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This heavy duty slimline hardware module provides
automotive-like functionality and style in a low profile one-piece module.
Featuring TriMark's 050-1600 TriGuard Slimline Heavy Duty
Latch, this robust product allows for power-locking and is compliant to
FMVSS 206. Other product details include:
- Heavy duty modular construction is received fully
assembled and tested - reduces door assembly as much as 50% to 70% -
improving vehicle cost and throughput.
- Improved serviceability in the field and ability to
retrofit into existing applications
- Interior locking mechanism provides additional
safety for occupants
- Single motion egress
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TriMark
Recognized for
Supplier Excellence
Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc.,
recently recognized top-performing suppliers, including TriMark,
during its 10th Annual Supplier Conference. The suppliers honored
consistently embody Spartan Chassis' values and maintain an unwavering
commitment to quality, on-time delivery and excellent customer support.
"Spartan Motors is committed to providing value to our customers on a
consistent basis," said Jeremy Wilson, Vice President of Supply Chain
Management. "Our supply base plays a critical role as they
consistently deliver high quality products and do so together with reliable
service which enhances the value of our product portfolio. As a company
that produces specialty vehicles for multiple segments, we are an excellent
test-bed where our supplier partners can commercialize new products,
features and innovations. We are thankful for these opportunities to
collaborate and above all value each member of our supplier network and the
work they do everyday."
Thank you Spartan for allowing TriMark to be one of your
supplier/partners.
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Eurosatory
International Exhibition
June 11-15, 2012
Paris, France
AUSA
Annual Meeting
October 22-24, 2012
Bauma China
November 27-30, 2012
2012 RVIA
50th Annual National RV Trade Show
November 27 – 29, 2012
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Building
Local - Selling Global
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One of TriMark's tag lines - "One World – One Company" -
was introduced last year in our customer newsletter. The "Building
Local – Selling Global" title for this Management Team letter is a
variation on that title and hopefully speaks to a key point we want to make
to our customers and friends.
As we mentioned earlierthis year, TriMark experienced a very good
2011 and the trend has continued into 2012. We place much of the credit for
that success with our workers who continue to go above-and-beyond in the
efforts to get the right products to our customers in an increasingly
narrow delivery window. There is such a dedication demonstrated – working
on Saturdays, Sundays, working extra hours – it is all focused on the
customer's expectations.
While those of us here in Iowa like to think this is because of that good
old-fashioned, farm-bred work ethic, we need to remind our customers and
friends that we are a global company with engineering and manufacturing
capabilities at each of our locations. – U.S., UK/Europe and China. These
locations possess many of the same capabilities and all of the dedication
that we have here.
TriMark's global engineering, manufacturing and sales presence
continues to create opportunities as well as challenges. The trick is
finding the balance. One thing we learned from the recent Customer Survey
is that our customers want to utilize more "off-the-shelf" product
items (more about this in our next newsletter). We are also hearing this
same request from our global customers. How do we satisfy this
fundamentally strategic move to what the customers want without creating a
total nightmare with hundreds, or potentially thousands, of different part
numbers available? And, if the "off the shelf" product does not
quite fit the application, can we still allow for simple, fast and
relatively low cost customization? Trust us - this question is demanding a
great deal of our attention right now!
We hope everyone is having a great spring!
The TriMark
Management Team
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Almost
Thirty Years and Over 25 Million Latches
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TriMark Rotary Latches
 Twenty-five million of
anything is quite a number which makes the fact that TriMark has
produced over 25-million rotary latches in a span just over 30 years even
more impressive.
When we tell you that TriMark is the "market leader" in Rotary
Latches you won't need to dig too deeply before you realize that this
is more than just hollow hype.TriMark's rotary latch experience
dates back over 30 years and during that period of time TriMark has
been recognized as a real product innovator with multiple patents as well
as many unique and exclusive features. We like to say that TriMark
Rotary Latches are Often Copied but Never Equaled.
Produced primarily for the non-automotive vehicle markets, rotary latch
applications include personnel doors, compartment/baggage doors, as well as
hoods/access panels. The product range covers light duty up to heavy-duty
platforms and versions. Rotary latches are produced as stand-alone products
as well as being integrated into other finished products such as paddle
handles and door modules. Integration of electronics is also available
providing power locking, power release and door open sensing providing a
complete mechatronic solution.
