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LED AUTOLAMPS New lighting catalogues from LED Autolamps
GATES DAF goes the Gates way with heavy duty quality
CORTECO Corteco oil seals pack strong punch for garages
TRW Safety & Performance - it’s all in the pads
MAHLE Victor Reinz - Brought to you by Mahle
TTC 40 Years of servicing you
and much more inside!
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ISSUE 09
CONTENTS The complete line-up for this issue of On Route
View On Route Magazine on the go on your electronic divices by visiting www.gtruck.co.uk/onroute
05 INDUSTRY NEWS Next generation testing transition rollout for 2016
09 TRUCKTEC CLUTCH New clutch range from TruckTEC
12 LED AUTOLAMPS New lighting catalogues from LED Autolamps
14 GATES DAF goes the Gates way with heavy duty quality
16 CORTECO Corteco oil seals pack strong punch for garages
07
10
MANN-FILTER A MANN-FILTER makeover for all vehicle lovers!
20 HELLA
BORG & BECK Borg & Beck breaks new ground
BEHR HELLA - A decade of joint venture progress
22 G-TRUCK GROUPAUTO, and G-Truck distribution operation
31 MANBAT What might be round the corner?
32 BTN TURBO BTN Warranty claims thoroughly investigated
34 TRW Safety & Performance - it’s all in the pads
37 PLATINUM BATTERIES CV & PSV Batteries - New demands
24
TRUCKTEC AIR SPRINGS Leading the way on own brand Air Springs
26
G-TRUCK DISTRIBUTOR DPF Filter Cleaning from David Huggett’s
38 MAHLE Victor Reinz - Brought to you by Mahle
43 TTC 40 Years of servicing you
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Did you know...
...Valeo provides the Aftermarket with one of the largest and most complete product and service offerings.
Did you know ... Valeo covers braking systems, lighting systems, thermal systems, A/C systems, transmission systems, electrical systems, security systems and wiper systems.
Did you know ... Valeo’s range consists of over 1000 part numbers covering trucks, coaches, buses, agricultural vehicles and LCVs.
Did you know ... Valeo products are available for the most popular vehicle manufacturers in the UK including Mercedes, Volvo, Scania, DAF, Iveco, MAN and Renault.
Did you know ... Valeo will be exhibiting at this year’s Commercial Vehicle show at the NEC, Birmingham from 26-28 April. Visit us on Stand No. 4F55 to see our extensive range.
Valeo, your commercial vehicle multi-specialist www.valeoservice.co.uk
Next Generation Testing transition rollout for 2016
In geographic locations where Next
during specific time bands, 24 hours a
present any vehicle for our examiner to
Generation Testing (NGT) has yet to be
day, 7 days a week. Exceptions to this
test. This will allow you to manage your
released, ATFs will be managed locally
will be Christmas Day, Boxing Day and
test lane efficiently and effectively and
by custodian Station Managers.
New Years Day.
your customers appropriately.
We’ll be accelerating the rollout of NGT
ATFs should make sure that DVSA staff
All scheduling will be undertaken
staff, to provide an early opportunity
are fully utilised for any booked and
through the Swansea-based scheduling
for DVSA to offer a flexible, versatile
requested testing period. NBMs will
team. Any amendments or additional
service to ATFs. Early indications
monitor the utilisation of our staff and
time will have to be requested from
suggest that we will have all areas
advise and guide ATFs on effective
the scheduling team. Testing network
staffed under NGT terms and conditions
utilisation and test lane loading as
managers, or the examiners themselves,
by summer 2016.
necessary.
won’t have the jurisdiction to make these
amendments
because
the
Flexible testing times structured around your needs
Present any vehicle during your testing period
scheduling team time-manage the
Once ATFs have signed up to the NGT
You don’t need to give our examiners
ATF sites.
2015 contract, they’ll be able to request
a daily work programme, as we’ll aim
vehicle testing via the scheduling team
to offer a testing period where you can
vehicle standards assessors’ allocation to
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For all vehicle lovers.
The actual conversion of vehicles may differ from those illustrated.
