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, ...

Air disc brake systems (pictured) don't look anything like drum brake systems. Inspection standards and procedures are not the same either. The new federal mandate requiring shorter stopping distances ...

Last month we covered certain basic characteristics of aftermarket disc brakes, including matching the system to its intended application, and some caliper, disc, and mounting bracket design ...

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 ...

Big brake kits are often times the most overlooked, but most important, upgrades when it comes to customization. Aside from the aesthetic beauty of having large rotors landscape your new wheels, ...