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Module 1
Understand the innovation behind ConMet’s PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs.
Module 2
Learn how to leverage the ConMet App to find parts fast and close sales faster.
Module 3
Master real-world sales scenarios and how to position ConMet solutions with confidence.
This course offers significant advantages for sales professionals who are selling wheel hub assemblies in the heavy-duty truck and trailer market. By completing the training, you will be better equipped to educate fleet seeking wheel end solutions, overcome objections, and close more deals with confidence.
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs, including their design, benefits, and applications—making you a trusted advisor to your customers.
Learn how to position PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs as the smarter alternative to conventional hubs — saving your customers time, labor, and money.
Master real-world selling situations where customers are price-sensitive, unsure about part numbers, or planning to rebuild. You’ll learn how to guide them toward better decisions using total cost of ownership.
You’ll learn how to position PreSet Plus as a premium upgrade with added features like the integrated spindle nut and extended warranty—helping you increase average order value.
Discover how to use the app to quickly identify parts, calculate ROI, and close deals faster — even when customers don’t have part numbers.
With over 30 million hubs on the road and 2 million replacements needed annually, you’ll understand the size of the opportunity and how to target the right customers.
Whether you’re talking to technicians, fleet managers, or parts buyers, you’ll speak their language and build trust through technical fluency.
Module 1
Learn how to identify ConMet brake drums using casting marks, part numbers, and date codes. Understand the differences between hub pilot and ball seat wheel mounting systems and how to ensure compatibility.
Module 2
Follow detailed safety procedures for removing brake drums, including proper vehicle support, handling precautions, and contamination control.
Module 3
Master inspection techniques to identify wear patterns, heat damage, cracks, and other conditions that affect drum performance and safety.
Module 4
Discover when and why to replace brake drums, how to select the correct replacement, and the importance of replacing drums and linings in pairs.
Module 5
Explore advanced topics like brake drum balancing, proper storage and handling, and common misconceptions about stud holes and mounting systems.
This course is ideal for technicians, service managers, and anyone involved in brake system maintenance. By completing the training, you’ll gain the confidence and technical fluency to perform brake drum service safely and effectively.
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of ConMet brake drums, including identification, inspection criteria, and service procedures — making you a more capable and trusted technician.
Learn how to properly remove, inspect, and replace brake drums using OEM-approved methods — reducing downtime and preventing costly mistakes.
Master inspection techniques that help you catch early signs of wear, overheating, or improper installation — keeping vehicles on the road longer.
Understand how to identify ConMet drums using casting marks, part numbers, and date codes — and how to match them to the correct wheel mounting system.
Learn how ConMet drums are balanced at the factory and how proper storage and handling can prevent damage and ensure long-term performance.
By completing all five modules, you’ll gain valuable insights into ConMet brake drum systems, service procedures, and best practices. This course is designed to support your understanding of brake components and help you feel more confident when working with drum brake assemblies.
Module 1
Learn how to inspect wheel ends, identify ConMet hubs, and understand the differences between Conventional, PreSet®, and PreSet Plus® assemblies.
Module 2
Follow step-by-step procedures for safe and effective hub disassembly, inspection, and component replacement.
Module 3
Discover best practices for reassembling hubs, including seal installation and bearing placement.
Module 4
Master the correct techniques for reinstalling hubs on the axle, ensuring proper torque and alignment.
Module 5
Understand the importance of proper lubrication and how to apply oil or semi-fluid grease based on hub type.
Module 6
Learn how to inspect, remove, and replace disc brake rotors, including identifying wear patterns and damage.
Module 7
Get detailed guidance on reinstalling calipers, wheels, and torqueing procedures for both hub pilot and ball seat systems.
This course is ideal for technicians, service managers, and anyone involved in wheel end maintenance. By completing the training, you’ll gain the confidence and technical fluency to perform hub service safely and effectively.
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of ConMet hub systems, including inspection intervals, service procedures, and component identification — making you a more capable and trusted technician.
Learn how to properly disassemble, inspect, and reassemble hubs using OEM-approved methods — reducing downtime and preventing costly mistakes.
Master inspection techniques that help you catch early signs of wear, contamination, or improper installation — keeping vehicles on the road longer.
Understand the differences between Conventional, PreSet®, and PreSet Plus® hubs, and how to identify them using casting, machining, and assembly numbers.
Gain the skills to inspect and replace disc brake rotors, identify heat damage, and ensure proper rotor runout and thickness.
By completing all seven modules, you’ll gain valuable insights into ConMet hub systems, service procedures, and best practices. This course is designed to support your understanding of wheel end components and help you feel more confident when working with hub assemblies.