The big MANN-FILTER conversion campaign at we-love-machines.com
Join de Mars and n va Lina nversion. Jo Scholz for the co
Vote now and win at we-love-machines.com Four unbelievable vehicles. Only one of them will become a reality. You decide which. Vote for your favourite and win fantastic prizes at we-love-machines.com! MANN-FILTER – the right choice for those who love vehicles. MANN-FILTER – Perfect parts. Perfect service. www.mann-filter.com
A MANN-FILTER makeover for all vehicle lovers! At the end of the voting, the most popular machine will be sourced and put into the experienced hands of TV presenter
and
automotive
mechatronics technician Lina van de Mars and automotive expert Jo Scholz at Jo’s KFZ Service in Berlin, to begin the conversion process. "For all vehicle lovers" - is a MANN-FILTER campaign in which participants
"Lina and Jo are enthusiastic about
will decide whether a tractor, a bus, a
everything on four wheels and are
Incentives to participate in the
wheel loader or a truck will receive a
therefore perfectly suited to our new
campaign voting include 20 trips to
unique makeover.
campaign, which is aimed at everyone
Berlin for the campaign finale in June
who loves machines," says Jörg Engels,
2016 and 20 Bose® SoundLink®
A vehicle of the chosen type will be
MANN+HUMMEL's
Director
Bluetooth® Speaker III.
professionally converted at the end of
Management
the
the
aftermarket.
Europe-wide
campaign. The
in
Brand
automotive For full details on the campaign visit www.we-love-machines.com
machine will then be auctioned for a The conversion of the vehicle and the
good cause.
progress of the campaign can be Between January 11th and February
followed and commented on by
21st 2016, UK participants can vote for
participants and interested parties via
their favourite among the four
MANN-FILTER on social network sites
available vehicle types, on the website
facebook.com/mannfilter
www.we-love-machines.com.
youtube.com/user/MANNFILTERde.
or
The big MANN-FILTER conversion campaign at we-love-machines.com
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Commercial Vehicle Clutch Kits
Available only from your G-Truck distributor • No Surcharge • 2 year/200,000 mile warranty • Quality you can rely on • Manufactured to OE specifications
The choice for CV Clutch
New Clutch Range From TruckTEC Exclusively available from G-Truck Distributors TruckTEC now offers an exclusive range of CV aftermarket clutches, developed specifically for GROUPAUTO G-Truck members by a major UK based manufacturer. This comprehensive range of LCV and CV clutch components includes: > Over 200 CV part numbers
> No surcharge for hassle free handling and processing
> Sizes from 229mm to 420mm
> Covers Japanese and European applications
> 2 year/ 200,000 mile warranty
> Range includes push, pull, twin plate and hydraulic bearing type clutches.
Every unit is manufactured to exacting
all aspects of the operation from R&D
pressures that are present in today fast
OE levels of quality and specifications
to warranties and testing. All new
moving
and follow the strict system specifica-
additions to the range also have to
environment. Their mission statement
tions set out in the ISO9001 Quality
undertake these stringent approval
is clear “The group’s aim is to use its
Standard. These standards ensure that
procedures to guarantee consistency
expertise to supply customers with
the TruckTEC range is manufactured to
of product. The supplier has in fact
value-added
the same Level 3 requirements used by
been supplying clutches and clutch
ensuring the offer provides additional
all first tier automotive suppliers.
components for over 30 years' and their
value to the customer’s business, there-
Additional product tests are carried
core business lies overseas, supplying
fore remaining the customer’s supplier
out in-house with specialist test
clutches and clutch components to the
of choice.” They understand the need to
machinery for bearing load, pressure
automotive aftermarkets in North and
supply a quality component against
plate lift, bearing travel, clamp load
South America, Africa, Australasia, and
strict commercial constraints, and have
and drive plate run-out testing; to
across Europe, with around 80,000
specially adapted their own business
further ensure the integrity of our
components
operations to be able to offer GROU-
products.
month.
being
shipped
each
commercial
components
engineered
products;
PAUTO a complete range of clutch solutions from a single supplier.
GROUPAUTO’s clutch supplier have
The clutch supplier excels in delivering
comprehensive testing facilities in
the highest level of service to GROU-
their UK based engineering and
PAUTO, does so in a highly professional
testing facilities site in the Midlands,
manner, and can supply and react
with dedicated personnel looking after
rapidly to counter the commercial
Contact your local G-Truck distributor for more information and stock. Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor to find your local part distributor.
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BORG & BECK
BREAKS NEW GROUND During its illustrious 100-year plus history, the Borg &Beck
In addition, the CV range has been designed to
brand, which is a byword for engineering excellence and
incorporate a number of key features that will benefit
renowned for its original equipment (OE) pedigree, has
both GROUPAUTO members and the technicians they
been a prominent OE supplier to many CV manufacturers,
supply to. These include the fact that they are new and not
so its return to the heavy duty sector, is a logical
remanufactured components, which are manufactured to
development.
match or exceed OE specification, and Borg & Beck’s headquarters and distribution centre operates under
As would be expected from such a respected supplier, the
stringent quality control and inspection procedures that
Borg & Beck CV range, which initially consists of Clutch,
ensures the products are fully aftermarket compliant.
