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Suspension
Design & Engineering Insights: New Link Mfg. Suspension Improves Safety and Comfort for Heavy Vehicles
The new 85K Air Link Tandem Drive Chassis Suspension is designed to ensure vehicle stability and operator comfort in harsh applications.
Suspension
Hendrickson HAULMAAX EX Rubber Suspension
Suspension
Link ROI Cabmate Smart Cab Suspension Improves Ride Quality for Lonestar EV Terminal Tractors
Suspension
Hendrickson Suspensions Available on New Western Star 49X Truck
Suspension
Link Redline Performance Series Suspensions
Suspension
Hendrickson Suspension to be Utilized on Air Transportable ARFF Vehicle for U.S. Air Force
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Software
Siemens System Simulation Technology Allows Accurate Assessment of Off-Highway Equipment Designs
Simcenter Amesim provides quick simulation capabilities to evaluate interactions between components and their impact on overall machine designs.
Trends
From the Editor's Desk: Awards Season in the Heavy Equipment Industry
Recent international design award announcements shine a spotlight on engineering and innovation in the heavy-duty on- and off-highway mobile equipment industries.
Market Analysis
Increased Equipment Demand Leads to Positive First Quarter 2021
Global economic recovery has lead to an increase in heavy equipment demand and a more positive outlook for 2021.
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Suspension
Link 85K Air Link Tandem Drive Chassis Suspension
The military-grade 85K Air Link Tandem Drive Chassis Suspension features an air-over-walking-beam design and has been optimized for commercial use on select vehicle models.
Suspension
Link TR50-HDT Off-Highway Air-Ride Trailer Suspension
Link’s heavy-duty TR50-HDT gives trailer manufacturers an alternative to running 30K quads.
Suspension
Meritor Showcases its Independent Front Suspension System at ICUEE 2019
The independent front suspension system includes the suspension, a drive axle, and a transfer case.
Suspension
Link 52K Air Link Gen 3 Tandem Drive Suspension
Link’s Air Link Gen 3 Tandem Drive Suspension accommodates 315 tires with snow chains and weighs 50 lbs. less than its predecessor.
Suspension
Meritor Introduces Lighter Front Suspension for Electric Utility and Construction Industries
At ICUEE 2019, Meritor debuted a lighter variant of its independent front suspension, as well as an enhanced transfer case, both of which are purpose-built for utility and construction fleets.
Suspension
Meritor 3400 eISAS Electric Independent Suspension
Meritor's 3400 eISAS electric independent suspension is designed for use in tactical and combat vehicles.
Suspension
Electronics Make the Difference
A new cab suspension design uses electronics to make real-time adjustments for improved operator comfort.
Suspension
New Link Cab Suspension Improves Ride Quality
Suspension
Link Mfg. ROI Cabmate Semi-Active Cab Suspension
The ROI Cabmate intelligent semi-active cab suspension from Link Mfg. positively impacts safety, operator comfort, asset protection and driver retention.
Suspension
Link Manufacturing Produces Two Millionth Cabmate Suspension
The Cabmate air suspension for Class 7 and 8 trucks is used by numerous North American OEMs.
Suspension
Link 105K Triton Tri-Drive Air Suspension
The 105K Triton Tri-Drive Air Suspension is designed for use in multi-axle configurations for heavy-haul and off-highway applications.
Suspension
Link 20K Model Self-Steer Auxiliary Suspensions
At The Work Truck Show 2019, Link Mfg. will introduce the 20K model suspension which enhances the performance, strength and uptime of work trucks and heavy-duty vocational vehicles.
Suspension
Ridewell Suspensions 233-20K Truck and Trailer Suspensions
Ridewell Suspensions' 233-20K truck and trailer product line have been expanded to include availability for galvanized components, and trailer drum brake models with a new crosschannel and hanger design.
Suspension
Ridewell Expands 233-20K Truck and Trailer Product Lines
The truck and trailer product lines have expanded availability for galvanized components, and the trailer drum brake models have a new crosschannel and hanger design.
Suspension
AxleTech 5000 Series eISAS Electric Independent Suspension Concept
AxleTech manufactures a range of Independent Suspension Axle Systems from light-duty to heavy-duty high-mobility vehicles.
Suspension
Link Manufacturing Self-Steer Auxiliary Suspensions
Link Manufacturing's redesigned self-steer auxiliary suspensions feature Swift Mount technology utilizing patented interchangeable ride height brackets and integrated air kits to reduce installation time by 3-5 hours.
Suspension
Standen's Level Load Air Solutions
The Level Load from Standen’s offers a range of air management products, designed and engineered in Canada.
Suspension
AxleTech Intl. Unveils Independent Suspension System at ICUEE
AxleTech worked with Altec Industries to develop the system which features an Independent Front Suspension drive axle module for improved safety and vehicle control both on- and off-road.
Axles & Driveshafts
Meritor Announces Electric Solutions Platform for Commercial Vehicles
Meritor announced at NACV 2017 it will develop a platform of electric drive axles and suspensions for use in both on- and off-highway applications.
Suspension
Link Manufacturing President and CEO to Retire
Link Manufacturing's President and CEO Denny Michels has announced his intent to retire; Jim Huls, currently Executive Vice President and COO, has been named as his successor.
Suspension
Meritor Defense ProTec HMMWV Upgrade
Suspension
ContiTech Intelligent Air Springs
New sensor-controlled air springs enable contactless measurement of exact positions
Suspension
Ridewell RAR-254 Air-Ride Single Point Suspension
The RAR-254 air-ride single point suspension from Ridewell features a trunnion mount design and is available in ride heights as low as 10 in.
Suspension
Ridewell Adapts Bus Suspension for Agricultural Equipment Application
Ridewell Suspensions recently worked with an agricultural OEM to adapt its lightweight bus suspension for use on a self-propelled sprayer.
Engines
Tenneco Exhibiting Clean Air and Ride Performance Products at IAA Commercial Vehicles
Among the new technologies Tenneco will exhibit is the latest version of its XNOx Urea dosing system offering an expanded thermal range, its Euro VI Plus one-box aftertreatment system, as well as the 35 and 45 mm Axle Dampers.
Drivetrains
WABCO OptiRide Suspension Increasingly Adopted by Chinese Truck OEMs
WABCO reports that several major Chinese heavy-duty truck manufacturers are increasing their use of the OptiRide electronically controlled air suspension system.
Drivetrains
TII Group Debuts New Transport Technology at bauma 2016
A maintenance-free independent suspension and SPMT with continuously extendable width up to 6.40 m are among the new products TII Group introduced at bauma.
Drivetrains
Volvo Trucks Presenting New Features for Construction Trucks at bauma 2016
New features Volvo Trucks will introduce include Automatic Traction Control, and a Tandem Axle Lift for trucks transporting heavy loads in one direction and returning empty.
Engines
New Holland Introduces Updated Tier 4 Final T5 Series Tractor Models for 2016
New Holland's new Tier 4 Final compliant T5 Series tractor models include a Terraglide front suspended axle option which pairs with the Comfort Ride cab suspensions to improve operator comfort.
Suspension
AxleTech 2000 Series Independent Suspensions
AxleTech introduces the 2000 Series of independent suspensions designed for vehicles with up to a 15,400 lb. GGVWR.
