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ProductsSeptember 30, 2019

Meritor Offers Lightweight Trailer Suspension

Meritor has introduced the MTA-Tec6 trailer suspension, a lightweight option that Meritor says offers up to 23,000-pound capacity for tankers, flatbeds and other vocational applications.

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Newsby StaffMarch 18, 2019

Hadley Introduces Lightweight Plastic Barrier Parts to Commercial Vehicles

Hadley, in alliance with its affiliated company, Corvac Composites, is now offering splash shields, under engine covers and underbodies for heavy truck applications.

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ProductsMarch 12, 2019

East Manufacturing Offers Aluminum Air Tanks as Standard Equipment

East Manufacturing is offering an aluminum air tank as standard on all trailer types and models, with reduced weight and better protection from the elements than a comparable steel tank.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsFebruary 28, 2019

3 Trends in Dump Trailers

Dump trailers need to be tough, light and safe. Manufacturers say that’s not a problem.

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ProductsSeptember 17, 2018

DuraBrake Introduces Lightweight Steel Shell Brake Drum

DuraBrake has introduced a lightweight steel shell brake drum to its current brake drum and air disc brake offering.

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Newsby Jim ParkMarch 4, 2018

Dana Launches Spicer S172 Series Single & Tandem Drive Axles

Dana introduced its new Spicer S172 series single drive axle for Class 7 and 8 vehicles during a press conference at the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting in Atlanta. Acoirding to Dana, the new axles retains the robustness and strength of the existing S170 drive axle while reducing weight by more than 60 pounds.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsJanuary 19, 2018

The Quest for Lighter Trailers

Trailers need to be as light, strong, cheap and durable as possible, creating a never-ending race for an always-lighter design.

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ProductsSeptember 19, 2017

LoadMaxx Available for Spring Ride Suspensions in October

Air-Weigh has announced that its LoadMaxx trailer scale will be available for spring ride suspensions at the end of October.

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NewsMarch 14, 2017

Peterbilt Reduces Weight on Updated Model 220

Peterbilt has updated the Model 220 cabover with new design features and options that result in weight savings, better performance, and improved serviceability, according to the company.

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NewsJanuary 24, 2017

Accuride Offers New Wheels, Warranties

Accuride introduced new steel and aluminum wheels and extended warranties on anti-corrosion coatings at this year’s Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week in Las Vegas.

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