Within the air brake systems of trucks and trailers, actuators play a vital, but largely unsung, role. Brake actuators are the devices that convert the compressed air force within a truck or trailer's ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio—After three years in the making, TSE Brakes announced the launch of its TSE-Sense Smart Air Brake Actuator during the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Smithereens. That is precisely where you could blow your face to if you make a mistake working on a double-clamp banded spring brake. Good thing they’re not on the market any more, ...

Some 2004-07 Toyota Prius models may produce a squeaking sound when the brake pedal is applied or released. According to Toyota, the noise is most obvious when the key is in the "ready" mode and the ...

TSE Brakes announced a new smart air brake actuator that can diagnose brake issues in real time, including non-functioning brakes, dragging brakes, overstroke conditions, emergency spring failure, ...

CULLMAN, Al. – TSE Brakes recently introduced the new UL-Disc Air Brake Actuators specifically designed for transportation equipment using air disc brakes. “Due to reduced stopping distance ...

The damper actuator, which controls zone dampers, and the air brake is quiet and has a long-life spring return. The air brake has a patent-pending Whisper Motion that offers a quiet operation. The air ...

Q:I have a soft brake pedal problem on my 2006 Ford F-150. I've read several posts about the brake actuator rod being the cause. I removed the two nuts holding the master cylinder in place, but it ...

The most critical component from a safety standpoint is the brake assembly. It’s that finned disc assembly on the 8274 that holds the load on the winch drum. It’s also the one component on the winch ...

Years ago, the NHTSA investigated the Toyota Prius over potential issues with its brake actuator solenoid. It closed that initial investigation when the petitioner withdrew the complaint. Now, a ...