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How the Role of the Fleet Maintenance Technician is Evolving
Class 8 trucks are being reimagined to solve today’s most pressing challenges — lowering emissions, increasing fuel efficiency, and improving safety, to name a few — and maintenance technicians need to keep up with a host of additional, specialized skills....
Solar Energy: The Future of Sustainable Manufacturing
Industrial processes account for nearly one-third of global energy consumption, creating immense potential for the transition to renewable energy in the manufacturing sector. As climate change continues to pose significant challenges, the integration of solar power in manufacturing is not just...
5 Ways to Extend Heavy-Duty Electric Truck Range
As the transportation industry continues to focus on sustainability, fleets are increasingly considering heavy-duty electric trucks as part of their operations. Class 8 electric trucks not only help reduce emissions but also align with long-term environmental goals. However, one of...
There is rust all over my spindle, and the hub is difficult to remove. What can I do about it?
Detailed instructions and tips for removal can be found in the ConMet Service Manual for Steer, Drive, and Trailer Hub Assemblies and also the Service Bulletin entitled “Removing Frozen Hubs from the Spindle.”
Aside from outside contamination, this is normal fretting corrosion and is related to the small movements of the bearing against the spindle in service. The effect of fretting can be greatly reduced by applying a coating of grade 2 grease to the spindle bearing journals before installing the hub. In severe cases, the bearing cones will adhere to the spindle and require a special tool to remove the hub.
The spindle can be reconditioned with emery cloth or a fine sand paper to remove the excess rust before installing the hub. Consult your tractor or trailer OEM, or the axle manufacturer in cases of severe spindle damage.
ConMet Showcases Latest Green Solutions at IAA 2024
HANOVER, Germany — September 14, 2024 — ConMet, a global leader in innovative technologies for the commercial vehicle industry, is set to present its latest technologies at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024. Held from September 17-22 in Hanover, this event is the...
Keep Your Fleet On The Road With Regular Preventive Maintenance
July 2023 - Preventive maintenance is the practice of scheduling regular service for a fleet, rather than waiting until a repair is necessary on a broken down and out-of-service vehicle. Regularly servicing vehicles takes the guesswork out of managing the...
Preventative Maintenance: A Critical Step To Managing Your Fleet
Preventive maintenance is the practice of scheduling regular service for a fleet, rather than waiting until a repair is necessary on a broken down and out-of-service vehicle. Regularly servicing vehicles takes the guesswork out of managing the fleet, ultimately saving...
Telematics and the Road to Fleet Maintenance Autonomy
As more organizations are adopting fleet telematics technology, maintenance programs are becoming smarter, more efficient, and more effective. These systems are upping the ante on traditional preventative maintenance by introducing the ability to detect early life wear of critical components that...