Hendrickson gets an automatic lift in Canada

Hendrickson
Available as an option on new Hendrickson trailer suspension systems or through the aftermarket network for retrofitting, Hendrickson’s new Automatic Lift Axle Control electronically triggers the axle lift mechanism when the trailer travels rearward and starts the axle dropping with forward movement.

Compatible with any lift mechanism equipped with an electro-pneumatic control, the system specifically addresses new Canadian control requirements for liftable/steerable axles. The unit operates without driver intervention and without controls in the cab — fully automating the control of the lift axle.

A wheel-end sensor reads the ABS tone ring triggering after three feet of rearward travel to activate the lift mechanism, while eighty feet of forward travel automatically keys the lowering of the axle.

The Automatic Lift Axle Control Kit (EKAD0001) includes direction sensor, electronic control unit and wiring harness. A kit incorporating a back-up alarm is also available. As stand-alone trailer system, the easy-to-install control requires no communication with the tractor and features a compact, modular design, the company says.