Off-the-Shelf Solutions with the Added Benefit of Customization
TriMark's global customers are demanding off-the-shelf rotary latch
solutions because of the many new products they introduce every year. They
want to minimize the amount of time it takes to go from raw concept to
finished product. With TriMark's strong reputation for durability
and reliability, these off-the-shelf product solutions can be customized to
meet a customer's specific platform needs. With a broad selection of rotary
latch sizes, versions, features and options to meet virtually any
application, TriMark is able to simplify the process while meeting
each customer's unique needs.
Products range from basic stand-alone designs to integrated linkages for
both FMVSS 206 and non-206 applications. All TriMark rotary latches
feature the highest levels of quality, security and strength and are
covered by TriMark's comprehensive worldwide warranty.
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TriMark
Part of Recording-Setting 2012 Work Truck Show
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The Work Truck Show, held in conjunction with the 48th
Annual NTEA Convention March 5 – 8 in Indianapolis, broke all standing
attendance records. With 10,408 verified attendees checking out work trucks
and equipment from 563 exhibitors, the show not only exceeded all
attendance records, it was also the largest in the event's 13-year history.
TriMark Unveils NEW 540-0125
e-PAD with Relays
 This stand alone
keypad provides cost-effective and simple power door lock/door latch and
unlatch control. The keypad features on-board relays and provides increased
security and convenience with limited functionality to minimize system and
installation cost.
Demanding users in the travel trailer, tool box, and tow and motorized RV
market will appreciate the high-end functionality at a value price. Other
product details include:
- The keypad can be mounted horizontally or
vertically
- The user friendly keypad provides audible and touch
feedback
- Rugged and durable construction is compliant to
on-road environmental requirements
System kits are
available and include handles, latches, power lock actuators and electronic
accessories including custom wiring harnesses, relays, switches, door
contacts, actuators, mounting hardware, sirens and lighting to provide a
comprehensive electro-mechanical access solution.
TriMark Customers Show New Products
Several of TriMark's customers were on the show floor showing new
products at the 2012 event as the Better Built story in this newsletter
will attest. According to Dave Root, TriMark Account Executive,
"It's always gratifying to see TriMark products being used by
our customers in this market segment. Each year we have seen growth in both
the number of companies as well as the applications of TriMark access
solutions and we anticipate that this trend will continue. Our electronic
applications continue to be a major draw and we had several high-profile
companies visit our booth looking for solutions that they are just not
finding from other suppliers."
Plan to see TriMark in Indianapolis next year at the Work Truck
Show, March 6-8, 2013!
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Better
Built is Building Better with TriMark
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 While attending the
recent Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, we had the opportunity to speak
with the folks from Daws Better Built, the largest truck box manufacturer
in the world and the original aluminum truck box manufacturer. Daws
Manufacturing was formed in 1989 and through key strategic acquisitions
and steady growth in new and existing markets, they have really established
themselves as the leader in innovation, quality products, and customer
service with an unwavering philosophy of rapid response to customer needs.
 If you've ever
"kicked the tires" on toolboxes at Lowe's (Better Built
manufactures the Kobalt brand – look inside and you will see
"Hand-crafted by Better Built"), Walmart, Auto Zone or any number
of other retail outlets, you were looking at Better Built boxes. One of the
reasons these national brands carry the Better Built line of products is
because of the long list of industry "firsts" that Better Built
can claim – first pull handle rotary latch, auto lift lid, and integrated
latch rail are just three.
Clint Daws II is the second generation leader in the Florida based
family-oriented company and currently heads the company's efforts in sales,
marketing and engineering. "We place a very strong emphasis on
customers support and feedback," states Clint. "This is why we've
been able to identify problem areas so quickly and work to resolve those
issues before we risk damaging the reputation of our company and
products."
Clint identified two relatively recent examples of how this
"philosophy of listening" has been applied. The first was an
issue with tool box lids that would go out of adjustment requiring a time
consuming adjustment process to rectify. The Better Built solution was to
design and install self-adjusting lid strikers which have eliminated the
problem forever.