Steering, Braking and Rotating components, adheres to the company’s universal principles of offering premium
Another benefit is the packaging, which is strong and
quality replacement components, with the depth of range
robust, so ensures that workshops will receive the
and product availability the trade requires, backed up
components in first class condition and is consistent in its
with excellent customer service.
design and presentation, which demonstrates an attention to detail that is important to members with an eye on their marketing, as well as the quality of the components they supply.
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These clearly branded CV Drums provide factors and workshops with the assurance of premium quality and instant recognition, which why they too come with a 12-month warranty against any manufacturing defects.
CV Steering Components Steering & Suspension is a core product group for FLG, in fact under its First Line brand, it is the UK’s leading aftermarket supplier for passenger cars and light
CV Clutch Programme
commercial vehicles. The Borg & Beck CV Steering range
To emphasise its total commitment to quality, Borg & Beck
builds on these firm foundations to provide the CV
and Eaton, one of the world’s most recognised medium and
sector with a 380 reference-strong solution for all
heavy-duty clutch suppliers, have agreed a strategic
popular drag links, tie rods, torque rods, stabiliser links,
partnership that underpins the entire Borg & Beck CV Clutch
V-stays and associated tie rod ends (ball joints), the
programme.
majority of which are E-coat painted to ensure excellent corrosion resistance for up to 10 years.
Eaton’s unsurpassed reputation for product reliability, durability and performance has now been combined with
All of these components are manufactured to exacting
the product development and warranty management
OE specifications at production facilities that operate
capabilities of the Borg & Beck in-house clutch testing and
under ISO TS16949, as well as ISO9001:2000 standards,
research facility, to provide an OE engineered clutch solution
and for added traceability, Borg & Beck branding
for the CV aftermarket.
features on all end caps.
The initial range consists of 52 part numbers, covering
CV Rotating Electrics
430mm diameter applications, with 395mm and 362mm
These new, outright purchase CV Starters and Alterna-
diameter additions coming soon. This consolidated offering
tors are manufactured to OE specification and are fully
maximises coverage and investment and comes with a
product tested to provide a range that comes without
24-month,
the inconvenience of having to exchange core or the
unlimited
mileage
warranty
against
any
manufacturing defects.
cost of having to pay a surcharge.
CV Brake Drums
The initial range of 60 references covers the majority of
As one of the UK’s fastest growing aftermarket braking
popular applications and comes with a 24-month,
suppliers, Borg & Beck knows a thing or two about the
unlimited mileage warranty against manufacturing
subject, which is why its range of CV Brake Drums demand to
defects.
be taken seriously. Manufactured in Europe to exacting OE specifications that
For more information about the Bor CV range,
match all the original item’s weights and dimensions, the
contact your local G-TRUCK Distributor - Visit
range of more than 110 references covers all popular truck,
www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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New Lighting Catalogues from LED Autolamps LED Autolamps have released a series of new catalogues for 2016, in support of their huge range of commercial vehicle lighting. With one of the most comprehensive choices of LED vehicle lighting in Europe, the LED Autolamps product range provides complete lighting solutions, including; rear lamps, marker lamps, interior lighting, work lamps, warning lamps and harness systems – fully catering for all types of commercial
The launch of the specialist Interior Lamps catalogue
and heavy-duty vehicles.
introduces a brand new aluminium strip lamps series; totalling fifteen part numbers, ranging from 260mm to
A big expansion of all areas of their product range
770mm, and available in three different colour variants.
has seen this year’s catalogue release split into three
These interior strips feature an optional touch sensitive
separate brochures; Rear Lamps & Marker Lamps,
on/off button, highly durable aluminium housings and
Interior Lighting and Work Lamps. Designed to give
effective light outputs of up to 800 lumens.
improved category distinction and create a clear and simple means of finding the lamps you need for
For more information on any of the LED Autolamps exclusive
each specific application.
product ranges, or to request a new catalogue, please contact your local G-Truck distributor.
