Ridewell Suspensions, based in Springfield MO, has formed a strategic partnership with Europe's Weweler Nederland, a division of VDL.
This partnership is offering an electronically controlled, forced-steer auxiliary axle suspension system that features:
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Hydraulic steering with electronic control.
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Programmable electronic control unit that senses vehicle speed and front axle steer angle to precisely control steer angle of auxiliary.
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Electronic control unit to ensure a centered hydraulic/mechanical lock at higher vehicle speed.
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Custom-formed axle beam to provide optimal clearance.
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Compatibility with steel and air suspended drive axles.
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Truck and trailer applications.
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Pusher and tag configurations.
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Axle load capacities up to 20,000 pounds.
The system is also available with these options:
- Integrated axle lifting systems.
- Custom track axles.
- Disc and drum brakes — 17½", 19½" and 22½".
- Single- and dual-wheel configurations.
- Custom drops up to 12.4" in formed axle beams.
E-mail Kristin Persson at [email protected] for more details.