Spectra gets ISO certification August 1, 2014 TORONTO, (July 15, 2005) -- Brake stroke indication system maker Spectra Inc. reports that its wholly- owned subsidiary, Spectra Products Inc., has received ISO 9001:2000 certifica
Piloted Drum for Quicker Installation August 1, 2014 Gunite's dual-step piloted brake drum is said to make for easy, quick, and accurate installation.
SPX Diagnostic Tool Stands Alone August 1, 2014 From SPX Service Solutions comes the Integrated Truck Diagnostic System, a PC-based tool that should please technicians and shop supervisors because it integrates diagnostic softwa
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.
Tenneco Brakes the Noise August 1, 2014 Tenneco Automotive says the Walker NoiseBraker is a heavy-duty muffler engineered to silence engine-brake noise.
ArvinMeritor Adds Quadraulic Disc Brake August 1, 2014 ArvinMeritor has added another disc brake to its product line: the four-piston Quadraulic, designed for medium-duty trucks with 19.5- or 22.5-inch wheel sizes.
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
Tractor ABS with In-Cab Lamp August 1, 2014 Meritor WABCO's new E-Version tractor antilock braking system was developed to satisfy U.S. and Canadian federal requirements for an in-cab trailer ABS indicator lamp. Available
Donaldson EON Air Filters August 1, 2014 Donaldson's new EON air filters, to be found on Freightliner and International medium and heavy-duty trucks, are also available in the aftermarket. Their high-performance filte
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.
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
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.
Aluminum wheels for severe service August 1, 2014 Truckers hauling loads in severe applications can now get a wheel engineered with their tough job in mind.