Bendix expands air disc brake manufacturing
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC plans to open a new production line at its Bowling Green, Ky., manufacturing plant in June to meet increased demand for its patented Bendix ADB22X air disc brakes. With a nearly 120% increase in demand from 2009 to 2010 and an expected additional increase of nearly 40% in 2011, the new production line will help BSFB continue to meet the needs of OEMs, fleets and owner-operators.
Hendrickson launches next generation Steertek NXT
The newest product is the next generation of the road-proven, weight saving Steertek fabricated front steer axle. It will accommodate a variety of wheel end and knuckle designs and features scalable architecture to meet a capacity range of 8,000 to 23,000 lbs. NXT saves up to 47 lbs. compared to traditional I-beam axles while combining rigid strength, outstanding maneuverability and reduced maintenance.
Peterbilt increases production on Model 587 and Model 382
The Model 587 is an EPA SmartWay certified vehicle equipped with standard front air disc brakes and a newly-designed steering geometry that offers 12% improved curb-to-curb maneuverability. The Model 382 features a cab specifically designed to meet the needs of the driver, with a sloped hood that provides optimal visibility and a technologically advanced forward-lighting system.
Safety is first and foremost
While quality service is essential to its ongoing success, nothing takes a back seat to safety at Crete Carrier Corp.
Mitsubishi Fuso unveils 2012 Canter FE/FG Series trucks
The line includes standard chassis designs for Class 3 through Class 5 – the Canter FE125, Canter FE160 and Canter FE180 – but also extends to a 7-passenger crew cab model, the Canter FE160CC, and the only 4-wheel-drive medium-duty cabover in the industry, the FG4x4.
Raybestos Rewards Program now includes free training
In addition to the free branded POS kit and automatic enrollment in the “Gimme a Reward” box top program, professional repair facilities and their technicians now receive free online training. The two current training modules coach technicians in providing business-building customer service when performing brake and chassis repair work.
Enhancing maintenance key to fleet’s operations
Electronic inspection reports are the latest tools Southeastern Freight Lines is employing to improve operations and customer service.
Eaton hybrid system to power new fuel-efficient school bus
Eaton’s hybrid electric power systems are now available for Navistar’s IC Bus brand school buses. The IC Bus CE Series hybrid electric school bus with hill start assist can provide school districts with up to a 30% improvement in fuel economy, up to 35% reduction of NOx emissions and up to 85% reduction of diesel particulates.
2011 Bendix Brake Training School for technicians
The 2011 Brake Training School offered by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems teaches maintenance professionals the description, operation and service elements for the total range of components found within foundation and air brake systems. Courses will be offered in nearly 20 cities across the U.S. and Canada.
Bendix EverSure spring brake features No Touch technology
The company said its next-generation, double-diaphragm spring brake for drum brakes offers the lightest weight in the industry while delivering best-in-class durability and performance. The new spring brake is more than two pounds lighter than competitive spring brakes, helping to offset the extra weight added to commercial vehicles by engine systems designed to meet recent emissions regulations.