LAS VEGAS and SEYMOUR, Conn., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Thule, Inc., the
world's leading manufacturer of premium load carriers for all vehicles,
will showcase its new Professional line of contractor-grade rack systems
and accessories at the 2007 SEMA Show (Booth no. 33209), being held at The
Las Vegas Convention Center, October 30 through November 2.
"Expanding into the truck rack market was a natural fit for Thule,"
said Tripp Wyckoff, vice president of marketing, sales, and service for
Thule, Inc. "Since we introduced the Professional line last November,
initial response from dealers and professional contractors alike, has been
very positive and we're confident that they will be equally pleased with
our new products," added Wyckoff.
Thule's Professional line features stylish, versatile base truck rack
systems and innovative accessories to provide efficient and convenient
transportation solutions for ladders, conduit, lumber and other building
materials.
New Professional line products for 2008 include:
#397, #398 Over-the-Cab Extension (available in February)
This all aluminum, heavy duty modular system guarantees long load
stability and creates a full frame rack on any open bed pickup truck.
Equipped with tri-slot side rails, the system allows for infinite
adjustment of the over-the-cab load bar. Additional load bars and future
accessories will easily integrate into the side rails and provide unlimited
custom configurations. Specifically designed to integrate with Thule's
375/376 Professional Truck Rack, the system can also be used in conjunction
with any of the innovative accessories within the Professional line product
range.
Benefits:
-- increases long-load transport stability
-- provides more functionality for pick-up truck rack
-- improves overall versatility and style
#377, #377B Aluminum Diamond Tread Conduit Case (available in January)
Heavy duty .063" diamond plate construction provides maximum
transportation safety and storage for any long material including pipe and
conduit. Equipped with a welded front end plate, a spring assisted rear
door with a pad lock loop (lock not included) and a sealed flange, the case
prevents outside water from damaging contents. It fits all Thule
Professional and Karrite base rack systems, as well as other manufacturer's
racks (maximum 2" load bar).
Benefits:
-- easy to assemble two-piece design reduces freight costs
-- spring assisted door allows for single hand opening
#337, #338 Conduit Kit (available in February)
Thule's new conduit kit comes with a fully locking, heavy duty aluminum
powder coated die cast end cap preassembled to a PVC ring for easy,
no-drill installation to any standard Schedule 40 PVC tube. It offers
maximum corrosion resistance with stainless steel and aluminum mounting
hardware, and it is available in either 4" or 6" version. It fits all Thule
Professional and Karrite base rack systems, as well as other manufacturer's
ladder racks.
Benefits:
-- locking aluminum end cap keeps water out and protects corrosion
sensitive materials
-- easy installation with no drilling required
-- low-cost option for carrying corrosion sensitive materials
"Given Thule's reputation for quality and style in car rack products,
the company has a tremendous opportunity to become a category leader in
this market," said Kevin Harris, director for the Thule Professional line.
"This year's new products, combined with the recently acquired UWS line of
tool boxes and step bars, will further solidify Thule's position in this
very competitive marketplace", added Harris.
Thule's Professional line is available at a wide range of automotive
accessory aftermarket retailers across the country. For more information,
visit http://www.thulepro.com.
About Thule
Thule Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary within the Thule Group. It is
the leading U.S. manufacturer of car rack products, with production sites
in Seymour, Connecticut and Chicago, Illinois. Thule's product line
features multi-purpose roof racks, roof top boxes, rear mount racks, and
accessories for outdoor equipment including bikes, skis, snowboards,
kayaks, canoes, and surfboards. For more information, visit http://www.thule.com.
SOURCE Thule, Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.thule.com
http://www.thulepro.com
CONTACT:
Charity Proto, office, +1-203-705-9209,
mobile, +1-203-521-7533, cproto@creativepartners.com; or Karl
Wiedemann, office, +1-203-881-4833, karl.wiedemann@thule.com
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