SAF-Holland leverages global technology

SAF-Holland leverages global technology

The company's focus on creating lighter-weight, better performing, value-oriented products and systems can be seen throughout the 2011 line-up, which includes everything from a new and innovative trailer suspension beam construction to new suspension systems, as well as a new landing gear line-up and new fifth wheel offering.

SAF-Holland said it has leveraged its global technology and engineering expertise to meet a range of industry demands and applications in 2011. The company’s focus on creating lighter-weight, better performing, value-oriented products and systems can be seen throughout the 2011 line-up, which includes everything from a new and innovative trailer suspension beam construction to new suspension systems, as well as a new landing gear line-up and new fifth wheel offering. The company also has realigned its landing gear portfolio in 2011 with the launch of the Atlas 55, Atlas 65 and Classic Series.

Models feature a three-gear Constant Mesh gearbox, as well as an exclusive FloatingNut and Twin-Bulkhead design.
Holland FW16 LowLube—combines the lightweight precision casting of the FW17 with SAF-Holland LowLube green technology to completely eliminate the use of grease on the top plate, which helps keep the environment, shops and drivers free of harmful grease chemicals while saving on steer tire wear.

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