- Axles (5” round, 6” square) from 12 to 17.5 tonne
- Disc brake axles, self steer axles and ABS ready axles
- Mechanical leaf spring suspension (both under slung and over slung) from 12 to 17.5 tonne
- Mechanical bogie suspension from 20 to 40 tonne capacity
- Walking beams suspension from 24 to 40 tonne capacity
- Air suspension from 9 to 12 tonne capacity
31/3/09
In addition to a contract for seals awarded end of 2008, SKF (STO:SKFA)(STO:SKFB)(LSE:SKFB)(Pink Sheets:SKFRY) has won a new contract for the supply of tapered roller bearings to Fuwa. The contract is valid for 3 years and is worth up to 4.5 million USD per year.
Fuwa supplies trailer axles to both Chinese and international manufacturers. As Fuwa’s export business has grown, the interest for higher performance bearings has increased. These tapered roller bearings will be used for trailer axles for export to markets with higher performance demands.
Mr Zhiqiang Wu, Chairman, Fuwa, says: “SKF can truly support us on a global basis for our new product development such as steer axles. Fuwa feels to be in very good hands in cooperating with SKF developing our global expansion.”
Tryggve Sthen, President, SKF Automotive Division, says: “I am very pleased that SKF is being awarded yet another contract from Fuwa. By combining our expertise in bearings and sealing solutions as a knowledge engineering company, we provide the necessary means to support our customers in their business.”
20/3/09
SAF-HOLLAND S.A. is expanding its sales potential. Daimler subsidiary Daimler Truck North America (formerly Freightliner Corporation), one of the largest truck manufacturers in North America, now offers customers the option of an innovative, ultra-lightweight HOLLAND FWAL Lightweight fifth wheel. The FWAL fifth wheel plate is forged out of aluminum alloy, making it much lighter in weight than conventional cast iron or steel products. It also features the proven 'No Lube' technology, which includes a special surface coating on the locking mechanism and a number of other technical details so the fifth wheel does not require lubrication. This SAF-HOLLAND development is suitable for fleets who seek a combination of low maintenance requirements for tractor units, along with environmental sustainability and significant weight reduction (up to 40kg).
Trailer axle system production is now underway in the United States, and the first customers took delivery of the new axles last month. Production will be increased to meet demand in the weeks ahead. The production facility in Missouri works flexibly to manufacture different kinds of axle systems to suit individual customer requirements. In launching its own axle production, the Group is opening up significant additional sales potentials since buying axles from third-party manufacturers is no longer required. At the same time, SAF-HOLLAND has rounded out its product portfolio in North America.
Dr. Reiner Beutel, CEO of SAF-HOLLAND GROUP GmbH, said, 'We are pleased that Daimler Truck North America recognizes that SAF-HOLLAND's new FWAL fifth wheel offers their fleet customers additional advantages of weight optimization and reduced cost. This confirms our product strategy of offering technically sophisticated solutions in our core and growth markets around the world. The start-up of trailer axle production in North America is one example of leveraging technologies across the entire organization, supporting our ability to meet the requirements of customers around the world.'
