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    Itasca, IL 60143

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About Hendrickson

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    500 Park Blvd
    Suite 1010
     Itasca, IL 60143
    United States
    http://www.hendrickson-intl.com
    630-773-9111
    630-773-9121

    More Info on Hendrickson

    Hendrickson, a Boler Company, is a premier, global manufacturer and supplier of truck, tractor, bus and recreational vehicle suspensions and heavy-duty springs; trailer suspensions, controls and nonintegrated axles; truck and trailer lift axles, and bumpers and trim components to the commercial transportation industry. Hendrickson, based in Itasca, Ill., U.S.A., continues to meet the needs of the transportation industry after more than 95 years. Visit the Hendricskson website at hendrickson-intl.com.

    PRODUCTS & PRESS RELEASES

    Hendrickson
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Roadmaax Z Rear Air Suspension System

    March 12, 2024
    Lightweight, suited for on- and off-highway operation
    Hendrickson
    Trailers, Towing & Specialty

    HLC Series 1 Air Kits

    March 9, 2024
    Provides a single-valve solution
    Haulmaax Ex Freightliner
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    HAULMAAX EX

    Aug. 22, 2023
    Available on Freightliner Vocational M2, SD and Plus models
    Hendrickson Lightweight Solutions (1) Web
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    SOFTEK

    May 10, 2022
    Provides weight savings and stability
    Watchman Wes
    Trailers, Towing & Specialty

    WATCHMAN Trailer Wheel-End Sensor

    Jan. 19, 2022
    Integrates into TIREMAAX PRO and PRO-LB tire pressure control systems

    Articles & News

    Mack Trucks
    There are two general types of 6x2 axles. A tag axle is where the rear-most drive axle is non-powered, also referred to as a free-rolling or dead axle. A pusher axle is where the forward-most drive axle is not powered.
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    How fleets can benefit from today’s 6x2 axle configurations

    Gregg Wartgow
    April 7, 2020
    Improved designs and increased availability of liftable pusher axles are making the 6x2 a more viable option for fleets.
    Shop Equipment

    How to evaluate a vehicle alignment provider

    Kayla Oschmann
    March 3, 2020
    What to consider when looking for a qualified alignment provider.
    Photo courtesy of Bee Line Company
    When fleets bring alignment in-house, they have tighter control on quality, how the work is handled, proper training for technicians, and flexibility with scheduling of the service.
    Shop Equipment

    Best practices to establish a total vehicle alignment program

    Kayla Oschmann
    March 3, 2020
    Steps fleets can take to set up heavy duty truck alignment in-house.
    Image courtesy of Hendrickson
    Pictured here is the recently introduced Watchman wheel-end sensing technology. In addition to understanding system integration, Hendrickson has invested significant time and effort in tackling concerns related to the durability and life of the physical sensor itself including sensor battery life, exposure to the elements and other road inputs, and transmissions capability.
    Safety & Technology

    Trends in asset telematics

    Dec. 3, 2019
    Addressing the challenges with the process of tracking, collecting, transmitting, and consuming big data.
    Photo courtesy of Meritor
    It is estimated that around 60-70 percent of fleets use ATIS products such as Meritor’s MTIS by PSI over TPMS.
    Tools

    Options available for TPMS and ATIS

    Emily Markham
    Oct. 7, 2019
    An overview of different tire monitoring and management systems available for fleets.
    Dreamstime
    TPMS and ATIS each have their pros and cons, but “you’ll never completely avoid maintenance or downtime,” says Stemco’s Lee Alexander. “These systems are designed to make it more manageable and predictable.”
    Tools

    Understanding tire pressure monitoring and management systems

    Emily Markham
    Oct. 7, 2019
    Evaluate the benefits of TPMS and ATIS to choose the best system to fit your fleet.

    Videos & Resources

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    Tools

    Performance-based brake tester: suspension effects

    Sept. 9, 2016
    CVSA approved a new method for DOT inspectors to check commercial vehicle brakes and enforce the minimum brake performance requirements in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation...

    KEY CONTACTS

    Julie Sandru

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    Hendrickson
    Haulmaax Ex 61795a5e13a9d
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Hendrickson Haulmaax EX launched at Autocar

    Oct. 28, 2021
    Haulmaax EX works to provide the versatility needed for trucks and tractors that operate both on- and off-highway.
    Tiremaax Pro Lb Web
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    Hendrickson introduces load-based adjusting trailer tire pressure control system

    Sept. 24, 2021
    TIREMAAX PRO-LB eliminates the guesswork of tire pressure management by monitoring the pressure in the air springs and reacting to changing loads automatically.
    Tiremaax Pro Lb Web
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    TIREMAAX PRO-LB

    Sept. 23, 2021
    Adjusts trailer tire pressure based on load
    Hendrickson
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    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Hendrickson delivers 500,000th STEERTEK axle to J.B. Hunt

    Sept. 8, 2021
    Available in capacities from 8,000 to 14,600 lb. per axle, STEERTEK NXT is approved for on-highway and medium-duty truck, bus, and motor home applications.
    Haulmaax
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Hendrickson HAULMAAX EX available on Kenworth Class 8 models

    Kenworth Truck Company
    July 13, 2021
    In addition to the increased capacity range, the suspension provides a higher site rating and maintains the same weight and durability compared to its predecessor, and utilizes...
    Motor Wheel Drums New
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    Motor Wheel re-colors CentriFuse brake drums

    June 14, 2021
    “Motor Wheel colors Genuine CentriFuse drums blue and CentriFuse heavy-duty drums red,” said Jeff Bates, general manager, Motor Wheel.
    Photo courtesy of Hendrickson
    Sales Academy Landing
    Employees & Training

    Hendrickson launches Dealer Sales Academy

    May 11, 2021
    The training module is comprised of videos, assessments, and related resources to help dealer salespeople understand the features, benefits, and specifications of the company’...
    Steertek Nxt 8 K 09 04 2019 (1)
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    Hendrickson STEERTEK NXT standard on select Kenworth, Peterbilt models

    April 19, 2021
    STEERTEK NXT is now available to order on Kenworth T180, T280, T380, and T480 trucks and Peterbilt Models 535, 536, 537, and 548 trucks as standard equipment with additional capacity...
    Photo: Hendrickson
    Pax Ex Fabricated Torque Rods 10 11 2016 Trans Bolts Covered Hendrickson
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    PRIMAAX EX

    March 25, 2021
    Bushings require no lubrication