The new Rear Lamps & Marker Lamps catalogue
www.gtruck.co.uk/distributors
introduces a number of brand new and exclusive lamp releases - including the 280 and 460 series rear lamps; suitable for a wide range of vehicle and trailer applications, these lamps are available in single modules or combination units. Featuring 12/24V versatility and an extended warranty of 5 years, these lamps are designed and manufactured to LED Autolamps’ strict quality standards, and are available through no other supplier. - 12 -
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You are on the right road
Japanese ingenuity? German solidity? Swiss precision? no need to look further Lumag is the right reliable road to success.
www.lumagltd.co.uk
DAF goes the Gates way with heavy duty quality
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With fleet engineers increasingly looking to the
truck/bus manufacturer and cross referenced according
aftermarket
and
to OE part numbers, which guarantees precise product
maintenance costs, it’s the suppliers with an OE pedigree
identification and ease of part selection by their local
that are the ones taking the lead in sales of replacement
parts distributor.
to
help
control
their
service
parts. The Gates catalogue gives detailed product information Gates, already a preferred supplier for most of Europe’s
on Gates Extra Service belts, tensioners, idlers and kits. For
major heavy duty vehicle manufacturers, has recently
convenience, the most common makes/models are
become the OE choice for Auxiliary Belt Drive Systems on
clearly indicated. Installer support is provided through
a range of DAF trucks. The superior performance and
the
longer operational lifetimes of Gates parts were among
(www.GatesTechZone.com). Installers find that regular
the reasons specified for the switch from the original
consultation helps to ensure a first time fit on trucks and
brand in each particular case.
buses, increases efficiency and keeps downtime to a
online
technical
tool,
Gates
TechZone
minimum - eliminating the need for unnecessary CV distributors will be pleased to note that DriveAlign
rectification work.
Tensioners and Micro-V Belts are already available in kits as replacement parts for these DAF applications, which
Distributors are experiencing the benefits, too, in terms of
includes models in the DAF XF 105 (nine) XF 95 (two) and
increased satisfaction amongst customers and less time
CF 85 (ten) range. This switch by DAF supports a
lost on administration.
developing
trend
among
the
leading
vehicle
manufacturers and is a clear demonstration to workshop
For the record, Gates Heavy Duty Kits are available for
managers that Gates products are the parts that they can
with a range of engine codes for DAF XF 105 models (410,
trust in order to protect their investments.
460, 510), DAF XF 95 (560) and CF 85 (360, 410, 460 and 510).
Installers who prefer to work with OE part numbers rather than applications will find that the latest Gates Heavy
For stock & pricing contact your local G-TRUCK
Duty Catalogue satisfies that desire. It includes a
Distributor - Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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CORTECO OIL SEALS PACK STRONG PUNCH FOR GARAGE BUSINESS A new approach to CV oil seal distribution by Corteco
Corteco, the automotive aftermarket distribution arm of
means that commercial vehicle workshops could soon
Freudenberg, is on one hand one of the world’s largest
be making fewer orders from dealerships, while
manufacturers of sealing solutions for OE fit, while on
continuing to have access to the same OE quality oil
the other, it is a supplier with a reputation for
seals for their truck and trailer fleets.
developing innovative OE sealing solutions for truck and trailer manufacturers.
It’s a change that offers fleet engineers significant savings in maintenance costs across a wide range of
For example, heavy duty vehicles that operate in
vehicle applications and is one that also provides a new
quarries operate around the clock are continually
revenue stream for G-Logix customers at healthy
exposed to much greater amounts of dust, moisture and
margins.
general physical debris than are any vehicles that use the roads. So, when OE manufacturers were looking for
Sales and marketing manager Steve Jarnet explains that
a sealing solution that could continue to ensure vehicle
Corteco’s OE connections plus the market intelligence
reliability over the long term, cope with the
supplied by its sister companies throughout Europe has
circumferential speeds involved and provide greater
allowed development of a substantial database,
resistance to conditions that generate heavy soiling and
highlighting the oil seals most likely to require
contamination, Freudenberg engineers responded by
replacement throughout the European truck and trailer
developing the K7 Sealing System.
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The K7 Sealing System is a self-contained wheel hub seal that’s supplied in cassette form. It has since been widely adapted for use in commercial vehicles and bus fleets. The K7 Sealing System incorporates labyrinth seal protection, which helps prevent seal contamination that could otherwise compromise performance and affect vehicle reliability. Now Corteco has used the strength of its product innovation programmes and its OE pedigree to develop an extensive range of OE quality replacement wheel hub seals. The most popular wheel hub seal applications are now
Source the Corteco wheel hub sealing solution from
available
of
G-Logix. They are a perfect fit for customers with mixed
Freudenberg OE quality know-how, but do so at
fleets to maintain and one OE quality standard to
aftermarket prices.
deliver.
