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The article discusses increasing news released related to truck rollaways due to misapplied parking brake, and mentions MAX-SAFE Anti-Rollaway Brake System for handbrakes not applied. Topics discussed include mounted Cardan-shaft park brakes to driveshaft preventing from turning vehicle stationary, New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) report in cardan-shaft park brakes and brake issues encountered by drivers while parking.

The Pullman-Standard (PS) 40-foot PS-1 boxcar, a staple on prototype railroads from the late 1940s through the 1980s, is now available as an easy-tobuild HO scale kit from ScaleTrains. The brake system, couplers and centering springs, steel weight, and screw-mounted draft-gear box covers are modeler-installed. Pullman-Standard produced its first 40-foot PS-1 boxcar in 1947. [Extracted from the article]

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Dinner at the Brake Fast by Renee Beauregard Lute is a captivating road trip tale about Tacoma Jones, a 12-year-old girl who yearns for something other than breakfast at her family's diner in Washington State. When her father's treasured photograph goes missing, Tacoma sets off on a spirited odyssey to find it, believing it will help her dad with his depression. Along the way, she forms unexpected friendships and discovers the joy that cooking and friends can bring. The book explores the reality of living with a depressed parent with compassion and candor. [Extracted from the article]

Bendix, a brake manufacturer, is reminding truck drivers to regularly check their brakes, especially when driving in difficult conditions or operating at near full carrying capacity. They recommend checking brake fluid levels, inspecting brake pads and rotors for wear or damage, checking brake shoes and drums, inspecting brake lines and air hoses for damage, ensuring proper lubrication of brake components, and cleaning components to remove corrosion and debris. In other news, National Tyre and Wheel (NTAW) has opened a new distribution facility in Logan City, Queensland, consolidating smaller centers into one large facility. Waste and skip bin transport company North East Bin Hire has purchased a new Isuzu truck for their business. [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews brakes for trucks. An explanation on the principle on how brakes work and the difference between the two brake types, the drum brakes and the disc brakes are discussed. Different disc types, calipers, and brake system valves are also discussed and photographs of several recommended brake kits are shown.

The article discussed several ways of safely improving the brakes system of a truck. It details the step by step process of installing EBC Brakes and Nitto Tites to an F-150. A comparative Braking Bar Graph is also presented which illustrates the brake performance of Ford, Chevy and Dodge. It also references several manufacturers and suppliers of truck brakes, such as Auto Anything and 4Wheel Parts.

The article shares insights on how Trailer brakes have evolved in many years. Topics include Automatic air valves were still developing for the future and each braking system had to be charged separately by manually opening a valve; and days of dodgy vacuum braking systems and wire operated park brakes were prone to identifying roadside clutter.

The article offers tips on how to work with stainless brake lines of trucks. The emergence of companies that manufacture components and complete brake line component kits for anything with wheels is noted. The availability of the brake components in stainless steel is considered as an added bonus. Using correct tools is important when working with stainless steel brake line, says the article.

Talks about the need for new brake regulations for heavy trucks. Factors leading to mandating shorter stopping distance for heavy trucks; Necessity of the use of disk brakes; Causes and solutions for brake maintenance. INSETS: Troubleshooting Brakes;Dragging Brake;New Brake Drum.

Examines issues surrounding the use of electronic braking systems that is deemed to have solved all the braking compatibility problems between tractive units and trailers in Great Britain as of October 2003. Type of brakes that artic trailers needs; Benefits from the use of the systems; Advantage of rollover protection.

Focuses on electronically controlled braking systems for trucks. Maintenance cost of brakes; Replacement of pneumatic control; Replacement of air control lines. INSETS: SMART EXHAUST BRAKE;Rust Jacking Can Reduce Lining Life;New Stopping Distances;CastLife, A New Lightweight Drum

Offers information on several braking systems for trucks and trailers. Features; Benefits to users; Cost.

Discusses electronic braking systems or electronically controlled braking systems (ECBS) for trucks. Data that will be used by the ECBS to manage deceleration of trucks; Role of the antilock brake systems in the faster pace of ECBS development; Advantages of air-disc brakes; Power line carrier capability of automobiles.

Focuses on heavy-duty trucks equipped with engine brakes. Advantages of using engine brakes; Purpose of a retarder/engine brake; Types of engine brakes; Restrictions on the use of engine brakes; Benefits of using Donaldson's Silent Partner in engine brakes.

