Peterson Presents an All-New Generation of Its 36-

GRANDVIEW, Mo., March 09, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Peterson has combined the classic look of its original 36-diode Piranha ^® LED lights with state-of-the-art circuitry and automated manufacturing to create an exciting new-generation line of USA-made lighting: the 817R-36 Stop/Turn/Tail light and the 817A-36 Park/Turn light. The new models offer the best of old and new –– Peterson’s best-selling 4" round styling and the rugged durability of its most modern lighting technology.

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“These newly redesigned lights offer something for everyone,” said Peterson marketing director, Mark Assenmacher. “Customers can now choose the classic look and owner-operator appeal of Peterson’s traditional 36-diode LED light while still getting all of our latest features: integrated AMP connector, insert-molded terminals for the ultimate environmental seal, and the most efficient surface-mount diodes available.”

The new 4" round models are available as both red-lensed S/T/T lights and amber-lensed Park/Turn signal lights. Thirty-six of the latest bright white diodes provide brilliant illumination with proven LED reliability. Both models feature an operating range of 9-16 volts, with a design that provides consistent light output over the entire voltage range.

Available in either grommet- or flange-mount design, the new lights do not require “Top” positioning to meet FMVSS 108 standards. The amber version meets DOT requirements for front and rear turn signal, parking lamp, sidemarker and clearance light.

“We’re proud to add these new items to our growing USA-made line,” said Assenmacher. “They’re now in stock and priced to compete with any LED high-count light on the market.”

Peterson Manufacturing Company is a world-leading innovator in the engineering and production of a complete line of vehicle safety lighting, custom wiring harnesses, and many other safety-related products. As an ISO 9001 certified company, Peterson Manufacturing is a key subsidiary of Peterson Corporation, nine highly specialized companies and nearly 1,000 associates working in global transportation-related industries. With headquarters in the greater Kansas City area, Peterson Manufacturing is a privately held company and has been in operation since 1945.

For more information, contact: Mark Assenmacher, Director of Marketing Peterson Mfg. Co. 4200 East 135th Street Grandview, MO 64030 Phone: 816-765-2000 FAX: 816-761-6693 E-mail: massenmacher@pmlights.com www.pmlights.com Darrin Widick, MBA Widick Marketing, Inc. 104 West 9th Street Suite 100 Kansas City, MO 64105 Phone: 816-753-2420 www.group3solutions.com