through
G-Logix. Take
advantage
For stock & pricing contact your local G-TRUCK Distributor - Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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Trust Corteco the expert in
SEALING FOR TRUCKS CSWS® Composite seals with integrated sensor. Advantages: Evolution of the C-SEAL Integrated encoder and sensor to communicate with electronic devices
C-SEALS® &RPSRVLWH VHDOV ZLWK LQWHJUDWHG ÁDQJH Advantages: Easy and precise mounting to avoid axial misalignment
RWDS® Seal with integrated sensor. Advantages: More compact than CSWS Lightweight design Easy and precise mounting
ESS® Energy Saving Seal Combines PTFE design with FKM (Viton) compound, improving performance and OHDGLQJ WR D VLJQLÀFDQW IULFWLRQ UHGXFWLRQ Advantages: Reduction in fuel and oil consumption, as well as CO2 emissions ,PSURYHG G\QDPLF VHDOLQJ HIÀFLency (visco pump principle)
CASCO® Seal with ESS technology integrated into a cassette. CASCO seals generate less friction thanks to the advanced “axial” sealing lip design. Advantages: Greater control of CO2 - Lower emission levels Longer lasting, despite extreme working conditions
GAS-LIP® Valve stem seal with gas-lip technology to reduce the "blow-by-effect". Advantages: Optimization of oil consumption 6LJQLÀFDQW UHGXFWLRQ LQ H[KDXVW JDV emissions
BEHR HELLA SERVICE A DECADE OF JOINT VENTURE PROGRESS Behr Hella Service is celebrating a successful decade of a joint venture partnership which brought together the OE expertise of Behr, vehicle air conditioning and engine cooling parts, and
HELLA’s
organisation,
worldwide creating
a
sales vibrant
partnership that has expanded and extended its global reach. In the UK, over the past three years, the company has more than doubled its sales turnover. The Behr Hella Service joint venture product range now encompasses over 7,000
separate
parts,
for
vehicle
air-conditioning and engine cooling with the company becoming the partner of choice for the independent automotive aftermarket globally. The products
are
ideally
suited
for
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“We are a genuine one-stop shop for the independent
car market across Western Europe as well as establishing
aftermarket”, said Head of Business Development – Behr
itself around the globe in Asia Pacific, North and South
Hella Service, Steve Hudson at HELLA Limited. ”Our
America and South Africa.
success in doubling sales turnover is testament to having the right product, at the right time, at the right price and we will continue to expand our product portfolio. Our products are of OE quality and deliver an alternative range to customers.”
For more information about the products available from HELLA or Behr Hella Service visit hella.co.uk.
Class leading logistics delivering non-stop availability is
For stock & pricing contact your local G-TRUCK
complimented by attractive sales support and practical
Distributor - Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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GROUPAUTO, and the G-Truck distribution operation. The G-Truck brand is going from strength to strength in the CV parts market. What is G-Truck all about, how does it help CV workshops and how can it help commercial vehicle fleets and owner drivers?
Top Truck CV workshops. This makes our network an ideal source of parts and service right across the country ideal for fleet operators who could benefit providing
from an
national
contracts
‘aftermarket
OE
equivalent’ - an alternative parts source but offering the same quality as the OE manufacturers. In fact Top Truck
“We have around 100 G-Truck CV parts
UK is part of our European workshops
distributors around the UK and they
programme which has over 500
supply parts to our national network of
members.
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There is also the added bonus of
“A G-Truck distributor can supply parts
buying quality parts for different
for all makes of commercial vehicles so
makes of CV’s all from one source
if a customer has a mixed fleet it makes
“First and foremost we insist that
rather than having to shop around. A
life easier to get all the parts needed
GROUPAUTO distributors supply OE
vehicle main dealer for example, may
from one outlet. Not only that, but
quality CV parts and accessories. The
know little if anything about trailer
G-Truck will have the expertise to
reason being is that we believe that CV
parts whereas a GROUPAUTO member
supply for trailers as well as trucks. So if
operators should have peace of mind
will – everything from trailer brake
you need brake shoes, brake chambers
when it comes to product reliability
chambers, slack adjusters, brake shoes
and slack adjusters for a trailer or a
and vehicle safety. We firmly believe
and susies right through to reflectors
lightbar, directional LEDs and beacons
that all parts supplied through G-Truck
and
for a tractor unit, you can get them all
should be of equivalent quality to O.E.
distributors
manufactured versions. There are
warranty packages. Don’t forget, we
several reasons for this. Although our
have nationwide coverage too, so
parts are very competitively priced we
there will always be a GROUPAUTO
might not always be the cheapest, but
distributor nearby.”
