Hendrickson introduces Traxx Rod torque rods
Hendrickson announced the release of its Traxx Rod line of vocational torque rods. According to the company, the Traxx Rod achieves up to three times the life of a conventional forged or cast torque rod, and sets a new benchmark for vocational torque rods in weight and bushing walk-out performance. Traxx Rod bushings and rod bodies
Hendrickson highlights its latest axle, suspension and wheel end systems
Hendrickson highlights its latest axle, suspension and wheel end systems at the 2017 Mid-America Trucking Show. The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is the largest annual heavy-duty trucking event in the world. Founded in 1972, MATS is the longest running must-see event for the trucking industry attracting over 75,000 attendees from all across the United States
Hendrickson unveils online education portal for customer training
Hendrickson has introduced the Hendrickson Academy, an interactive online education portal that provides video-based maintenance and repair procedures for many of Hendrickson’s suspensions and components. “Hendrickson’s educational portal is user friendly and is designed with service technicians in mind. Fleets have been asking for online educational tools, and we are happy to be able to provide
Hendrickson revamps Tiremaax Pro ROI calculator
Hendrickson Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems revamps its Tiremaax Pro return-on-investment (ROI) calculator with a new look. The enhanced ROI calculator is designed to provide a user-friendly interface for determining the potential savings a fleet could achieve by spec’ing Tiremaax Pro, an advanced tire pressure control system. With Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Phase 2 regulations taking effect
East Manufacturing offers Hendrickson MAXX22T as air disc brake package option
East Manufacturing has announced that the Hendrickson MAXX22T trailer air disc brake with Dura-Light hub will be offered as the preferred air disc brake package option on East trailers. The MAXX22T with Dura-Light hub will be the preferred ADB option but additional brands are available. According to the company, MAXX22T features include the lightweight Dura-Light hub with a premium
Hendrickson Softek NXT suspension now available on Peterbilt 579, 567
Peterbilt Motors Co. has announced the availability of the Hendrickson Softek NXT integrated monoleaf suspension and steer axle system for the Model 579 and the Model 567 with set forward axles. The next generation integrated steer system saves more than 100 lbs. compared to traditional two-leaf spring and I-beam axle systems, benefiting fuel-conscious applications such as tankers and
Webb brake adjusters now standard on Fontaine trailers with Hendrickson axles, suspensions
Webb Brake Adjusters announced that its self-setting automatic brake adjusters will come as standard equipment on all Fontaine platform and heavy-duty trailers equipped with Hendrickson axles and suspensions. “This release from Hendrickson is another step in our penetration of the heavy duty trucking industry. We are very pleased with the results of the testing and look
Kenworth T880 adds Hendrickson Ultimaax severe-duty suspension
The vocational Kenworth T880 is now available for order with the Hendrickson Ultimaax advanced severe-duty rubber suspension. The Ultimaax suspension offers a balance of empty ride quality and loaded stability for driver comfort, while also cushioning the load and protecting the chassis, cargo and body equipment from excessive vibration and road shock due to potholes and rugged
Hendrickson expands bumper offering for International ProStar
Hendrickson Bumper and Trim has announced an expanded offering of the All Makes Aero Clad stainless steel clad aluminum bumper for International ProStar. This latest offering is designed to replace three-piece plastic bumpers equipped on trucks built Feb. 2015 and later with new fixed mount bumper brackets; the ProStar Aero Clad bumper has been tested and proven
WABCO to provide advanced air disc brake to Hendrickson
WABCO announced it has signed a long-term supply agreement with Hendrickson Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems to provide an advanced air disc brake (ADB) system for trailers in North America. As part of the agreement, WABCO will launch its MAXX22T in North America, the most optimized ADB system for trailer applications in the region. The new
