VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 22, 2026 — ConMet is expanding its North American aftermarket brake drum portfolio with the launch of new TruCast™ brake drums. These new drums are a ConMet-engineered product designed to deliver reliable performance and long-term durability for commercial vehicle replacement applications.
This new TruCast brake drum offering includes nine part numbers covering common heavy-duty truck and trailer applications, including front and rear configurations across 15-inch and 16.5-inch drum sizes. The new product joins ConMet’s premium TruTurn® brake drum lineup, giving fleets more choice when selecting a ConMet brake drum for replacement needs.
TruTurn brake drums remain ConMet’s top-tier brake drum offering, engineered for customers seeking premium performance and quality. TruCast brake drums expand the lineup with reliable, ConMet-engineered options designed for broad aftermarket coverage and dependable performance.
“Fleets need brake drum options that align with their specific applications, availability requirements, and performance expectations,” said Jeff Larson, vice president of engineering, core products at ConMet. “TruCast brake drums strengthen our North American brake drum portfolio by adding reliable new options backed by ConMet engineering, testing, and quality standards. With premium TruTurn brake drums and new TruCast brake drums, customers now have more flexibility while staying within the ConMet product family.”
TruCast brake drums are manufactured to ConMet’s material and quality standards for durability and are rigorously tested to meet demanding FMVSS 121 and OEM performance requirements.
Key features of the TruCast brake drum:
- Broad coverage across select 15-inch and 16.5-inch drum configurations
- Steer, drive, and trailer application coverage for common heavy-duty vehicle needs
- ConMet-engineered designs built to material and quality standards
- Testing to meet FMVSS 121 and OEM performance requirements
- Standard ConMet warranty coverage for added confidence
The addition of these new TruCast brake drums supports ConMet’s continued focus on the commercial vehicle aftermarket by expanding brake drum coverage while preserving a clear product lineup. Fleets can continue to rely on TruTurn brake drums as ConMet’s premium brake drum offering while adding TruCast brake drums as a reliable option for broader replacement needs.
TruCast brake drums are available now through ConMet’s North American aftermarket distribution network. Customers can contact their ConMet representative for availability, coverage, and ordering information.
For more information, visit conmet.com/brakes.
About ConMet
ConMet, a division of Amsted Industries, has been advancing the commercial vehicle industry since 1964. A leading global provider to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels, ConMet delivers wheel ends, cast metal components, plastic systems, and active aerodynamic devices. Designed, engineered, tested, and manufactured in-house, ConMet’s comprehensive portfolio is built to enhance vehicle efficiency, performance, and sustainability. Standard on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America, ConMet products are increasingly adopted in global markets.