Why O.E. quality parts, what about cheaper options?
lighting
requirements.
also
offer
Our
excellent
service life possible and to be reliable,
Does GROUPAUTO have its own brand of products? “Yes, we are actively developing our
we expect parts supplied through G-Truck to provide the very best
from one place.”
own brands - for example we have What about the smaller fleets and owner operators?
recently
introduced
our TruckTEC
brand of air springs manufactured for
helping to avoid VOR situations and
These groups are a very important and
us by Tiptopol who have twenty years’
helping to maintain a vehicle in its
a large part of our customer base. They
experience of air spring production.
safest operating condition.”
can often run slightly older vehicles,
We worked with them to develop the
say three years old or more and
range and to ensure only the best
therefore
additional
quality springs are supplied. The range
maintenance compared to newer
currently covers 400 popular makes,
vehicles. Supplying these operators
including Volvo, Scania, MAN, and BPW
“Yes, that’s one of our big advantages.
with OE quality parts and warranties to
to name just a few.”
Unlike
suit is a bonus.”
Do GROUPAUTO distributors cater for mixed fleets and trailers?
most
main
dealers
a
may
require
GROUPAUTO distributor can provide
For more information visit www.gtruck.co.uk
parts and advice for trailers as well as
Why choose a G-Truck
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LEADING THE WAY ON OWN BRAND AIR SPRINGS Tiptopol is one of the leading European manufacturers of pneumatic suspension components for truck and bus. Their twenty years’ experience in air spring production, supported by excellent
results
in
international
endurance tests, has allowed them to create a family of air springs which meet the highest European standards. Components which now form part of the international product range from GROUPAUTO
as
part
of
their
components Brand - TruckTEC. All
TruckTEC
products
are
characterised by increased durability and endurance, due to the use of specially
modified
materials
and
manufacturing processes, all delivered by leading European manufacturers. The results of tests on the TruckTEC range
of
pneumatic
suspension
solutions, performed in the company’s laboratories, confirm the excellent properties of these offerings. Ongoing research proves that TruckTEC air springs
meet
specifications
all and
technical performance
requirements, even after 7,000,000 cycles. Tiptopol’s
advanced
research
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> > > > > > >
public transport depots and private
robustness of all of their component
transport companies across Europe.
parts, all of which is designed to
Regular inspection of production
deliver;
processes, constant re-qualification of
> Very high strength systems with
products, and acceptance testing on
excellent resistance to wear
all raw materials and components,
> Very good operating characteristics
assure the best quality results in the
across a wide temperature range
market. All new component design
> High resistance to other external
work is based on the APQP system
factors (including ozone, salt, and
supported by the ISO TS 16949:2009.
sunlight) > Very long-life - Failure free in
Matched OE Quality Air Springs Free fitting kit
Every single TruckTEC air spring
3 Year Guarantee
leaving the production department
More than 400 References
undergoes a full pressure test, with any
Over 25 years experience
faulty product being rejected and
Neoprene technology
normal use > Excellent resistivity and flexibility with full gas-tight performance
scrapped. Moreover, randomly chosen
The TruckTEC
air
destruction
includes more than 400 of the most
testing, which enables the engineers
popular references on the market –
and fibre composites used as part of
to ensure the components easily meet
including Volvo, Scania, BPW, Freight-
the TruckTEC pneumatic systems.
all performance demands. This process
liner, SAF, RVI, MAN and many others.
Detailed analysis is also conducted at
ensures
Air
TruckTEC Air Springs are exclusively
the plant of all metal and plastic
suspension components are fully up to
available from your local G-Truck
components which form part of the
specification, fully tested, and 100%
Distributor. To find your local distribu-
final
reliable.
tor visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distribu-
100% pressure control
assembly,
which
is
also
springs
undergo
that
all
TruckTEC
Air
Spring
range
tors.
exhaustively tested. The high demand for strength in the rubber components
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through intensive fatigue testing.
For stock & pricing contact your A very substantial part of what the TruckTEC, as well as ensuring the highest possible product quality, is
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Tiptopol R&D department delivers to
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very high level technical support. This is based on their detailed knowledge of all components, derived from both
TruckTEC air springs are supplied for
production and from pre and post
use in both truck and bus suspensions
testing, both in the labs and in
and are characterised by the very high
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Does your vehicle comply with Low Emission Zone standards? The Low Emission Zone
How does it operate?
(LEZ)
of
There are no barriers or
information
and
toll booths within the LEZ.
