TSE gets patent for spring brake actuator

Jan. 1, 2002
TSE Brakes Inc has been awarded its most recent United States patent #6,314,861 B1 for its High Output (HOT) double-diaphragm spring brake actuator. Design

TSE Brakes Inc has been awarded its most recent United States patent #6,314,861 B1 for its High Output (HOT) double-diaphragm spring brake actuator.

Design innovations covered by this patent include the use of a stronger main compression spring in the emergency brake chamber. The invention also allows the service brake chamber to operate more efficiently when braking pressure is introduced.