Common Uses of Reefer Trailers
Reefers are widely used across industries, including:
- Food and beverage distribution (produce, meat, dairy, frozen goods)
- Pharmaceutical and medical supply logistics
- Floral and agricultural shipping
- E‑commerce grocery and meal delivery
- Regional and long‑haul temperature‑sensitive freight
Key Features of Reefer Trailers
- Insulated Walls: Maintain consistent internal temperatures
- Refrigeration Units: Powered cooling systems for perishable cargo
- Temperature Control: Adjustable settings for frozen, chilled, or ambient loads
- Door Options: Swing or roll‑up doors for dock or urban delivery flexibility
- Sizes: Typically 48’–53’ in length, 102” wide, with interior heights around 110”
Benefits Compared to Other Trailer Types
- Temperature Protection: Keeps perishable goods fresh and compliant with safety standards
- Versatility: Can haul both refrigerated and certain dry freight loads
- Market Reach: Enables carriers to serve food, pharma, and high‑value industries
- Higher Value Freight: Supports premium contracts and specialized logistics services
- Fleet Differentiation: Adds capability beyond standard dry vans or flatbeds
Frequently Asked Questions About Refrigerated Trailers
Reefers are ideal for perishable goods such as produce, meat, dairy, frozen foods, pharmaceuticals, and floral products.
Most reefers are 48’–53’ long, 102” wide, with interior heights around 110”. Smaller units may also be available for regional delivery.
Reefers include insulation and cooling systems for temperature‑sensitive freight, while dry vans are designed for non‑perishable goods.
Yes. Ervin offers multiple brands, including Stoughton Refrigerated Trailers , Wabash, Hyundai, and Utility.
Yes. Ervin provides financing, leasing, and trade‑in programs to make purchasing reefers flexible and cost‑effective.