Driver
operates 24 hours a day,
Instead, cameras will read
Licensing Agency (DVLA),
tells
every day of the year. It
your number plate as you
the Driver and Vehicles
whether
was introduced in 2008 to
drive within the LEZ and
Standards Agency (DVSA -
meets the LEZ emissions
encourage
check
formerly VOSA), generic
standards, is exempt, is
vehicle
data
registered for a discount,
covers
Greater
polluting
most
London
the
most
heavy
diesel
it
database
against of
our
registered
from
and
weight
the
Vehicle
operators
who
have
registered with us. This us
automatically your
vehicle
vehicles driving in the
vehicles. This database is
typical of the make and
or if you've already paid
Capital to become cleaner.
compiled
model, and drivers and
the daily charge.
using
DPF comes clean with David Huggett Motor Factors
All filter installations must be serviced at reasonable intervals and service levels vary, but once or twice annually are expected or whenever indicated by a vehicles exhaust monitoring system. Our in-house DPF Filter Cleaning service for all sizes of filters uses the latest FSX American DPF Pneumatic Bi directional air scanning technology that cleans all sizes of DPF from both ends simultaneously.
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Using
cutting
edge
Diesel Particulate Filter to
To obtain the best life for your DPF check the following;
nearly
1. Is the warning light illuminated?
technology,
we
can
restore and maintain your new
condition.
With a quick turnaround
2. Does the driver check the warning light?
of 24hrs or SAMEDAY if
3. Is there a loss of power?
collected early morning.
4. Is there excessive fuel consumption?
This enables a Diesel
5. Can you see ‘dirty smoke’ from your
Particulate Filter to be cleaned and kilned whilst a
vehicle
is
exhaust tailpipe? 6. Is there a ‘back pressure’ build up?
being
serviced. We will collect
If any of the above problems occur, your
your DPF filter within a 50 mile radius or you
filter definitely requires cleaning – all
can send your filter to us by courier for the rest
filters have a finite life – let us extend the
of Uk. We will deliver your back in nearly new
filter life and save you money.
condition and guarantee the job will be completed more thoroughly, professionally, efficiently and quicker than any other company offering this service in the South East
There is a complete audit trail from collection
of England.
of the filter to delivering the same filter back to you. If we find your DPF can not be
We have the full range of diagnostic fault
refurbished, as a main distributor of Dinex
finding equipment to analyse any problems
Limited emission exhausts and DPF filters we
with DPF. We test your filter for back pressure
can offer you a quote on a replacement.
both before and after cleaning. The pressure cleaned filter is then regenerated in a kiln at 600ºC for 2 hours with a total time in the kiln of 6 hours. We then take it from the kiln and
Call today for more information
pressure clean the filter again.
or to receive a quotation call 01992 762519.
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Peace of mind this far from home comes naturally with Gates heavy duty systems.
GATES HEAVY DUTY SYSTEMS THAT GO THE DISTANCE Check out Gates expertise for yourself at www.gatestechzone.com
BETTER WHERE IT COUNTS THE MOST
MIN. VIBRATION. MAX. DURABILITY.
Our latest commercial vehicle clutch discs are designed for the ultimate in performance and longevity. By using six large damping springs (instead of eight small ones) plus a first stage damping device, our latest commercial vehicle clutch discs are designed to absorb more torsional vibration than ever before, increasing drive and comfort whilst improving economy and emissions. By lining them with our advanced HD 30 PLUS friction material, they also last longer! You want more? We can help! www.repxpert.co.uk | www.schaeffler-aftermarket.co.uk
What might be round the corner? Although workshops that deal with
Modern batteries such as the Lucas
the service and repair of passenger
and
cars will be becoming more familiar
designed with a high cyclic capacity
with micro hybrid vehicles (those
and are therefore ideal for the
fitted with a stop-start system), to
demands
of
date the technology has not really
vehicles
with
been relevant in the heavy duty
requirements, as well as for those that
sector.
feature a stop-start engine, like the
Numax
Supreme
high
CV
are
performance
large
power
new Cummins unit. Granted, some light commercial vehicles (LCV), such as the Mercedes
High output capacity and cyclic
Sprinter and the Ford’s Transit
performance
ECOnetic, incorporate a stop-start
through the design of the lead plates
system, but beyond these and
and their number. The Lucas and
similar LCV examples, the typical CV
Numax Supreme CV features multiple
workshop has had little exposure to
plates that have been punched out of
For stock & pricing contact your
the technology. However, with the
solid lead sheet to provide the most
local G-TRUCK Distributor - Visit
launch of Cummins’ new stop-start
efficient method of power transfer, to
www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
system for its ISB engines, things
allow workshops to fit these batteries
could be about to change.
with confidence.
are
linked,
both For further details of the products in its range or for general battery advice, visit www.manbat.co.uk.
