Bauer's Model 6057 aircraft brake assembly test stand is designed to provide accurate testing of aircraft brake assemblies. The stainless steel stand features a modular design consisting of a pump and ...

What if you could find out in 10 minutes or less precisely how each and every one of your tractor-trailer's brakes is working? You'd know how much force they're producing to stop the rig, individually ...

• Extends the amount of time freight rail equipment can be left off-air—parked with its air brake system depressurized—from four hours to up to 24 hours before requiring a new brake inspection. This ...

Norfolk Southern has filed a petition with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a waiver of compliance from certain provisions of federal railroad safety regulations regarding refresher ...

Each August, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) promotes Brake Safety Week. During this week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors focus on identifying brake violations and taking commercial ...

From the August 2008 issue of Car and Driver. All of us who have explored the envelope of a high-performance car know how much confidence comes from a great braking system. But what exactly makes a ...

Equipment trailer brake mis-adjustments and failures can dramatically increase stopping distances, resulting in increased chance of collisions or loss of control. Properly maintaining your trailer ...

New compositions for brake pad materials have been driven by environmental regulations and the need for enhanced braking systems. Studies on the impact of different materials on the durability, ...

Why would anyone choose cable-actuated disc brakes in 2025? It’s a fair question. There’s a reason why hydraulic disc brakes have become the industry standard. Purely from a performance standpoint, ...

It’s a fair bet that most tractor owners wouldn’t have a clue about the braking efficiency of their trailers or other trailed equipment. But as road speeds increase, and greater loads are towed, many ...