MERITOR WABCO EXPANDS BRAKE PRODUCTS
Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems, the joint venture between ArvinMeritor and WABCO, has expanded its commercial vehicle brake products portfolio, adding air disc brakes from both partner companies.
The joint venture now offers WABCO's new generation, lightweight single piston air disc brake. This brake's technology offers end-users increased payload potential, easier maintenance and reduced operating costs for a broad range of heavyduty vehicles.
In addition, Meritor WABCO will offer the Meritor brand EX225 air disc brake family, designed for severe service conditions. Effective immediately, the expanded product portfolio enables customers to select from a complete braking system, incorporating ABS, stability control systems, air dryers, compressors, and now air disc brakes.
This first step bolsters the joint venture's ability to lead the market's transition to disc brakes in preparation for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's shorter stopping distance regulations.
WORKHORSE DEBUTS 16,000-POUND GVWR CHASSIS
Workhorse Custom Chassis has entered a new market with the introduction of a 16,000-pound GVWR version of its new W42 chassis.
The platform is now available with either a diesel or gas engine for companies using walk-in trucks in the package delivery, laundry, utility, mobile tool sales and newspaper industries.
The previous GVWR range of the Workhorse W42 chassis was 9,400- to 14,500-pounds GVWR.
The diesel platform is powered by the International VT 275 V-6 engine coupled to an Allison LCT-1000 electronic 5-speed transmission, while the gas version boasts the 6.0L GM Vortec 6000 coupled to GM's 4L80-E Hydromatic electronic transmission with overdrive. The chassis has wheelbases of 125, 133, 157, 178 and 190 inches and will be initially marketed for use in the above industries, among others.
The new International diesel engine delivers 200 horsepower and 440 pounds-feet of torque. Its dual-staged turbocharging system provides excellent acceleration, using a small turbo for quick, low-speed responsiveness and a second turbo for power at higher rpms.
HOLLAND RELEASES UPDATED CATALOG
The Holland Group has announced the release of its 2006 Holland Fifth Wheel Catalog & Selection Guide. Along with updated model specification information, the new catalog also includes details on the new ILS - Integrated Low Weight Slider.
The catalog features handy sections on how to use the selection guide, important items to consider before selecting a fifth wheel as well as model selection tables for various trailer applications.
The new catalog can assist in the specifying of the proper fifth wheel for most hauling applications. Sections on options, locating and installing the fifth wheel and a glossary are also included.
INDUSTRY LEADERS DEVELOP HYBRID WALK-IN VANS
Freightliner Custom Chassis, FedEx Express, Eaton, Utilimaster and Detroit Diesel have teamed to develop a new line of hybrid electric-powered walk-in vans.
FedEx Express initiated the program and is already benefiting from the use of these walk-in vans, which are expected to become a mainstay in the FedEx medium-duty delivery fleet.
With reduced emissions and improved fuel economy, FCCC's new hybrid electric-powered vehicle is gaining national attention.
Currently, FedEx Express is operating 18 FCCC hybrid electric- powered walk-in vans in four markets. FCCC will produce more than 100 hybrid electric-powered walk-in vans for FedEx and other customers in 2006.
"Freightliner Custom Chassis is extremely proud to be partnering with FedEx as we produce the chassis at our plant with the highly advanced Eaton hybrid-electric system," says Joe Snyder, FCCC's product manager for commercial vehicles.
"The hybrid-electric vehicle is powered by an electric motor through an energy storage device developed by Eaton and a Mercedes-Benz MBE904 diesel engine from Detroit Diesel," explains Mike Stark, senior technical sales manager for FCCC. "This combination of conventional diesel and electric propulsion systems provides the extended range and rapid refueling characteristics of a typical diesel engine plus the fuel efficiency and lower emissions of an electric motor."
The walk-in vans are built on FCCC's MT-45 SR chassis platform, which continues to provide the operating benefits of a standard Freightliner walk-in van chassis, but with the added value realized by the implementation of the hybrid-electric power train. These vehicles have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of more than 15,000 pounds.
Lithium-ion batteries capture and store energy during the "regenerative braking" phase of the vehicle's operation, providing a source of stored electrical power on demand. All battery charging is provided by the hybrid-electric power train, eliminating the need for a power cord or electrical outlet. This balance between conventional and electrical technology helps improve vehicle emissions and increase fuel economy.
The new hybrid electric-powered walk-in vans have shown improvements in fuel economy of more than 50 percent and a 90- percent reduction in emissions.
HENDRICKSON BROCHURE HIGHLIGHTS PRODUCTS
The newly released Global Ride Solutions brochure highlights Hendrickson's full range of products for the commercial transportation industry around the world.
Hendrickson is one of the largest global suppliers of truck, tractor and trailer suspension systems; lift and steer axles; springs, and bumpers to the transportation industry.
The 20-page brochure provides an overview of products that support every major North American heavy-duty truck and trailer manufacturer, as well as many in Europe, Australia, Japan, Latin America and Africa. More than 75 percent of heavy-duty trucks and trailers roll off assembly lines in the United States with Hendrickson suspension systems, springs or bumpers.
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