A new series of straight (SA) and tapered-bore (TA) tension-control brakes from Nexen Group Inc., Vadnais Heights, Minn. ,feature finned rotors for cooling and hightemperature O-rings and bearings, ...

However, not all innovations are equal and nor do they follow a constant upward trend. Instead, their evolution takes the form of an S-shaped curve that reflects their typical lifecycle from early ...

The following was published in CCJ's Air Brake Book, 11th edition, sponsored by SilverbackHD. CCJ's Air Brake Book is a complementary industry resource, courtesy of our partnership with SilverbackHD, ...

The optimal size for a clutch or brake is determined by three things: Required torque, thermal horsepower per engagement, and average required thermal horsepower. Here, we'll discuss the first, ...

Lighter than previous designs and has a lower residual brake torque. According to the company, it is lighter than previous designs and has a lower residual brake torque. This will help future electric ...

From the Today’s Trucking April 2000 issue. Auto slacks and long-stroke chambers and a bunch of other brake bits seem to attract a lot of misinformation. So with the help of ArvinMeritor’s brake ...

Caterpillar recently introduced the Dynamic Hoist Brake with optional Smart Controller for Cat ® 7495 and 7495HF Electric Rope Shovels. The Dynamic Hoist Brake is designed to stop the dipper from ...

Some carmakers claim their vehicles generate equal brake force in the front and back. If so, why do I see more brake dust on the front wheels? In theory, the effect of braking to retard a vehicle's ...