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Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Bonded Frameless Windows from Lippert Components

Bonded Frameless Windows from Lippert Components™ Gaining Popularity           
 
 -- Lippert Components, Inc. (LCI™) reports growing use of its bonded, frameless windows in travel trailer and fifth-wheel recreational vehicle designs during the last 12 months. "It's all about styling with this product line," said LCI Vice President of Sales Andy Murray. "Bonded frameless windows create a cleaner, more automotive look and cleaner lines on the outside of the RV while streamlining the sidewall." "Initially, the product was a high-end feature, but now it's used on mid-priced products, and more and more on motorized products," continued Murray.
 
 "In order to support this growing trend, LCI has made significant investments in people, facilities and equipment over the past 12 months. Some of the most notable are a 130,000 square foot dedicated frameless window facility which will include its own in-house glass processing and tempering operation, the first if its kind in our industry."
 
      In addition to travel trailer and fifth-wheel RV windows, LCI's window products include: Truck cap windows Bus windows, including activity bus windows, egress activity bus windows, and electronic switch windows Cargo trailer windows Horse trailer windows including drop down feed windows, drop down insert windows, side slider windows, and living quarter windows Commercial vehicle windows About Lippert Components
 
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New A/C unit offers a 15% air flow increase over previous models, and is 19% lighter

New A/C unit offers a 15% air flow increase over previous models, and is 19% lighter
              Dometic Introduces the Brisk II Air Conditioner for RVs by Dometic Group ELKHART, Ind.
 Dometic Group announced the release of its Brisk II Air Conditioner, the latest version of Dometic’s most popular and most imitated air conditioner for recreational vehicles (RVs). The Brisk II offers a 15% air flow increase, and is 19% lighter than previous models, making it the smallest 13.5K rooftop unit available. “Taking the best from Dometic's global expert air conditioning knowledge base, we are releasing the Brisk II - a stronger, lighter, smaller and more environmentally friendly RV air conditioner than any other on the market,” said Dave Schutz, Vice President of RV OEM Sales and Marketing, Dometic Americas.
 
 “The Brisk II uses its innovative design, tighter specification allowances and improved materials to maximize air flow and performance.” The Brisk II is easy to install and maintain, with a high-performance motor and fan. Its EPP foam housing reduces weight and increases cooling. Rounded edges increase air flow, and fan motor sound dampening brackets reduce noise and vibration. The unit weighs 72 pounds, and has a 2.7 kW fan speed.
 
      The Brisk II unit offers tighter tolerances for improved fit and finish between shroud and evaporator cover. Its press fit evaporator cover eliminates fasteners for improved service access, and its custom composite Korad shroud is laminated to provide UV protection. The sturdy design includes a three-inch deep-drawn G 90 carbon steel drain pan with powder-coated finish for durability, and larger air openings for improved air flow and cooling performance. The edges are roll-formed, and the enclosed wrap-around base pan and shroud add strength and protect the coils.
 
     To learn more about the Brisk II, visit www.dometic.com. - See more at: http://www.rvnews.com/anewproducts.cfm#sthash.ptq2cSL5.dpuf

Aqua-Hot

Aqua-Hot Moves into New Facility
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Working for 30 years to make this move, Aqua-Hot Heating Systems is relocating to a new headquarters and manufacturing facility. Starting July 29, Aqua-Hot will be up and running at its new facility in Frederick, Colorado. Aqua-Hot has simply outgrown its former Fort Lupton, Colorado plant's capability to execute its vision of continually improving its products and service to customers.
 
The new manufacturing area expands the company's ability for 5S and standardized work systems with increased visibility of process flow and work activity, including more quality check points. Aqua-Hot tailored its new facility to enhance cross-communications in all departments and increase efficiency.
The management, engineering, product development, purchasing, sales and customer service offices are located on two sides of the manufacturing floor. Customer and field service training rooms are located only a single door away from the production floor. Plus the product quality control, modeling and testing department is also adjacent to the manufacturing area, since these play a major role at Aqua-Hot. This space configuration helps take the company to the next level to achieve its vision -100% happy customers. And the customers are happy because Aqua-Hot's products boost their satisfaction, comfort and productivity.
 
