CANTON, Ohio – Recently updated INTRAAX and VANTRAAX brochures highlight
models featuring Hendrickson’s Advanced Axle / Beam Technology (AXT) in
their respective families of integrated primary and slider air-ride trailer
suspension systems.
Hendrickson’s Advanced Axle / Beam Technology teams tapered-beam and
large-diameter axle (LDA) technologies. LDA increases the diameter of
today’s traditional five-inch axle by about three-quarters of an inch, which
reduces weight while improving component and system strength.
The INTRAAX brochure (L614 rev E) outlines the evolution of the patented
suspension-axle-brake system into a family of low maintenance, lightweight
configurations for essentially any vocational or over-the-road application.
The publication highlights recent additions to the INTRAAX family including
launch of AXT in the 23,000-pound capacity AANT model.
The road-proven AANT delivers the ultimate system for weight-conscious
haulers running straight-frame platforms, container chassis, liquid tankers,
grain hoppers, bottom dumps and livestock trailers trimming an average of 55
pounds from the original straight-beam INTRAAX.
The VANTRAAX brochure (L585 rev D) touts the introduction of AXT to the
popular slider system particularly in the new 46,000-pound capacity model (HKANT
46K) that trims 129 pounds compared to a straight-beam system.
In addition, the VANTRAAX family offers a full range of configurations to
meet the needs of virtually any sliding-suspension application including a
low-ride height tandem ideal for drop-frame vans and a tridem that gives
operators flexibility to haul across international, provincial and state
borders while remaining in compliance with varying regulations.
VANTRAAX for van and reefer applications marries Hendrickson’s superior K-2
slider box technology with the patented INTRAAX for a road-proven family of
slider systems that address critical needs for lighter, more durable running
gear.
Both brochures detail the wide array of unmatched standard features starting
with road-proven TRI-FUNCTIONAL bushings for rugged reliability; straighter,
neutral-toe axles to help improve tire life and mileage; short S-cams for
responsive, consistent braking, and the trailer industry’s first standard
Cam Tube System.
Hendrickson’s value-enhancing options for both INTRAAX and VANTRAAX include
extensive choices for long-life wheel ends and extended-service brakes.
Additional options for INTRAAX systems include the Hendrickson UNDER BEAM
LIFT, chain down-stops and rear-oriented shocks for severe-duty applications
and a Raised-center Axle.
QUIK-DRAW driver-friendly, finger-tip operated pin pull mechanism highlights
VANTRAAX system options in addition to SURELOK and DOCK STABILIZING
TECHNOLOGY (DST) to minimize loading dock concerns.
Download publications in PDF format from the Hendrickson Web site or contact
Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems, Canton, Ohio, toll free at
866.RIDEAIR (743.3247) for additional information.
Hendrickson, a Boler company, is one of the largest global suppliers of
truck and tractor suspensions, trailer suspensions, truck and trailer lift
axles, bumpers and trim components and springs to the commercial
transportation industry. Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., Hendrickson has been
meeting the needs of the transportation industry for more than 90 years. |
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