WABCO signed a long-term supply agreement with Hendrickson Trailer Commercial Vehicle Systems to provide an advanced air disc brake (ADB) system for trailers in North America.
WABCO made the announcement Wednesday at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky.
As part of the agreement, WABCO will launch its MAXX22T ADB system in North America. The system combines WABCO’s braking technologies with Hendrickson’s medium and heavy duty suspension and axle systems.
The MAXX22T represents the commercial vehicle industry’s lightest air disc brake in North America. It contributes to WABCO and Hendrickson’s system offering overall weight reduction of up to 100 lbs on tandem axle trailers, helping to improve vehicle fuel efficiency or enable an increase in transport payload.
WABCO’s single-piston design features approximately 25 percent fewer parts compared to other air disc brakes available in the market. It helps improve reliability and installation efficiency while lowering maintenance costs. In addition, WABCO’s bi-directional adjuster minimizes the risk of hot running brakes.
“We are excited to supply our air disc brake to Hendrickson, a global leader in medium and heavy duty suspension and axle systems,” said Nik Varty, WABCO president, Americas. “The cooperation of our two industry leading companies brings together a powerful blend of expertise and industry-leading technologies. We are proud to offer a state-of-the-art air disc brake system specifically for trailers in North America that can deliver high performance and value for our customers.”
