DCI Body Series
When it comes to transporting temperature-sensitive goods, the right vehicle upfit is critical. Whether you’re delivering fresh produce, pharmaceuticals, or frozen foods, your fleet needs to maintain strict temperature control to ensure product quality and safety. That’s where the DCI Body Series Temperature-Controlled Truck Bodies come in — offering a versatile and reliable solution for businesses that require flexible temperature management.
The DCI Body Series truck bodies are designed to meet the demands of modern logistics, providing compatibility with a range of chassis and versatile temperature control options. These upfits are particularly well-suited for use with heavy-duty pickup trucks and cutaway van chassis, making them an ideal choice for businesses in industries ranging from food service and pharmaceuticals to cold chain logistics.
Let’s take a closer look at what makes the DCI Body Series so innovative and how these temperature-controlled truck bodies can enhance your fleet’s performance.
Built for Flexibility: Compatible with Heavy-Duty Pickups and Cutaway Van Chassis
One of the standout features of the DCI Body Series is its ability to fit seamlessly onto a wide variety of heavy-duty pickup chassis and cutaway van chassis. This compatibility gives fleet managers and business owners the flexibility to choose the best chassis for their operational needs without being limited by vehicle specifications.
The DCI Body Series is engineered to integrate with popular chassis models, including those from Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, and Mercedes-Benz, ensuring that the upfit is both cost-effective and efficient. Whether you’re looking for a traditional pickup-style configuration or a cutaway van design for additional cargo space, the DCI Body Series offers the versatility you need.
Temperature-Controlled Options for Every Need
From frozen to refrigerated to heated deliveries, the DCI Body Series truck bodies offer a wide range of temperature-controlled upfit options. This makes them ideal for businesses that handle a variety of goods requiring different temperature environments during transit.
- Frozen Upfit
For transporting frozen foods or other temperature-sensitive products that must remain at sub-zero temperatures, the DCI Body Series offers highly effective freezer compartments that can maintain temperatures well below freezing, even in extreme weather conditions. These refrigerated truck bodies are equipped with powerful refrigeration systems that ensure your products stay frozen and safe throughout the journey. - Refrigerated Upfit
If your business deals with fresh produce, dairy, meats, or other perishable items, the refrigerated upfit provides a consistent, reliable cold chain solution. The DCI Body Series allows you to maintain temperatures in the ideal range, typically between 34°F and 38°F, to preserve the freshness and safety of temperature-sensitive goods. - Heated Upfit
Not all temperature-controlled transportation needs are about keeping things cold. The heated upfit option is perfect for transporting goods that need to stay warm during transit. This is ideal for industries like catering, medical transport (such as certain types of blood plasma or vaccines), or even mail delivery that requires a specific temperature to maintain product integrity. - Multi-Temperature Upfit
For businesses that need to transport multiple types of temperature-sensitive goods simultaneously, the multi-temperature upfit is a game-changer. This system divides the truck body into distinct zones, each capable of maintaining a different temperature. This allows you to carry frozen, refrigerated, and ambient-temperature goods all in one vehicle — a massive advantage for businesses that require this kind of versatility. - Meal Delivery
The Body Series is without a doubt the go to vehicle for last mile food delivery programs across the nation. Custom shelving along with pass thru doors give you versatility and ease to complete those meal delivery routes. - Durable and Efficient Design
DCI’s fiberglass construction ensures that the Body Series bodies are both durable and lightweight, reducing the overall weight of the vehicle to improve fuel efficiency without sacrificing strength. The fiberglass panels are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, ensuring that your temperature-sensitive goods are protected from the elements no matter the environment.
The high-density foam insulation between the fiberglass panels plays a key role in maintaining a consistent internal temperature, regardless of external weather fluctuations. This insulation is designed to be both efficient and long-lasting, providing superior thermal protection to keep your products at the right temperature.
Additionally, the ease of maintenance of DCI’s upfit solutions ensures that your trucks stay on the road longer and your operation remains cost-effective. With low-maintenance materials and design features that minimize wear and tear, the DCI Body Series helps reduce downtime and increases the longevity of your investment.
Enhanced Safety and Compliance
In today’s highly regulated transportation environment, compliance with temperature-control requirements is non-negotiable. The DCI Body Series upfits meet or exceed Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards for transporting perishable goods, as well as compliance with the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations.
The bodies are equipped with temperature monitoring systems that provide real-time data on the temperature inside the cargo area, which can be easily accessed by fleet managers to ensure compliance. Many models also feature automated temperature logging for detailed reporting, which can be invaluable for audits or compliance checks.
A Smart Investment for the Future
Whether you’re running a fleet for a food distributor, a pharmaceutical company, or a logistics provider, the DCI Body Series Temperature-Controlled Truck Bodies offer a smart, long-term solution that adapts to your business needs. By providing flexible temperature options, strong insulation, and durable construction, these truck bodies are built to meet the demands of modern delivery services.
With the ability to accommodate various temperature zones in a single truck, along with compatibility with a range of chassis, the DCI Body Series makes it easy for businesses to scale their operations and optimize their fleets for efficiency. This means reduced operating costs, fewer repairs, and greater reliability, making it a worthwhile investment for companies looking to streamline their logistics and expand their customer base.
The DCI Body Series Temperature-Controlled Truck Bodies are a top-tier solution for businesses in need of a flexible, reliable, and durable upfit. With the capability to handle frozen, refrigerated, heated, and multi-temperature shipments, these truck bodies are designed to meet the needs of a wide variety of industries. Their compatibility with a range of heavy-duty pickup and cutaway van chassis makes them a versatile choice, while their advanced insulation, easy maintenance, and safety features make them a smart investment for the future.
If your business requires dependable temperature-controlled transportation, the DCI Body Series offers the perfect blend of flexibility, innovation, and performance.