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ConMet launches upgraded training website
Vancouver, Wash. January — 18, 2022 — ConMet is pleased to announce the launch of a new, upgraded online training website. The video-based online training features two courses, Hub 101 and Brake Drum 101, that provides users with essential knowledge...
Why Lightweight Components are Important for Commercial Vehicles
The global commercial vehicle industry is actively seeking solutions to several pressing challenges, including stringent emissions regulations, driver shortages, and the need for enhanced vehicle efficiency. Lightweighting has emerged as a critical strategy, with a focus on reducing vehicle weight...
ConMet Earns PACCAR 10 PPM Award for 2023 Performance
VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 11, 2024 — ConMet, a leading manufacturer of components for the commercial vehicle industry, has earned the prestigious PACCAR 10 PPM Award at multiple manufacturing facilities for the seventh consecutive year. This recognition underscores ConMet's unwavering...
ConMet Releases Service Videos to Share 60 Years of Wheel-End Expertise
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 19, 2024 — ConMet, the industry leader in wheel-end technology for 60 years, is excited to announce the release of their new series of service videos. The ConMet Service Video Series is designed to share ConMet's...
Wheel Ends 101
The wheel end is a critical component of any vehicle, connecting the wheel to the axle and enabling smooth rotation. It consists of key parts like the hub assembly, bearings, seals, and – depending on the braking system – a...
ConMet Marks 60 Years of Innovation and Industry Leadership
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 29, 2024 — ConMet, a trusted partner in the commercial vehicle industry, is proud to kick off a celebration of its 60th anniversary. For six decades, ConMet has been at the forefront of innovation, creating numerous...
Should I remove the spacer from the PreSet hub when I service the hub?
The PreSet spacer is a critical component to the hub design and is needed for PreSet technology to function. The spacer is required to properly space the bearings of a PreSet hub. It is clamped between the two bearing cones with a high spindle nut torque. Using a PreSet or PreSet Plus hub without a PreSet bearing spacer will also render the warranty invalid. Visit the PreSet Plus page for more detailed information about the spacer and PreSet technology.
ConMet’s Nmotion TR 160-45 Wins HDT Top 20 Product Award
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 05, 2024 — ConMet eMobility’s Nmotion™ TR 160-45 has been identified by the editors of Heavy Duty Trucking magazine as one of the most innovative and significant new-product announcements of 2023. The product is being recognized...