Transcraft D-Eagle Aluminum/Steel Combo Drop Deck Trailer

Stronger drop deck trailer
Transcraft says it has increased the strength of its D-Eagle Aluminum/Steel Combo Drop Deck Trailer and also has enhanced its styling. The previous wheel-pan design, which required a reduced floor capacity over the tires and side rail, has been replaced by a more efficient reinforced floor section and a continuous side rail for an improved look and structural performance, the company says. The new design eliminates bolted connections in the lower deck, which increases strength and maintains a smoother side rail shape when the trailer flexes, according to Transcraft. Also, a new side rail drop section is designed to strengthen the lower deck’s front support while providing the flexibility needed to move freely under the heaviest of loads. The D-Eagle is standard in 48- and 53-foot lengths and 96- or 102-inch widths, with additional lengths available upon request. The beam capacity (main beams only) is 60,000 pounds in 10 feet and 55,000 pounds in 4 feet. Lightweight options are available, reducing the weight of the system to as low as 9,670 pounds, Transcraft says; tandem configurations also are available in several axle-spacing options. The D-Eagle’s design also features high-strength, extruded aluminum front and rear plates: Its 5-inch deep aluminum cross members, a stronger beam with 130,000-psi yield strength flanges and high tensile steel webs produce an increased safety factor, according to the company.
Transcraft Corporation
(www.transcraft.com)

Smoother ride to the rescue
Hendrickson Truck Suspension Systems has expanded its Firemaax rear-air suspension family for fire and rescue vehicles, adding 27,000-pound single-axle and 54,000-pound tandem-axle ratings. Firemaax – designed for superior driver and passenger comfort while helping protect critical equipment and electronics from excessive vibration – provides weight savings of up to 200 pounds compared to traditional air-ride suspensions, the company says. Also available in 24,000-pound single-axle and 48,000-pound tandem-axle ratings, Firemaax features parallelogram suspension geometry designed to reduce roll-steer, offering the driver greater control during lane changes, highway ramp operation and tight road maneuvers.
Hendrickson Truck Suspension Systems
(www.hendrickson-intl.com)

Breaker, breaker
Del City’s Hi-Amp Circuit Breakers are designed for auxiliary and accessory circuits in truck, bus, recreational vehicle and marine applications. Available in 60A to 150A, the breakers are sealed, which the company says makes them splash- and dustproof and ideal for engine compartments and bilge areas. The single-pole breakers, rated up to 30V DC, are offered in a variety of functions such as automatic reset, manual reset and manual reset (switchable); the manual reset style features a reset mechanism designed to provide a visual indication of a tripped condition. The breakers are available in surface-mount and panel-mount styles.
Del City
(www.delcity.net)

Exhaust brake for Hinos
Pacbrake has designed and manufactured a version of its PRXB exhaust brake for Hino Motors’ North American 4- and 6-cylinder conventional trucks. The exhaust brake is engineered to maximize braking power by creating constant backpressure as engine speeds change, maintaining optimum retarding performance through the entire RPM range. The PRXB is engineered for silent retarding in busy urban areas while providing significant slowing force on steep downhill descents. Pacbrake says the performance of the PRXB at mid- and low RPM will decrease the number of brake relines as many as five times over the life of the vehicle. PRXB installation is designed for bolt attachment and requires no cutting or welding of the exhaust system.
Pacbrake
(www.pacbrake.com)

Tattletale cargo lock
Kaba Mas, a manufacturer of high-security locking solutions, has introduced the Gitcon G150, an electromechanical cargo lock that combines RFID sealing with a locking system for trailers and cargo containers. Designed to anticipate and defeat both internal and external security threats, the G150 utilizes Gitcon Access Management software that allows users to design trailer access parameters and audit access events. The lock is constructed from Series 316 stainless steel and is available with a choice of the most common handle types for either new or replacement applications on containers utilizing either swinging or rollup doors.
Kaba Mas
(www.kaba-mas.com)

Stand up your trailers
The Rite-Hite Aftermarket Corporation’s TS-2000 Trailer Stand is designed to prevent trailer tipover and landing gear collapse. The device, which fits under the nose of spotted trailers, features a 5 1/2-inch tubular steel structure that can support a 100,000-pound static load capacity in the event that faulty or rusted landing gear fails. A large 6-by-30-inch top plate fits directly under the edge of the trailer nose, and dual handles and 16-inch solid rubber tires help with positioning and moving. A 16-by-20-inch base pad features four drain holes to help prevent water collection and ice buildup. The device, painted safety yellow, also features a single-speed 12-inch crank.
Rite-Hite Aftermarket Corporation
(www.ritehite.com)