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Schmitz blitz on chassis and axles
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• Trailer manufacturer Schmitz Cargobull has revealed ambitious UK plans In the run up to the CV Show. The company outlined its strong financial position and the new product range that it hopes will take the company forward.
Schmitz forecasts its UK market penetration to increase by 20% in the next financial year, with sales set to grow to £100m.
Product highlights include the 'Modules' chassis concept, which can be tailored to individual customer needs. The chassis uses spline bats in its construction, as opposed to traditional welding. This allows the user to fa or remove extras such as tail lifts, stanchion pockets and side rails according to their demands.
All chassis parts are fully galvanised before assembly for corrosion protection.
The company is also set to launch its own axle. The Rotes is a complete axle unit that uses an internally ventilated Knorr disc brake, SKF bearings, "Mufti Ride-Height 2" air suspension system and TRU1 hub unit with pressed-in outer ring as well as a brake lining wear display.
Schmitz claims the new axle provides uniform thermal expansion of the disc brakes due to the brake being bolted onto the hub at only a few defined points. This results in less heat being passed to the hub during braking.