GOSHEN, Ind., Aug. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Lippert Components,
Inc., a subsidiary of Drew Industries Incorporated (NYSE: DW) and a
leading supplier of components for the RV industry, announced today
that it has been designated the exclusive supplier to the RV
industry of Cequent Performance Products' innovative new patent
pending Reese® "Goose Box™" adaptor for gooseneck hitches.
"The Goose Box is a great solution for fifth-wheel RV users who
prefer to use gooseneck hitches," said Jason Lippert, CEO of Lippert Components. "We
are very pleased with the results of the thorough testing of the
Goose Box, which demonstrates that it is compatible with our RV
frame. As a result, the proper installation of a Goose Box pin box
will be acceptable under our RV frame warranty."
The airbag technology used in the Goose Box reduces the stress
transferred to the RV frame. The combination of the airbag, dual
shocks and rubber bumpers used in the Goose Box provides
multi-directional shock absorption for a smoother driving
experience that RV enthusiasts will greatly appreciate.
About Lippert Components and Kinro
Lippert Components and Kinro, Inc., its sister company,
subsidiaries of Drew Industries Incorporated (NYSE: DW) supply a
broad array of components for RVs and manufactured homes, including
chassis, chassis parts, RV slide-out mechanisms, axles, upholstered
furniture, mattresses, windows, doors, and thermoformed products.
Additional information about Lippert Components and Kinro can be
found at www.LCI1.com and www.Kinro.com.
SOURCE Drew Industries Incorporated