Dropping in a few more items from the June print edition of TBB because July hasn't hit my mailbox yet. Good stuff, nonetheless, although kind of big picture topics.
I love magazines, always have. They don’t weigh much, and require no batteries. You can leave them sitting around and not worry too much about someone stealing your copy. And, thanks to you, TBB subscribers, we still print 12 issues a year; that’s increasingly unusual in this digital age...
Designed for the demands of tire service, the new Maxon MLA liftgate delivers heavy-duty performance with 1,600- or 2,000-lb capacities and a geometry that lets large tires clear with ease. The MLA comes with a galvanized finish, greaseable pivots for simplified maintenance, plus a variety of ramp and tire-rack options.
Going into a second year of 50% aluminum tariffs, combined with the geopolitical crisis in the Middle East that has impacted major global producers in the region, U.S. trailer manufacturers are looking at their own pricing structures and possible alternatives to aluminum in their products.
The SeeLeveL TrailerPlex™ provides a permit signal that allows or prevents pump operation based on real-time conditions. It monitors up to 8 pressure switch inputs, ensuring valves and pressures are correct to avoid unsafe loading or unloading. It also displays level and temperature data, logs system activity for diagnostics and compliance, and connects via CAN bus.
The Brandt C500 Hydraulic Removable Gooseneck Tridem Trailer delivers 50-ton capacity with a best-in-class 18-inch loaded deck height that needs no over-height permits. Built with QT100 steel and tapered I-beams to maximize payload, it features a five-position air ride height system and an innovative gooseneck that connects on uneven ground for faster job site turnaround.
EPA's relaxed NOx rule, as many expected, removes the warranty extension. The curveball is that it also proposes annihilating the troublesome DEF derate. Here's the latest on how the regulation will affect Model Year 2027 equipment.
What's New? We have a 7-Year Wheel End Warranty now on air disc brakes, & soon for drum brakes too. We've installed a Heavy-Duty Damper/Shock that has greater steering stability & reduces wheel shimmy. The RSS-233 has a stronger axle (80 grade vs. 50), which provides unmatched durability under pressure. Plus, we've upgraded the bushing so that it has a longer life, better lateral stability, & less oscillation.
From heavy haul to specialized transport, BRADEN hydraulic worm gear and planetary winches deliver the performance, reliability and OEM-quality support you need. The new TR 25/35 winches feature a compact, low-profile design and industry-standard mounting bolt patter to offer more power without redesigning equipment. Find the right solution for your trailer application.
The June 2026 issue of TBB brings you a highlights from the big TTMA meeting, an update on FET (kind of), and a review ACT Expo news of interest to the trailer market. As always, industry updates and all the news about people, equipment, and more in the TBB world.
As a Wood Processing Technician in the research and development department, Richard conducts tests to innovatively enhance products and ensure their upmost quality and durability.
