Hendrickson upgrades PARALIFT steerable axle system

The Trucker News Services

12/31/2007

HEBRON, Ohio ? Hendrickson Auxiliary Axle Systems has unveiled the newly upgraded 20,000-pound capacity PARALIFT steerable truck lift axle system.

PARALIFT is now available with adjustable ride height and frame width capabilities, according to Paul Brown, marketing manager for Hendrickson Auxiliary Axle Systems.

“Combining unique frame width and ride height spacers with a slotted cross member, PARALIFT’s adjustability enables aftermarket installers and body builders to stock one unit to meet a wide variety of truck configurations,” Brown said.

He noted that the trailing arm beams evolved from a dual paddle, triangular cross-section design to a more efficient single paddle, z-beam configuration.

“The introduction of zero-torsion, trailing-arm bushings help eliminate bushing wind-up and allow for the single air spring configuration,” Brown said. “Repositioning of the stabilizer adds another benefit. The combined impact of the new lift springs design and the repositioned stabilizer increases wheel cut from 18 degrees to more than 25 degrees to help improve maneuverability and tire wear.”

The company said that with a 1,465-pound system weight, the PARALIFT offers a 160-pound weight savings compared to the previous model. It features 12 inches of total travel with nine inches of lift in ride heights from nine to13.5 inches, all in a 28-inch package space. All of these features impact the bottom line substantially, lowering both cost and weight for fleets and operators, Brown said

“The new PARALIFT provides the best possible solution — easy installation, lightweight and best-in-class performance together with Hendrickson’s proven durability and support,” he added.