     As of July 29, Aqua-Hot will be hard at work raising the bar at its new location: 7501 Miller Dr., Frederick, CO 80504.
 
    The company's headquarters/main line has changed to 303-651-5500 with all extensions remaining the same. The main fax number is now 303-651-5699. The company's toll free line remains the same at 800-685-4298 e-mail; www.aquahot.com. -
 
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Suburban Ranges Now Feature Stylish Burners

 
Suburban Ranges Now Feature Stylish Burners by Suburban Creating a comfortable home aboard an RV includes a galley that is as elegant as it is functional. To help create this for its customers, Suburban conventional burner cooking appliances now feature sophisticated residential style burners, further enhancing the pleasing design of its stylish black cap conventional burner ranges and slide-in cooktops.
These cooking appliances are very popular with OEMs and as aftermarket options. Suburban gas RV ranges offer sizes, features and options to meet any need. The high-efficiency, well-insulated 17" and 22" ovens heat to 500°F and feature a large broiler area. These ranges feature a high-output, 9,000-BTUh front burner and two 6,500 BTUh rear burners with linear valves for lots of cooking capacity. The company's compact, slide-in three-burner cooktop is ideal for installation with a convection oven instead of a conventional oven.
 
 The cooktop also features a 9,000-BTUh front burner and two 6,500-BTUh rear burners. Smooth, infinitely variable flame adjusts from a gentle simmer to high heat for faster cooking. Designed for use in most motorhomes, fifth wheels, travel trailers, vans and larger campers, Suburban ranges and cooktops are designed to match the requirements of RV OEMs and aftermarket installers. Suburban cooking appliance tops are available in black porcelain and stainless porcelain finishes to complement the décor of any RV.

    Contact Suburban 676 Broadway St. Dayton, TN 37321 423-775-2131

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Grand Design Owners Manual CD

Grand Design

Creates New CD Owner's Manual

  

           



Grand designs
Grand Design RV Co. has released its new owner’s manual.
Adding something unique and different to its manual, Grand Design offers its manual in both printed and digital CD format. Many other manufacturers offer their manuals online in PDF format, but are not available on CD.
Owner’s manuals from manufacturers such as Jayco, Tiffin, Airstream and Forest River offer owner’s manuals online and in print, but have yet to offer them in a digital CD format.
Grand Design President and co-owner Don Clark said his company dedicated many resources to the creation of what they consider, one of the most advanced, comprehensive owner’s manuals in the industry.
Jerry McCarthy, VP of service operations, added that an extremely detailed and user-friendly owners manual is of critical importance when it comes to a positive ownership experience.
“Our industry-leading manual and companion CD completely meets our goal of providing vital operational information and ‘safety first’ considerations,” McCarthy said.
The company began distribution of the new owner’s manuals in mid-June.



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Ever Green RV

Ever Green RV Recalls Travel Trailers for Possible Propane Ruptures



EverGreen RV
EverGreen RV LLC is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ever-Lite and Element travel trailers.
The trailers are equipped with propane cylinders that may leak gas or rupture. Leaking propane gas, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
EverGreen will notify owners and dealers will replace the propane cylinder, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by July 19. Owners may contact Evergreen at 1-574-825-4298.
Owner’s may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or visit http://www.safercar.gov.By: RV PRO Staff

Check your Coach Batteries

Check your Coach Batteries!

Thor Safety Recall Includes 8,500 Motorhomes



Thor Motor Coach
Thor Motor Coach is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 Windsport, model year 2006-2010 Magellan, model year 2007-2013 Hurricane, model year 2009-2013 Serrano and model year 2011-2013 A.C.E. motorhomes, potentially affecting 8,535 motorhomes.
The motorhomes are equipped with an RV Custom Products Battery Control Center (BCC), which may experience a failure while the motorhome is in motion. If the BCC fails, all power may be lost to the motorhome chassis, including all lighting, increasing the risk of a crash.
Thor will notify owners, and dealers will rewire the BCC free of charge. A notification schedule hasn’t been released. Customers may contact Thor at 1-877-855-2867. Thor’s recall campaign number is RC000077.
Owner’s may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or visit http://www.safercar.gov.