A visit to the Crimson Aerial facility in Ephrata, PA two weeks ago found three units in various stages of the production process. One was going to be shipped to the company’s facility in South Dakota for the mounting of the body, another was a few days behind the first, and the third chassis had not yet had the aerial mounted. By now they should all be in South Dakota.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

One of Chicago's aerials at the Crimson facility in Ephrata, PA with the aerial mounted is ready to travel to South Dakota for the body installation.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

The rear view shows the completed aerial assembly.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

The frame rails extend beyond the torque box to accommodate the body.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

Directly behind the cab is the front set of stabilizer jacks.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

The rear jacks are beneath the turntable.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

Two sections of a ladder for another truck have been assembled in the shop.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

Closeup of the mid-section tip prior to the addition of the fly-section.

Chicago Crimson aerial in production

The torque box is being mounted to this chassis as the ladder is completed elsewhere in the plant.