Under the theme “Achieving Success In a Challenging Environment,” Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week 2010 takes place this month in Las Vegas where it is expected to draw thousands of aftermarket distributors, suppliers, shop owners and other industry professionals.
Featuring forums, workshops, business sessions and one-on-one meetings, HDAW brings together all stakeholders in the heavy-duty aftermarket distribution channel. HDAW is organized by the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA), the Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) and the Heavy Duty Distributors Association (HDDA), and is governed and planned by a joint operating committee comprised of representatives from more than a dozen different associations and groups.
Of course, HDAW also serves as a showcase for the latest aftermarket products and services as presented by hundreds of show exhibitors. The following companies will be exhibiting at the show and are featured sponsors of this year’s Truck Parts & Service HDAW Product Showcase.
Compact Low Voltage Switch
The SureStart Low Voltage Disconnect (LVD) Switch electronically senses battery voltage and conserves starting power by disconnecting non-critical loads and preventing battery damage from excessive discharge.
The switch has a rating of 100A at 12V or 24V DC. Its service life exceeds one million on/off cycles, and it also features a manual override function that allows users to connect or disconnect the switch when needed, regardless of voltage. The switch is compact (4.5 x 4 x 4.27 inches) and does not require a separate solenoid to control high current, which makes it easy to install into a new or old vehicle.
The LVD switch eliminates dead batteries by automatically disconnecting non-critical loads from a battery when the battery falls below a predefined threshold. When the battery voltage is restored, the switch automatically restores the functionality of the ancillary equipment. The switch also provides over-current, short-circuit and over-temperature protection.
Extreme Torque Rod Cartridge
Hendrickson XTRB is an extreme torque rod cartridge specifically designed to resist walkout through a unique design. Developed for heavy-duty vocational applications, the XTRB features a curled metal casing and bonded rubber bar pin that outperforms non-genuine bushings by up to 33 times.
Available in both bar pin and tapered style designs, this new bushing meets all SAE requirements. By using the ideal torque rod and bushing combination, users can benefit from increased stability, better alignment and reduced tire wear.
DM Ffan Drives and PolarForce Two-Speed Conversion Kits
Available in on/off and two-speed technologies, DM Advantage Fan Drives from Horton have premium components and offer reliable, highly efficient and precise cooling. They are lighter, have high torque and a fail-safe design. DM Advantage fan drives are available as reman fan drives, which are a cost-effective and reliable replacement option.
DM Advantage Two-Speed Fan Drives alternate between eddy current and spring-actuated cooling. Using eddy current, they reduce operating noise, increase available horsepower for auxiliary systems and minimize radiator abrasion from dust/debris. They spring-actuate when more cooling is needed.
Horton’s PolarForce Two-Speed Conversion Kit will help you help your customers reduce noise, save fuel and increase engine performance. For less than the cost of a new fan drive, this conversion kit retrofits a DM Advantage or DriveMaster On/Off Fan Drive to two-speed technology.
Heavy-Duty Batteries
ODYSSEY batteries are suited for heavy-duty, deep-cycle applications such as over-the-road trucks, buses, construction equipment, mining equipment and refrigerated trailers.
They have 70 percent longer cycle life compared to conventional deep-cycle batteries – up to 400 cycles at 80 percent depth of discharge – and high stable voltage for longer periods of time. ODYSSEY batteries last up to 10 years in engine-start operation versus two to three years for similar batteries. Their pure-lead, thin plate technology provides greater cranking power, especially effective at cold temperatures.
In addition, ODYSSEY batteries’ sealed dry cell AGM construction makes them safe, explosion-proof and leakproof. Their rugged construction also offers improved vibration resistance and durability to meet and exceed the rigorous demands of APUs.
Green Power Take-Off Unit
Hydreco’s New 6 & 8 Bolt Standard Green Series PTO is all cast iron with the most environmentally conscious design in the market. All “O” ring seals with a machined stop for the output shaft seal promote a leak-free environment.
The transmission pickup gear and ratio gear is removable from the shaft to lower inventory requirements. The highest torque in the industry is anchored by a side thrust bearing to reduce heat and premature wear ensuring longer life.