The second area of customer frustration had to do with lost toolbox keys.
The call for additional keys was huge and it consumed a great deal of time,
not to mention expense, to continue supplying customers with replacement
keys. As a company that wants to be known as a leader in innovation they
approached the problem by posing the question, "What if we could
eliminate the need for keys altogether?"
Their first attempt at a possible solution was to use key fobs but they
soon discovered that this approach really did not work that well for a
couple of reasons: fobs were as easy to lose or misplace as keys and, for
the fobs to do there job the truck boxes had to be hard-wired which added
complexity and expense.
TriMark Solution
It was at this point that they turned toTriMark for a solution.
Well, actually they turned to TriMark and three competitors for
possible solutions. Clint Daws tells it this way, "We challenged four
latch companies to come up with a solution and TriMark was the most
responsive by far. They really came through. And, TriMark was also
the only latch company that was able to hit the target price we gave
them." Hats off to the entire TriMark team that supported this
project!
 TriMark's solution
was to use its exclusive e-ASK (electronic Access & Security
Keyless-entry) technology. In this case the solution consists of a
programmable keyless touch pad – the new 540-0125 e-PAD with relays - with
a battery pack utilizing 8-AA batteries. With over 3,000 possible code combinations
with a tamper lock-out feature as well a lighted keypad for more effective
night time usage it was just the solution Better Built was seeking.
"We have been so pleased with our customer's response to the keypad
solution that we've made it standard equipment on the entire Better Built
HD (Heavy Duty) line of tool boxes. When a solution works and works well,
you have to take advantage of the competitive edge is gives you versus the
competition. This is why we will continue to work with TriMark on
future products – we know that they are on the same page with us relative
to being seen as innovators."
Thanks Clint!
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TriMark
Continues Expansion in Armored Vehicle Market
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Exhibits at AUSA's
ILW (Institute of Land Warfare) Winter Symposium and Exposition
Announces Kick-off of TriMark Europe's Entry into the Armored
Vehicles Market at the Eurosatory Exposition, June 11 – 15, 2012 in Paris,
France
New Product - 100-5120 TriGuard Heavy Duty Slimline Hardware Module V2
Featured at Both Venues
The Armored Vehicles Division of TriMark recently participated in
the Association of the United States Army's (AUSA ILW) Winter symposium at
the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, Fort
Lauderdale, FL, February 22-24 2012. The theme of this year's event was,
"America's Army - Decisive Force".
The three-day event included participation from the United States Army
Material Command, the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command and
the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics
and Technology).
A central focus of the symposium was the Army's progression towards
transforming while conducting combat operations. Special emphasis was devoted
to the indispensable role that industry partners such as TriMark
provide to the United States Army.
TriMark Announces New Armored Vehicle Product
 TriMark's
new 100-5120 TriGuard Heavy Duty Slimline Hardware Module V2
provides automotive-like functionality and style in a low profile one-piece
module.
Featuring TriMark's 050-1600 TriGuard Slimline Heavy Duty
Latch, this robust product allows for power-locking and is compliant to
FMVSS 206.
Eurosatory
TriMark Europe's
announcement that it has entered the Armored Vehicles market coincides
perfectly with its participation in the Eurosatory Exposition. The goal
will be to unveil new products and capabilities to this new and important
audience.
 TriMark's new 100-5120
TriGuard Heavy-Duty Slimline Hardware Module V2 will also be a major focal
point of TriMark's participation in Eurosatory which is the only
international exhibition dedicated 100% to Land Security and Defense. This
exhibition will feature 1300 exhibitors from 54 countries who will be
displaying their products to an anticipated 54,000 professional attendees
from 130 countries.
In addition to the Module V2 rollout,TriMark will also be showcasing
the most recent updates to its very well respected COMMANDoor Plus with a
fully functional model that will be on display.
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TriMark
Corporation
500 Bailey Avenue
PO Box 350
New Hampton, IA 50659
Tollfree: 1-800-447-0343
Phone: 1-641-394-3188
Fax: 1-641-394-2392
Email: tips@trimarkcorp.com
Visit us on the web at www.trimarkcorp.com
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