LAFAYETTE, IN--(MARKET WIRE)--Oct 7, 2008 -- Wabash National Corporation (WNC - News) today announced that its DuraPlate Products Group has launched a website specifically focused on DuraPlate composite panels. Located at www.duraplateproducts.com the website illustrates the innovative solutions that DuraPlate composite panels can provide.

The website features information on the innovative structural DuraPlate composite material, as well as application solutions and technical data. The DuraPlate Products Group was formed to expand the use of DuraPlate composite panels, already a proven product in the semi-trailer market for over 12 years, into new product and market applications.

"This website is another step in reaching new customers for our newly formed business group," said Jamie Scarcelli, vice president and general manager of the DuraPlate Products Group. "As we continue to develop and expand into new markets, we will be adding more information, new features, and functionality to the website. DuraPlate is an exciting composite material that has unlimited applications. Our intent is to ensure its capabilities are appreciated and fully utilized."

About Wabash National

Headquartered in Lafayette, Ind., Wabash National® Corporation (WNC - News) is one of the leading manufacturers of semi trailers in North America. Established in 1985, the company specializes in the design and production of dry freight vans, refrigerated vans, flatbed trailers, drop deck trailers, dump trailers, truck bodies and intermodal equipment. Its innovative core products are sold under the DuraPlate®, ArcticLite®, Eagle® and Benson(TM) brand names. The company operates two wholly-owned subsidiaries: Transcraft® Corporation, a manufacturer of flatbed, drop deck and dump trailers and truck bodies; and Wabash National Trailer Centers, trailer service centers and retail distributors of new and used trailers and aftermarket parts throughout the U.S.

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