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If you own a trailer, especially one used for transporting heavy equipment, navigating rugged job sites, or making repeated trips in harsh weather, you know just how much abuse the trailer deck takes. Rain, rust, shifting loads, corrosive salt, and extreme temperature swings are a lot for any surface to handle. So, what’s the best way to keep your trailer floor protected and performing at its best? At Air-tow, we believe the answer is simple: a high-performance spray-on bedliner. That’s why we offer Skid-X, a specially engineered polyurea-based elastomer coating designed to extend the life of your trailer deck, enhance safety, and provide unbeatable protection.

Let’s break down why a spray-on bedliner like Skid-X is a wise investment for your trailer.

What is a Spray-On Bedliner?

A spray-on bedliner is a seamless, durable coating that’s applied directly to a surface. Unlike mats or drop-in liners, spray-on coatings bond directly to the metal, creating a permanent, airtight seal that molds to every corner, contour, and edge of your trailer’s floor.

Air-tow’s Skid-X isn’t just any liner, it’s a polyurea-based protective coating formulated to be tough, long-lasting, and resistant to nature’s harshest elements. It forms an impenetrable shield between your trailer deck and threats like:

• High humidity and moisture
• Saltwater and road chemicals
• Freezing cold and scorching heat
• Heavy, shifting cargo
• Long-term wear and corrosion

Why Polyurea?

While some spray-on bedliners use polyurethane, we chose polyurea for Skid-X because of its superior toughness and fast-curing capabilities. Polyurea is a material known for its extreme resistance to abrasion, chemicals, and environmental damage. It cures in seconds, bonds instantly to the trailer’s surface, and holds up under the heaviest use.

Here’s what makes polyurea the go-to choice for trailer protection:

Benefits of Polyurea in Skid-X:

• Rapid curing: Fully dries and bonds in seconds, minimizing downtime
• Chemical resistance: Fights back against salt, fuel, oil, and road grime
• Extreme durability: Handles high traffic and heavy loads without cracking or peeling
• Weatherproof: Resists UV rays, water intrusion, and extreme temperatures
• Non-slip texture: Enhances safety with improved traction for walking or loading

Why We Recommend Skid-X for Air-tow Trailers

We designed Skid-X with our trailers in mind. Whether you’re hauling scissor lifts, sweepers, pavement rollers, or palletized freight, your trailer deck is constantly exposed to harsh impacts, friction, and environmental hazards.

That’s why Skid-X isn’t just cosmetic, it’s a performance-enhancing barrier that improves safety and longevity across the board.

Here’s what Skid-X does for your Air-tow trailer:

• Protects the deck from gouges, corrosion, and wear
• Improves safety with a non-slip surface that reduces the risk of falls or shifting cargo
• Extends trailer life, helping your investment go the distance
• Minimizes maintenance, making clean-up and upkeep faster and easier

How Do You Know If a Spray-On Bedliner Is Right for You?

Still on the fence? Here are a few questions to help you decide if adding Skid-X to your Air-tow trailer is the right move:

1. Do you regularly haul heavy, abrasive, or wet equipment?

If your trailer deck sees constant abuse from tools, machinery, or weather, a bedliner can stop damage before it starts.

2. Do you operate in coastal, humid, or snowy regions?

Salt, moisture, and temperature swings can accelerate rust and corrosion. Skid-X acts as a shield against those conditions.

3. Do you want to enhance trailer safety?

Skid-X’s textured, slip-resistant surface gives both people and cargo more grip, especially during loading or wet weather.

4. Are you looking to protect your investment long-term?

A small upfront investment in Skid-X can save you money in the long run by preventing costly damage and reducing downtime.

Choose Skid-X for Your Next Air-tow

At Air-tow, we’re proud to offer trailers that make your job easier, safer, and more efficient, and Skid-X is an extension of that promise. With its non-slip, polyurea-based formula, Skid-X transforms your trailer bed into a rugged, weatherproof work surface designed to withstand the test of time.

Want even more durability and protection built right in? Skid-X is available as an upgrade on all new Air-tow Trailers. It’s the perfect way to add long-lasting value, safety, and performance right from the start. When you’re ready to order your next trailer, just ask your dealer about adding Skid-X or contact us.