Meritor adds low-mount models to MTA trailer suspension series
Meritor has added the MTA25 low-mount and MTA30 low-mount trailer suspensions to its Meritor Trailing-Arm Air suspension series for North American trailer operators. The units are designed as part of a fully-integrated system to optimize performance and weight, and are ideal for vocational applications like single-drop flatbed, double-drop flatbed, loggers and chip hauler trailers.
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Peterbilt adds proprietary suspension line
Peterbilt Air Leaf and Low Air Leaf suspensions are available for single or tandem rear axle configurations and have a rated capacity of up to 40,000 lbs. The Air Trac also is available in both single and tandem drive axle configurations with maximum capacity ratings of 46,000 lbs.
Hutchens rolls out new suspension hangers
Hutchens Industries’ new intermediate widespread hangers, designed for longer wheelbase applications, are fabricated versions of the company’s straddlemount and undermount cast intermediate widespread hangers.
Meritor mobile lab provides field-testing
A Meritor Vehicle Dynamics mobile laboratory, outfitted with chassis development testing equipment, is traveling throughout North America to bring testing capabilities to U.S. government and independent test sites.
AXN Heavy Duty launches MARS suspension platform
The company’s new Modular Air Ride Suspension line of lightweight air suspensions features a smooth ride, low cost of ownership, and promotes a patented “weldless” axle connection that uses formed retention grooves on the axle.
Hendrickson brings suspension training program to Pa.
Two Hendrickson Vehicle Suspension Institute sessions are set for June 19-22 in Exton, Pa. The hands-on training will cover the Primaax EX vocational truck air suspension and Haulmaax rubber block truck suspension, and suspension system performance analysis.
Western Star introduces new 4700 tractor
Featuring several fifth wheel options, the 4700 tractor provides the ideal solution for bulk haul, local delivery and construction applications, according to the truck maker. It is available in a set-forward and setback day cab configuration.
Ingersoll Axles adds suspension lineup
The Ingersoll Suspension System lineup features an optimum i-beam trailing beam design, a fully wrapped axle connection, industry standard parts and unparalleled customer support, according to Ingersoll Axles.