Stemco now markets the “BrakeTurbine August 1, 2014 Stemco now markets the "BrakeTurbine," a patented, louvered turbine wheel that fits inside a heavy-truck brake drum.
Webb: Long-Life, Lightweight Drum August 1, 2014 The patent-pending Platinum Series brake drum from Webb Wheel Products uses a new material that's a blend of Webb's work with compacted graphite iron and technology devised by Waup
ADB 225 air disc brake from Bendix August 1, 2014 Bendix says its ADB 225 air disc brake reduces stopping distances by up to 39% over today's stopping distance regulations.
Splined Rotor a Snap, Bendix Says August 1, 2014 Bendix says its new Splined Rotor reduces disc-brake rotor maintenance time by 80% since it eliminates the need to remove the caliper, carrier, axle shaft, bearing, and hub. It t
MGM Rolls Out Electronic Stroke Indicator August 1, 2014 MGM Brakes has introduced a new onboard electronic system which promises to make brake adjustment checks a breeze.
Air Brake Indicator is For Sure August 1, 2014 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems says it has a solution to air brake problems, which is the number one cause of out-of service orders. The SureStroke Indicator is a visual-gauge
New Pig protects drums August 1, 2014 New Pig Corporation introduced the Single Drum Roll, a Top Hardcover Containment Unit to provide protected indoor or outdoor containment of drums with a pump or funnel in place. Th
A Clearer Signal Between Tractor & Trailer August 1, 2014 As an attempted solution to the challenge of new ABS fault light requirements, when the PLC signal started generating interference with other electrical equipment in the tractor, P
Soft On Hands While You Do Brakes August 1, 2014 Permatex Canada Inc. is introducing a new hand cleaner for the heavy-duty mechanic who just loves his hands feeling soft. Fast Orange Dry Skin Formula-with natural citrus and polym
Grey Rock friction material from Haldex August 1, 2014 Haldex Brake Systems has introduced a friction material the company says was specifically developed with fleets in mind. Grey-Rock GF2008-1 is designed for 20K GAWR applications, w
Brake Pro goes by the book August 1, 2014 Brake Pro has introduced a new product brochure that provides comprehensive information on its new CMT-24-cubed brake block.
New brake wear indicator from Spectra August 1, 2014 Toronto's Spectra Inc. has developed a new brake-wear indicator for air-brake equipped trucks, trailers, buses, motor coaches, and off-road equipment.
Brake block features transfer-film technology August 1, 2014 Brake Pro has a new brake block formula for transit and severe-service applications.
New lightweight wheel hubs from ArvinMeritor August 1, 2014 ArvinMeritor's new lightweight, yet more durable, wheel hubs will provide reduced component weight and allow for increased truck payload.
New low maintenance hub line from Gunite August 1, 2014 4/24/02 -- Gunite Corporation has recently announced plans offer a complete line of high performance/low maintenance hubs available with either the DANA Spicer LMS Hub System or th