The inside scoop on spec’ing axles and brake ratings
For optimum performance and safety, brakes and suspensions need to be a match and work well together. So what do fleets need to know? Fleet Equipment asked major suppliers to provide the inside information.
Weighing in on trailer spring suspension TCO
Increased payload and trailer uptime are prime factors in determining the total cost of ownership (TCO) calculation when considering a suspension system. Tried and true spring suspensions have been serving trailers well years and for good reason: The initial lower acquisition and maintenance costs of yesteryear are now married to continued improvement in mechanical spring
How weight reduction impacts trailer suspension systems
When discussing suspensions, especially trailer suspensions, weight reduction is a big talking point. In the lighter weight dichotomy between fuel savings and increase payload potential, Russ Brazeal, PE, vice president of engineering for Hutchens Industries, manufacturer of mechanical trailer suspensions, sees both ends of the benefits. “If you can save even 10 lbs. and keep
Riding on air
Air suspensions provide a better ride, protect cargo
Corrosion Costs & Control
While some fleets are simply accepting that corrosion will prevent them from getting the full design life out of components; others are actively taking steps to minimize costs associated with corrosion
Spring Time Spec suspension for trouble-free performance
Sure, today’s heavy-duty suspension systems are fairly trouble free. But, any suspension system, whether on a truck, tractor, dolly or trailer, is going to give you trouble if you try using it outside its design parameters or simply ignore routine maintenance.