SECURITY ASTRAU WHEEL LOCKS • A range of commercial vehicle
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wheel locks, aimed at deterring the theft of wheels and tyres, has been introduced by Astrali Accessories (Midlands) of Aldridge, West Midlands.
The Astrali wheel lock is fitted by inserting the key into the barrel and removing the outer cylinder. A cadmium plated nut is then fitted to tb wheel stud and the outer cyl inder is replaced. When the key is removed the cylinder revolves on the nut, deterrir removal.
Astrali wheel locks are CLE rently in use with some of ti leading commercial vehicle operators and are claimed to be an ideal form of security.
Astrali can be contacted oi 0922 57742.
EQUAL PRESSURE • Hawldey, the Hampshirebased weighbridge manufactt ers, has developed a new, twin-tyre, pressure equalisin: system.
The Tyre Tamer is a stenmounted equaliser incorporat ing a cut-off valve and a pressure indicator capable of detecting pressure variations of as low as 0.2 Bar (3 psi). Both tyres are linked by a reinforced nylon connecting hose.
Hawkley claims its Tyre Tamer can increase tyre life on twin wheels by up to 309k as well as saving fuel. It also improves braking and road holding and reduces the risk heat build-up caused by unequal tyre pressures, which can lead to a blowout. The visual indicator also simplifies tyre checking.
A Tyre Tamer can be easi fitted, and removed by a driver when changing a whee It is available direct from Hawldey (0730 892106) or from appointed dealers. Prick for a pair is £85, although Hawkley says this can be sig nificantly reduced on large fleet orders.