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
Get your efficiency bearings
When considering axles that boost your efficiency, you’d likely want to extend those efficiency gains out to your wheel end through the spec’ing of high-efficiency bearings for that extra fraction of fuel efficiency gain. While a fraction of a percentage might not seem like a lot for one truck, spread it out across your entire
Volvo Trucks’ North American dealer network surpasses 100 Certified Uptime Centers
Volvo Trucks’ North American dealer network now consists of more than 100 Certified Uptime Centers. To qualify as a Volvo Certified Uptime Center, a dealer location must be fully proficient in 28 key categories related to efficient service and repair, according to Volvo. They range from consistent use of proven diagnostic tools to workshop organization, as
Detroit Connect makes over-the-air Remote Updates available for the new Freightliner Cascadia
Detroit Connect Remote Updates are now available for the new Freightliner Cascadia spec’d with Detroit engines. With Remote Updates, fleets can now make over-the-air engine parameter changes on one or more trucks and download Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC) reports without having to physically touch the vehicle. “Our goal is to help trucks stay on
Mahle releases three new products in FluidPro line
Mahle Service Solutions has announced the release of three new products in its FluidPro line. The FluidPro VOX-14HD Oil Exchange System (seen above) uses air to purge used oil from the vehicle’s filter and oil passages while the oil pan is evacuated and replaced with clean oil. The machine makes the oil change process virtually
Peterbilt unveils its Model 579 UltraLoft improving driver comfort, fuel efficiency
Peterbilt Motors Co. introduced the new Model 579 UltraLoft—a new integral cab and sleeper design for Peterbilt’s on-highway Model 579. The driver experience was the key factor in designing the new UltraLoft, the manufacturer noted. By optimizing the space available, the new sleeper model includes a massive amount of storage and Peterbilt line-up leading comfort. The
Core Building Materials addresses increasing construction, trucking issues with sound operations and management practices
“We’re in both the trucking and construction businesses,” says Len Cicciarelli, who heads up operations and management for Core Building Materials. “In several ways, it’s becoming more challenging for us. We’re not a logistics company, but we are dealing with many of the same issues as trucking companies, including an increasing amount of regulation.” A
The heavy-duty aftermarket is not an afterthought
Sky-high shipping expectations, on-time product delivery, ever-changing logistics demands and evolving technology-infused solutions are all challenges that face the heavy-duty aftermarket. Let’s face it: People bring their personal online shopping experiences into the office, demanding free two-day shipping and superior customer service. It’s no wonder that aftermarket providers have been inspired by Amazon’s focus on
Lord Corp. introduces fast-cure urethane adhesives
Lord Corp., a manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, has introduced a new fast-cure, low exotherm, urethane family of adhesives designed to speed up work truck manufacturing processes. Used for heavy-duty truck, service bodies, vehicle accessories, recreational vehicles, marine and trailer manufacturing, the Lord 7800 Fast-Cure Urethane Adhesive bonds engineering thermoplastics, painted and E-coated metals and composites.
Permatex introduces Seal+Lock Thread Compound
Permatex has introduced the Seal+Lock Thread Compound, a new product that combines the sealing capabilities of a thread sealant with the holding power of a blue, medium-strength threadlocker. Permatex says that this compound was developed to solve a nagging problem with sealed connections and threaded fittings, in response to customer requests and extensive field research. Permatex
