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Hendrickson offers new QUAANTUM FX trailer suspension system

Hendrickson said it took the next step in suspension system integration with the introduction of QUAANTUM FX complete with HNP or HUS long-life wheel ends.  Featuring hubcap-to-hubcap, limited warranties of five and seven years, the new QUAANTUM FX for vocational trailer applications melds suspension components including extended-service brakes and wheel ends, air springs and shock absorbers, to work as part of a cohesive, long-life unit.

FCCC to unveil hybrid walk-in van chassis

The hybrid engine technology developed and introduced by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC), Eaton and Detroit Diesel will be on display at two of the trucking industry’s largest shows in early 2007.

Holland introduces new pintle hook

The Holland Group Inc. announced the launch of the PH-30RP41 pintle hook. It replaces Holland’s PH-30 and PH-T-60-AOL-8 models and incorporates the latest technologies from the leader in coupling technology.

Hendrickson offers new hub/spindle design

Hendrickson unveiled new wheel-end systems including the first new trailer hub/spindle design in more than 40 years — the HNP hub and P90 spindle.

Hendrickson extends warranty on Steertek axle

 Hendrickson announced the extension of the limited warranty on the Steertek truck and tractor steer axle to five years or 750,000 miles.

Holland introduces fifth wheel slider system

The Holland Group Inc. announced the release of its Integrated Low-Weight Slider (ILS) system, designed to reduce the weight of traditional fifth wheel/slider combos by up to 27 percent (151 pounds).

The Holland Group introduces air suspension/axle system

The Holland Group announced the introduction of its CB2300 Trailer Air Suspension/Axle System, a 23,000-pound capacity offering for the fixed frame specialty trailer market. 

Steer axle family designed for fire, rescue market

Dana Corp.’s Commercial Vehicle Systems group introduced a new steer axle family designed to better meet the needs of fire and rescue vehicle manufacturers.

Spring Time Spec suspension for trouble-free performance

Sure, today’s heavy-duty suspension systems are fairly trouble free. But, any suspension system, whether on a truck, tractor, dolly or trailer, is going to give you trouble if you try using it outside its design parameters or simply ignore routine maintenance.

Monroe offers Gas-Magnum shock absorbers

Monroe Gas-Magnum 60 shock absorbers feature a gas charge for faster response and a stable, comfortable ride, according to Tenneco Inc., the manufacturer and marketer of the product.

Hendrickson expands Composilite family

Hendrickson recently expanded its Composilite family with the emergence of Composilite FBC, a self-steering auxiliary lift axle in capacities up to 10,000 pounds.