How to identify and repair an issue with a spring suspension
Durability is one of trailer spring suspensions’ claims to fame, with spring suspensions often outlasting the life of the trailer. That’s not to say it’s a “spec it and forget it” component. On the contrary, according to Collin Parker, engineering project manager for Hutchens Industries, the number one reason for premature spring suspension failures is
How GHG regulations are impacting suspensions
Engines are the most obvious truck part that is affected by the GHG regulations, but suspensions aren’t far behind. The designs of suspensions made in the last few years are noticeably being modified to accommodate fleets’ continued desire to cut their trucks’ weight. “Since a suspension doesn’t rotate 360 degrees (no frictional or rolling resistance
SAF-Holland introduces the Neway LSZ20K auxiliary steerable lift axle suspension system
SAF-Holland introduced its large-capacity 20K Neway LSZ auxiliary steerable lift axle suspension system at the North American Commercial Vehicle show. With an 18.3-in. package size, the LSZ’s design is up to 8 in. shorter than comparable lift axles, allowing more flexibility and providing extra frame rail space for additional equipment, SAF-Holland explained. Additionally, the LSZ
Right Weigh introduces Exterior Digital Load Scale for spring suspensions
Right Weigh has released an Exterior Digital Load Scale designed for spring suspension systems. This scale is designed to measure the on-the-ground weight of spring suspension trailers with single, tandem or tri-axle configurations. The spring suspension sensor measures the strain in the axle from the load weight, which is then converted to pounds or kilograms
OTC introduces Hendrickson front and rear suspension bushing adapter kits
OTC has introduced new bushing adapter kits for Hendrickson front and rear suspensions in heavy-duty applications. The OTC 4250 Front Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit and 4254 Rear Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit are now available for select Hendrickson suspensions. The 4250 Front Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit (pictured above) aids in the removal and installation process for
OTC introduces Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set
OTC has announced the new Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set to assist technicians when replacing front suspension bushings in heavy-duty applications. The 4274 Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set and 4275 Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Master Tool Set with hydraulic pump are now available in North America. The Hendrickson Front Suspension Bushing Tool Set
Gabriel releases suspension test mobile app
Gabriel Ride Control, LLC has released the Gabriel Ride Control LLC – Suspension Test mobile app for iOS and Android, which allows users to check a vehicle’s suspension from their smartphone. After downloading the app from the iTunes store, users add their vehicle by selecting the year, make, model and style from a dropdown menu and add
The ups and downs of air spring, leaf spring truck suspensions
Every truck suspension option comes with its own unique performance trade-offs. The best choice requires an understanding of how the trade-offs match up to your application requirements. The right suspension can maintain a tractor-trailer’s road handling and ride quality, and helps minimize the amount of jarring (bumps, vibrations) for improved load-carrying ability. This protects both
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
SAF-Holland introduces SAF CBX23 AeroBeam fixed frame air suspension system
SAF-Holland introduced the next model in its lightweight SAF CBX AeroBeam series, the CBX23 AeroBeam fixed frame air suspension. The SAF CBX23 AeroBeam fixed frame suspension has a base weight of 465 lbs., 45 lbs. lighter overall than the previous generation CBX23 and 25 lbs. per axle lighter then the nearest competitive fixed frame air suspension, SAF-Holland said. Per Greenhouse
