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The STAHL blog features service truck safety tips, product updates, distributor resources, and industry insights for field service technicians and work truck professionals. Stay informed on best practices, compliance updates, and new innovations in utility truck equipment.
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Why Galvanneal Steel Matters for Service Truck Bodies
A service truck body takes a beating over its lifetime. Rain, snow, road salt, mud, jobsite debris, and everyday wear puts its materials and finish to the test. That's why construction material should be one of your chief considerations when purchasing a new service...
Beyond the Specs: How to Choose a Truck Body Manufacturer
Product specifications, features, and price are all important when selecting a service truck body, but they only tell part of the story. The truck body manufacturer you choose can also affect how quickly a truck is upfitted and put into service, how well the body...
Fleet Standardization for Better Service Truck Performance
Why Consistency Matters When Managing a Large Service Truck Fleet Managing a large service truck fleet rarely starts with a long-term strategy. More often, fleets are built one decision at a time. A truck needs to be replaced quickly. A new job requires a different...
ENGINEERING BULLETIN: Adapter Plug Update for RAM Box Removal Trucks
STAHL has updated Adapter Plug P/N 238867 for certain 2019-2024 RAM 2500/3500 box removal applications (37" CA and 56" CA). The previous version of the adapter included a signal converter that eliminated the need to reprogram the truck after installation. Because that...
Service Body Maintenance Tips to Extend Lifespan and Reduce Downtime
A service body is not just another piece of equipment. It is a long-term asset that supports daily operations, protects valuable tools, and keeps crews productive. Like any asset, it requires consistent care to perform at its best. Without regular service body...
Inside the New Challenger Pro
The all-new Challenger Pro represents the next generation of STAHL Challenger open service bodies. Building on a decades-long legacy of durability and value, we engineered the Challenger Pro to offer even better performance on modern work sites, with upgraded features...
ENGINEERING BULLETIN: Hitch Guidance for CST Service Bodies
Updated Recommendations for GM, Ford, and RAM Pickup Applications At STAHL, we understand how important it is to spec the right hitch for each service body application. With increasing demand for GM truck upfits, we’re sharing important updates on hitch...
ENGINEERING BULLETIN: Strobe & Amber Light Function Now Available
We’re always working to enhance the durability and functionality of STAHL truck bodies, and our latest upgrade delivers on both. Starting July 1, 2025, all STAHL service bodies now come standard with integrated strobe and amber light capabilities in the rear...
Why Your Work Truck Chassis Spec Matters More Than Ever
4 Reasons Your Work Truck Chassis Spec Matters More Than Ever When it comes to upfitting a work truck, the chassis your customer brings you is just as important as the body you’re installing. As truck manufacturers continue to integrate more advanced safety and...