
NTN, the parent company of Bower Bearings, has added Pre-Adjusted Commercial Vehicle Wheel-End Kits to its heavy-duty product line. The product combines tapered roller bearing sets with a cone spacer for a number of wheel-end applications.
NTN, the parent company of Bower Bearings, has added Pre-Adjusted Commercial Vehicle Wheel-End Kits to its heavy-duty product line. The product combines tapered roller bearing sets with a cone spacer for a number of wheel-end applications.
We have seen some compelling but anecdotal evidence suggesting that wheel-end tightness can affect fuel economy — sometimes significantly.
Wheel bearing adjustment can be a finicky process with uncertain results unless procedures are followed to the letter. There are simpler and less time-consuming ways to achieve better results.
The Trifecta Pre-Adjusted Hub Assembly from Stemco could revolutionize wheel installation. Its eye-popping simplicity has left technicians slack-jawed in surprise with its simplicity and ease of installation. The new wheel end system was developed in partnership with Webb Wheel Products and announced at TMC's annual meeting.
Mahle Engine Components has developed a lead-free bearing system for heavy-duty truck engines, engineered with polymeric coatings for better wear resistance to help engine manufacturers deal with new low-viscosity engine oils.
NTN Bearing Corporation of America, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the promotion of Kevin Judge to director of automotive marketing.
The Timken Co. simplified interchanges to Timken driveline center support truck bearings by converting its parts nomenclature to align with familiar industry part numbers.