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Officially in business since 2016 , American Trailer World Ltd ( ATW ) is the largest manufacturer , retailer , and distributor of professional and consumer grade trailers , truck equipment , parts , and accessories in the US . With its customers ’ needs and satisfaction in mind , ATW guarantees industry-leading , quality trailers , truck beds , and transportation equipment . Moreover , the company boasts the best sales and service professionals in the industry , operating two distinct divisions : Pro-Grade and Consumer Grade . Focusing on the Pro-Grade division , Jason Bertinetti , SVP of Pro Grade Operations , provides invaluable insights into ATW ’ s activities , starting with a deep dive into the company ’ s journey .
“ ATW began when two companies , American Trailer Works and Big Tex Trailers , joined forces . American Trailer Works came into existence in 2010 through the merger of PJ Trailers and Carry-On Trailers , whereas Big Tex Trailers was established in 1982 and then merged with American Trailer Works in 2016 , resulting in the creation of ATW . By unifying the two largest brands in the industrial trailer segment , ATW aimed to leverage engineering competency and supply chain scale to serve the largest dealer networks in the business . Further acquisitions followed to continue to strengthen our position . Today , we operate as two separate business units : Consumer Grade and Truck Equipment , encompassing CM Truck , Dakota Bodies , and RC Trailers ,
This ultimately comes down to providing a high-quality trailer at the right price and being a preferred partner to serve their needs and the Pro-Grade side , consisting of PJ Trailers , Big Tex Trailers , and BWise Trailers . Our central procurement group manages procurement strategies across the company , while supply chain planning , manufacturing , and engineering are streamlined through the business unit operations teams ,” he enlightens .
Jason reflects on what impact the pandemic had on the trailer industry : “ Despite initial uncertainty caused by Covid ,
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