Disc brakes, according to BPW Product Manager, Thorsten Grahl, are generally considered to be the superior choice over drum brakes in the commercial vehicle industry. In fact, about 80 per cent of the European market specify disc brakes.
Standing the test of time: TMT
From a 75,000-square-metre facility in the centre of Italy, TMT Tanks & Trailers has capacity to build about 300 trailers per annum and is rapidly growing. The business has also bolstered its aftersales support with a network of workshops and sales personnel who are poised to serve quickly and efficiently.
Water-resistant trailer bodies with CGS
Refrigerated bodies are used in a wide range of industries. These bodies are designed to maintain a constant temperature which is critical for preserving the freshness and safety of food and pharmaceutical products.
The integrated power of Wielton Group
The last eight years have been a period of extremely dynamic growth for the Wielton Group. A successively implemented strategy based on geographical diversification and the potential of acquired brands has ensured that the Group has maintained its strong position among the world’s top ten producers.
Dubai bling: GORICA tankers
The tanker and silo vehicles that GORICA Group supplies to the Middle East and African markets vary considerably depending on the specific freight task, industry and are typically made from either carbon steel, aluminium or stainless steel. The vehicles are then categorised by target industry.
JOST innovates lightweight, efficient tanker and silo components
When it comes to tanker and silo vehicles, weight can be an issue according to equipment specialist, JOST World, which is why the company is focused on the delivery of weight-optimised products such as the Modul CA, an aluminium landing gear module.
A modern approach to tippers: Wielton
Wielton has introduced improvements to its flagship tipper models. The Bulk Master and Weight Master have been improved to increase their durability and usability. The focus, according to the OEM, was on new design solutions, modernisation of cargo boxes and increasing the quality and durability of products.
SAF-Holland bolsters axle durability with premium technology
Complex operating conditions – such as road salt in winter or dirt at landfill and construction sites – can contribute to axle corrosion.
Halving the production time of LAG trailers
An optimisation process has greatly reduced the production time at LAG Trailers. The final leap was recently made with the installation of two welding robots from Valk Welding. In this way, the European builder of aluminium tank trailers wants to continue to grow.
The perfect combination: Kässbohrer
Combining engineering excellence and a customer-centric approach, Kässbohrer offers Europe’s most versatile and lightest tanker and silo heavy vehicles.