Ridewell Suspensions approves Bendix trailer-specific air disc brakes
Ridewell Suspensions has approved the Bendix ADB22X-LT air disc brake, engineered specifically for trailers, for use with its 5- and 5.75-in. trailer axles. With up to a 23,000-lb. brake rating and a virtual absence of brake fade or degradation of stopping power, the ADB22X-LT offers a braking solution capable of meeting a wide range of
Ridewell launches air-ride single point suspension
Ridewell Suspensions has released the first model of its air-ride single point suspensions in the new RAR-254. The Ridewell Air-Ride Single Point Suspension leverages proven components of the company’s RAR-266 suspension to provide the smoothness of an air-ride suspension with the advantages of a single point, pedestal mount suspension, according to Ridewell. The RAR-254 trunnion mount
SAF-Holland introduces the CBX40 AeroBeam sliding air suspension system
SAF-Holland has introduced the new CBX40 AeroBeam sliding tandem axle air suspension. Designed for greater fleet efficiency, the SAF CBX40 AeroBeam Slider Suspension has a base weight of 1,267 lbs., 85 lbs. lighter overall than the previous generation CBX40 and 27 lbs. lighter than the nearest competitive slider suspension, the company said. Per Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Phase 2 legislation, the
Integrated solutions to maximize axle, suspension optimization
Axle and suspension components for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles need to meet multiple purposes and requirements for varied fleet activity. Flexibility is needed to accommodate this, and the result is that a vast number of possible configurations have evolved to suit specific needs. Flexibility is a good thing, but one downside is that individual systems
OTC adds two new tools for underhood and suspension service
OTC has announced two new tools to assist technicians in expediting the removal and replacement process of tie rods, ball joints and retaining clips. The 2497 three-piece push pin/body clip pliers set and the expanded capacity 7503HD tie rod and ball joint remover are both now available in North America. The OTC 2497 three-piece push
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
Weighing in on trailer spring suspension TCO
Increased payload and trailer uptime are prime factors in determining the total cost of ownership (TCO) calculation when considering a suspension system. Tried and true spring suspensions have been serving trailers well years and for good reason: The initial lower acquisition and maintenance costs of yesteryear are now married to continued improvement in mechanical spring
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
Ridewell introduces RAR-251 stub axle air ride suspension
Ridewell Suspensions has expanded its air ride suspension line with an integrated stub axle suspension system for heavy haul applications. The RAR-251 Stub Axle Air Ride Suspension contains two beam assemblies that can be integrated with a 32-in. track Ridewell axle configured with WABCO PAN 19 disc brake assemblies. “The unique pivot design and excellent
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