The article discusses the tips offered by Swedish public company Haldex and the joint venture firm Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC to keep truck and trailer brakes in top condition. Topics covered include the role being played by drivers in a solid brake maintenance program, the components that are susceptible to premature damage if an air system is contaminated by moisture and some of the problems that can be identified through pre-trip visual inspections.

Discusses the introduction of electronic braking systems for trucks. Information on antilock braking systems; Electronic braking system being offered by Meritor WABCO company; Some drawbacks of the system; Legal problems with the system.

The article focuses on the new braking systems for heavy-duty trucks proposed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the U.S. The proposal which requires 20 percent to 30 percent reduction in the required stopping distance aims to reduce accidents brought by large trucks. This proposal is known to gain strong support in various fleet equipment industries. Furthermore, in relevance to such initiative, several upgraded braking products are posted for reference.

The article focuses on a reduction in stopping distances to be required on ready-mix trucks in the U.S. starting 2011. The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 121 was updated by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The revision was published by the Federal Register on July 27, 2009 announcing that the final rule will reduce stopping distances of trucks by 30%. To reach the 30% reduction, front brakes should be bigger.

Discusses various aspects of truck drum brake systems. Tips on maintenance of truck drum brake systems; Functions of brake drums; Drum-related problems of brakes. INSETS: Safety problems.;Brake tips..

Focuses on the electronic braking system (EBS) for heavy-duty trucks. How the system works; Comments of several industry members on EBS; Advantages of using the system.

The article reports that experts from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is offering important tips for maintaining safe truck brakes. A commercial vehicle's dashboard anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning lamp conveys information on problems with the ABS system. Pre-trip inspections are the first level of vehicle maintenance and are important to brake system safety and performance.

The article focuses on the need for a mechanic to reposition the rear-axle brake chambers of an M917A1 dump truck if the vehicle is to be utilized in paving operations. It states that paving procedures may cause damages to the vehicle's chambers and brakes since they are located low on the axle. It suggests raising the brake chambers to avoid the said problem.

The article evaluates the four-wheel drive or Pre Runner Tacomas stock brake system for hauling heavy loads from LC Engineering.

The article introduces the free kit for fleet users to power the pin in the inter-vehicular cable receptacle on some M915A2, M915A4, M916A1, and M916A2 tractor trucks. The kit allows the anti-lock system (ABS) of the vehicle to communicate with the trailer ABS. It offers power to Pin 7 at the seven-way 12-volt trailer receptacle placed on the tractor truck.

The article reports on ArvinMeritor Inc. and Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems' launch of the Premium Hydraulic Braking System for medium-duty trucks and buses in the U.S. The system includes Meritor WABCO's Hydraulic Power Brake and the Meritor Quadraulic hydraulic disc brake. The braking system is easy to maintain.

Focuses on disc-brake kits being offered by Stainless Steel Brakes Corp.'s Truck Stop program to improve stopping power on 1999-2004 General Motors 1/2-ton truck and sports utility vehicle models. Force 10 Tri-Power Kit; Short Stop Kit; Contact information.

The article offers information on the OnGuardMAX advanced emergency braking system (AEBS) from WABCO Holdings for trucks and buses.

The article evaluates the OnHand parking brake control for buses and trucks from Wabco, and outline several features of the brakes.

The article offers tips on the safety of truck brakes in line with the 2016 edition of the Brake Safety Week of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). Topics covered include out-of-adjustment brakes, importance of conducting pre-trip inspections, the need for drivers to test for leaks and the importance of checking for cracks and tears in the brake system.

The article focuses on automobile manufacturer General Motors recalling back a major share of trucks and sports utility vehicles (SUVs) from U.S. and Canada to fix an brake pedal dispute which may become loose and fail to operate.

An interview with Bernard Clancy from Haldex about the electronics braking system (EBS) on trailers, is presented. Clancy claims that EBS is like telematics because of the data it provides and its economic viability. He discusses the key advantages of the EBS, including its two-way communication with towing vehicle. He considers the services provided by his company.

The article considers the impact of improvements in disc brake design on the haulage sector in Great Britain. It is stated that the efficiency of the brakes will have an impact on maintenance costs throughout a trailer's working life. Hauling operators prefer the disc brake over the drum brakes because of this key factor, as well as manufacturing techniques used in producing it. An evaluation of the performance of the disc brake on the road is discussed.