For the trucking industry, adopting technology to be smarter involves some smart trucks, smart braking systems, telematics, alongside some, seemingly, not so smart compliance requirements! Read more
‘Heat Guns’ Boost Workshop Efficiency
The wider availability and increasing affordability of non-contact, infra-red (IR) heat measurement technology, means ‘heat guns’ boost workshop efficiency by helping technicians diagnose braking faults more quickly, and often without the need for brake tear downs.
Effective Data Recorders
Another useful tool available with EBS is the data logging capability, all of the three major EBS manufacturers have effective data recorders, which can be a useful tool for fleets in managing trucks and drivers. This enables the truck owner to get even more value out of fitting EBS in trucks and trailers. Read more
ATA Technical Bulletin on Trailer EBS
Sharing Expertise With Others in the Industry
National Transport Insurance have been running series of webinars giving experts, in various fields associated with the trucking industry, the opportunity of sharing expertise with others in the industry. One such brake professional is Shane Prendergast, a technician at AirBrake Systems. Read more
Get With The Program and Use EBS Properly
Heavy duty braking specialist, Shane Prendergast, sees braking problems every day in his job and he just wants everyone to get with the program and use EBS properly. Read more
Changes Needed to Draft Rules For Advanced Braking
Bob Woodward, Chief Engineer Australian Trucking Association, reckons that there are changes needed to draft rules for advanced braking, and looks at the issues around autonomous emergency braking.
Disc Brake Chambers
A vital, but often neglected part of the braking system are the Disc brake chambers. This is because they are reliable and usually replaced as a unit if there are any problems. Read more
The TRW Brake Pad Line Up
Available through ZF Services Australia, the TRW brake pad line up sets a new standard for commercial vehicle braking, with an expert range transforming the premium end of the replacement aftermarket. Read more
Getting to Know Your Brakes
Trucks, trailers and buses demand a lot from their brake components as they have to perform in the toughest of applications and it is important for a truck workshop to work hard on getting to know your brakes. Read more