and Brown Daub Ford.
Reading Ready Vans are constructed of two-sided zinc coated A60 galvannealed steel and are immersed in Reading’s exclusive Lectro-Life® primer for complete rust and corrosion protection. Other standard Reading features include a bright overhead dome light in the cargo area for ease in locating tools and parts any time of the day.
Seamless wheel house panels prevent rust from catching hold by eliminating places where water can collect. And, flange-mounted automotive rubber door seals provide weathertight protection to tools and equipment stored in the compartments.
Reading Aerotech® Helps Maintain Efficiency and Organization
Company Name: M. D. Bereda Construction
Reading Products: Aerotech® service body
Type of Service: Commercial General Contractor
 M. D. Bereda Construction recently purchased a Reading Aerotech® Service Body, model N102DW, to aid them in their contracting business.
According to Mark Bereda, Owner, M. D. Bereda Construction purchased a Reading Aerotech® Service Body because of its “quality and looks,” and ’I highly recommend it because of its all steel construction.” The Reading Aerotech® is an aerodynamic service body constructed of 100% steel (no plastic parts) with exterior storage and an open cargo area.
M. D. Bereda Construction chose to have the Aerotech® mounted on a GMC 3500 dual wheel chassis and had it customized with various features. The Latch-Matic® system was installed on the body for ease of operation. Latch-Matic® is a remote control locking system, used in conjunction with master locking, that locks and unlocks both sides simultaneously from a distance of up to 25 feet.
In addition, Mark Bereda had stainless steel stone guards added to protect against road splatter, and a self-fabricated ladder rack of mirrored, polished, stainless steel was installed on the body. The logo graphics were extended throughout the Aerotech® service body as well.
The spacious body compartments are utilized for storage of hand tools, and the open cargo area of the body houses their roofing materials, saws, compressors, and generators, creating efficiency and organization on the job.
M. D. Bereda Construction is a commercial general contractor and has been in business for the last eight years, specializing in roofing and sheet metal in the tri-state area of Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. Their fleet consists of five service bodies which they utilize as service vehicles.
The Aerotech® Service body was purchased through Crest Truck Eq. Co., Inc., an authorized Reading distributor, located in Bowmansville, PA.
Each Aerotech® service body is completely constructed of two-sided, zinc-coated, A-60 galvannealed steel, which provides the first layer of rust protection. After the bodies are assembled, they receive Reading’s Lectro-Life® immersion priming process providing the most complete rust and corrosion protection in the industry.
Concealed compartment door hinges and heavy-duty automotive style rotary locks aid in making the Aerotech® service body tamper proof. The compartment doors feature a deep press-formed inner panel making the door more resistant to bending. All hinges and locks are bolted in place for easy replacement.
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