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On-Highway
Maximizing Today’s ADAS System Performance
Dive into the capabilities of today’s advanced driver assistance systems in on-highway commercial vehicles.
Expert Columns
State of the Industry 2023
Brake System
Air Disc Brake Uptake Grows as Fleets See Safety and TCO Benefits
Brake System
Carlisle Brake & Friction SAHR RT Series Parking Brake
Brake System
Meritor and DTNA Extend Supply Agreement for Air Disc Brakes
Brake System
Bendix Acquires Full Ownership of Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake Joint Venture
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Mining
Cummins Announces Field Testing of Mining Hybrid (Diesel-Battery) Truck Solution
The hybrid NHL NTH260, a 220 metric ton payload mining truck, rolled off the production line in January and is headed to Baiyun Iron Mine of Baogang Group, China, to begin field testing in March.
Suspension
Hendrickson Introduces First Drive Axle Suspension Featuring ZMD Technology
ROADMAAX Z, the company's lightest-weight 46,000-pound capacity rear air suspension system, is designed to provide on- and off-highway performance, ride quality and cargo protection for demanding applications.
Transmissions
Twin Disc, Inc. Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Katsa Oy
The purchase, expected to close in the first half of 2024, brings with it custom-designed gearboxes and power transmission components for industrial and marine end-markets for a broad range of end market applications.
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Brake System
Bendix Appoints Three New Company Executives
Mark Kromer, Aaron Schwass, and Mike Tober have moved into newly created executive roles as part of Bendix's growth initiatives.
Brake System
Alcon Selected as Braking System Supplier for BASE Drivetrain Systems
Alcon will provide BASE with bespoke solutions to meet the demanding requirements of specialist axles for use in harsh environments.
Control Valves
Poclain Hydraulic Dual Line Brake Valves for EU 2015/68 Regulation
The Poclain Hydraulics VBT and EMB brake valves distribute braking force between a tractor and trailer to help equipment meet the EU 2015/68 regulation for on-road braking.
Brake System
Carlisle Brake & Friction QuickFill Boosted Master Cylinder
The QuickFill Boosted Master Cylinder will be introduced at IFPE 2020 and can help increase in-axle wet brake running clearances to reduce parasitic brake drag.
Brake System
Carlisle Brake & Friction 1100 Series Valve
At IFPE 2020, Carlisle Brake & Friction will introduce its range of 1100 Series valves which cater to a large variety of vehicle brake system configurations.
Brake System
Carlisle Brake & Friction FutureBrake System
The Carlisle Brake & Friction FutureBrake System provides enhanced levels of driver comfort in next-generation off-highway vehicles; it will be debuted during CONEXPO & IFPE 2020.
Brake System
Carlisle Brake & Friction Next-Generation Friction Materials
Carlisle Brake & Friction's latest friction materials feature higher abuse resistance for use in demanding applications.
Brake System
ADAS and eMobility Driving Push Toward Electronic Braking Systems
Bendix says electronic braking system provide more precise control during braking events which is beneficial for automated systems.
Brake System
Bendix Intellipark Electronic Parking Brake to be used on Thomas Built Buses
Intellipark helps prevent rollaways, and will be available on two Thomas Built models in 2020.
Brake System
Meritor EX+ LS Air Disc Brake
Meritor's lightweight, single-piston EX+ LS air disc brake comes standard with MA9300 N-level proprietary friction and was introduced at the 2019 NACV Show.
Trends
Impacts of Electrification and Other Industry Trends Highlighted at MPT Expo
How electrification, automation and more will affect the design of gears and other components was a key focus for the first edition of Motion + Power Technology Expo.
Brake System
Bendix Expanding Wheel-End Manufacturing Facility
Bendix Spicer Foundation is expanding to support growth in air disc brake production capacity to meet growing North American customer demand.
Testing
HORIBA Adds New Testing Capabilities for Brake Development
The company's new GIANT EVO NVH brake dynamometer enables advanced noise, vibration and harshness investigations, in addition to industry standard brake test procedures.
Brake System
Bendix ADB22X Marks Production Milestone
Over 3 million ADB22X air disc brakes have now been produced in North America.
Industry News
WABCO Shareholders Approve ZF Acquisition
ZF will acquire all outstanding shares of WABCO for $136.50 per share in an all-cash transaction for an equity value of over $7 billion.
Brake System
Alcon Develops Braking Solution for Protean Electric
Alcon custom designed the braking solution for use in the ProteanDrive in-wheel motor, ensuring steering and suspension functionality was retained.
Brake System
WABCO Receives Supplier Performance Gold Award
WABCO is one of eight suppliers to receive the GOLD award from Motor Coach Industries.
Brake System
Alcon Specialist Calipers Displayed with AxleTech at bauma 2019
Alcon’s CIR55 caliper was developed in cooperation with AxleTech and is now part of AxleTech's brake portfolio under the Hydraulic Disc Brake family HD860 series.
Brake System
Bendix Celebrates Record Year for Company Patents
The company recently honored recipients of 52 U.S. patents in 2018, emphasizing its dedication to engineers’ development efforts.
Brake System
WABCO Takes its Technologies on the Road with 2019 Demo Days
The demo days allow customers to experience the company’s technologies on vehicles in on-road situations.
Brake System
Meritor Launches Brake Solutions for Off-Highway Applications
These included a full line of wet disc brakes, high capacity hydraulic disc brake and a 500 mm drum brake.
Brake System
Bendix Expanding Indiana Operations with New Building Acquisition
The new 409,000-sq.-ft. facility will support the expanding aftermarket business and bolster strategic alignment of the company's manufacturing operations.
Brake System
Bendix ADB22X Air Disc Brake
The latest version of the ADB22X features a new adjustment mechanism engineered for increased vibration robustness while improving running clearance between the friction and rotor.
Brake System
Bendix Spicer Updates Bendix ADB22X Air Disc Brake
A new adjustment mechanism and premium friction elevate the ADB22X's performance.
Brake System
Bendix Pilot Testing Intellipark Electronic Parking Brake with Fleets
Intellipark prevents rollaways through interlocks installed in the cab which engage the parking brake electronically if the driver leaves the cab without doing so.
Brake System
Bendix Named Navistar Diamond Supplier
Bendix was once again recognized for its commitment to helping Navistar exceed customer expectations for technology advancements, quality, on-time delivery, and total cost of ownership.
Trends
Bendix Drives 96% Waste Diversion in 2018
Through sustainability initiatives, the company is directly impacting two United Nations sustainable development goals.
Industry News
Bendix Aims to Inspire Next Generation of Stem Professionals
Through on-site programming, sponsorships, and employee volunteerism, Tech Leader encourages girls and boys to pursue education and careers in technical fields.
Brake System
Bendix Celebrates New Engineering Center in Mexico
Mexico-based engineers joined other North American colleagues to help develop and integrate solutions to deliver more value for evolving global customer base.
Industry News
Bendix Corporate Giving Supports Local Nonprofits
In 2018, Bendix's Get Involved! initiative funded projects near its various facilities, totaling over $120,000 in company grants.