A floating air shift piston eases engagement and hardened side tabs reduce wear in the housing. The 6 & 8 Bolt Standard Green Series PTO is painted green because, well, we like the color.
Air Brake Compressors
Newstar Parts Component Group, a subsidiary of S&S Truck Parts, Inc., has added five new NS750 models to its expanding line of new replacement air brake compressors. All units are 100 percent completely interchangeable with OEM units and require no core charges. Models are available for Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar, International and Mack engine applications.
High Capacity Dual Turbo-2000 Air Dryer
SKF recently introduced its new high capacity (H.C.) Dual Turbo-2000 air dryer, an advanced version of the standard SKF Brakemaster Dual Turbo-2000 air dryer designed with a greater maximum compressor size. The new H.C. Dual Turbo-2000 is designed for large compressor output applications and is available in 12V 75W (6.6 amps) and 24V 75W (3.2 amps) options.
The H.C. Dual Turbo-2000 air dryer can withstand compressor air flow output of up to 80 scfm and up to 40 percent compressor duty cycle – the standard Dual Turbo-2000 withstands up to 40 scfm and 100 percent compressor duty cycle.
Additionally, the H.C. Dual Turbo-2000 includes the same internal filtration package with 99.9 percent efficiency as the standard Dual Turbo-2000 air dryer. It also meets the 2010 EPA requirements for high output compressors on transit buses.
Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaner
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Cleaner from SPX was designed with shop service in mind. The patented cleaning process allows the DPF to be cleaned as part of a general maintenance schedule at the service location with minimal time away from the vehicle. Its moveable locking wheels allow the unit to be placed as close to the vehicle as possible and to be stored wherever needed in the service facility.
The DPF Cleaner features a robust design for long shop life, uses a patented high-pressure cleaning process for thorough cleaning of ash from DPFs and produces 10 times the burst energy of competitive low-pressure units. The unit is proven to clean to over 92 percent efficiency, and employs a HEPA filter air exhaust system to exceed shop environmental air standards. The DPF Cleaner is OE tested.
Diesel Particulate Filters and Diesel Oxidation Catalysts
Tenneco Inc. is helping commercial vehicle parts distributors capture diesel aftertreatment sales opportunities through the development of a broad new line of replacement diesel particulate filters (DPF) and diesel oxidation catalysts (DOC). The first products within this line – OE-style DPF units for 1-ton service trucks from Ford, General Motors and Chrysler – will be introduced by late 2010.
Tenneco is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of OE diesel aftertreatment systems and components for commercial-vehicle applications up to and including Class 8 trucks. This OE expertise is an important advantage in the development of replacement solutions due to the sophisticated emissions control regeneration processes used in most late-model diesel applications.
454-Series Wheel Bearings
Timken recognizes the need of commercial vehicle customers to conserve fuel, carry greater loads, standardize components and maximize uptime. These are the driving factors behind the 454-Series Wheel Bearings. Available in MileMate Sets 440 – 444 and 600 – 604, these bearings are designed to help your customers’ vehicles operate more efficiently and cost effectively.
The 454-Series Wheel Bearings are specially designed to handle 2-inch outset loads associated with both dual and wide-single, wheel-end systems. This provides greater wheel arrangement flexibility and allows for more consistency within fleets. In addition, these bearings are compatible with industry standard components; they fit popular axle and hub designs and can be used to retrofit existing equipment.
BLUE WORKS Maintenance Products
WD-40 Company introduces BLUE WORKS – a full line of industrial-grade, specialty maintenance products that surpass industry standards and deliver superior performance under the toughest conditions.
BLUE WORKS offers a variety of products to meet your customers’ truck maintenance and repair needs, including: silicone lubricant, penetrant, degreaser, high-performance PTFE lubricant, contact cleaner, multi-purpose lubricant, white lithium grease, and dry lube PTFE formula.
All formulas are 50-state VOC compliant, contain special synthetic additives for maximum performance, and have been extensively tested and proven effective by third-party labs. Multiple independent ASTM tests show that BLUE WORKS outperforms the leading competitors in key performance areas.