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BTN warranty claims thoroughly investigated BTN Turbo only supplies turbos that are 100% OE, so you can be confident they’ll perform correctly and work reliably. Every turbo
supplied
by
BTN,
new
or
remanufactured, is 100% OE – your assurance
of
reliable,
on-spec
performance. That’s backed by a two-year guarantee against manufacturing defects, plus BTN’s No Quibble guarantee for diesel heavy
The majority of failures are oil-related, and
commercials. If a unit supplied by BTN fails
diagnosis usually requires BTN’s specialist
for whatever reason within 12 months of
test equipment. They take photos to show
purchase, they’ll replace it free of charge –
how the parts are damaged, and their
no arguments.
report explains the cause – typically oil contamination, starvation or leaks.
So when they receive a warranty claim, how does BTN resolve it? To ensure the
When external issues such as oil problems
process is scrupulously fair and accurate,
caused the failure, their report will help
they start by checking the part number, to
you find the fault, so you can rectify it
ensure it’s a BTN-supplied turbo and not a
before fitting another turbo.
counterfeit unit. Sometimes the fault is obvious, such as damaged turbine blades
To make sure you benefit from this
and vanes. With the blades rotating at up
award-winning standard of service, make
to 360,000 rpm, even a tiny part sucked
sure you order a turbo supplied by BTN
into the turbo can cause terminal damage.
Turbo.
www.btnturbo.com. For stock & pricing contact your local G-TRUCK Distributor - Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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www.gtruck.co.uk/onroute
QUALITY COUNTS
Safety and performance – it’s all in the pads
fade caused by the overheating of brake components, and are able to recover quickly from immersion (wet brakes are less effective). Unlike a drum brake, the disc brake has no self-servo effect and the braking force is always proportional to the pressure placed on the braking pedal or lever. Due to the very nature of commercial vehicles, as well as the weight they carry, they demand a greater braking performance and the disc brake system fits the bill. And last but certainly not least is the fact that vehicles using this combination can utilise pioneering anti lock braking technology. Disc-style brakes began in England in the1890’s with the
The brake pads are designed for high friction with brake
first ever automobile disc brakes patented in Birmingham
pad material embedded in the disc in the process of
in 1902. It took another half century for this innovation to
bedding while wearing evenly. The pads work with a very
be widely adopted and another 80 years or so before the
thin layer of their own material and generate a
disc brake was fitted to a commercial vehicle, with Renault
uid friction boundary that creates the actual braking force.
introducing the first at OE level in c.1983. The product
So the quality and composition of the compound used is
followed into the aftermarket soon after.
pivotal.
This was a major breakthrough in the commercial vehicle
The higher the quality of the pad used, the less it should
world because it meant that for the first time there was an
have to be changed, therefore reducing downtime of the
alternative to the traditional drum and shoe braking
vehicle. And when it comes to brake pads, the most impor-
system – and this opened up a whole host of
tant part is the friction material that’s used, so it pays
opportunities for vehicle and parts manufacturers alike.
dividends to use a quality pad from a leading braking
semi-liq-
manufacturer, such as those from braking systems These brakes offer better stopping performance than
pioneer, TRW Automotive Aftermarket. The company has
comparable drum brakes, including resistance to brake
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research and development to finding the perfect mix for
by the independent authorities in the Netherlands (RDW).
its HCV friction material, exceeding the high quality
Results of tests show that performance of materials is of
expectations for commercial vehicles. All the HCV friction
matching OE quality.
materials are manufactured in house and are heavy metal free, based on the company’s environmental policy and
With a range of 70 brake pads and 28 corresponding warn-
already ahead of pending legislation. Moulds and backing
ing sensors providing 93 per cent European parc coverage,
plates are also internally processed and are adjusted to
the company is committed to introducing further
perfectly match the friction material.
references for new trucks and brake systems to the market.
Fading is the most critical characteristic for HCV friction
For stock & pricing contact your local G-TRUCK
material, so many of the tests focus on this area. The
Distributor - Visit www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
company subjects its pads to extensive testing evaluated
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Delivering Bosch CV Batteries
Including The Bosch TE (EFB) Range Ideally Suited For Sleeper Cabs, Tail-Lifts & PSV HGV & Trucks | Delivery Vehicles | Specialist Utility Vehicles PSVs | Heavy Plant & Construction Vehicles | Agricultural Vehicles
Delivered In Singles, Next Day, Nationwide Service 100% Order Availability Across The Range For More Information Call 0845 063 9999 or visit www.platinumbatteries.co.uk
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE & PSV BATTERIES NEW DEMANDS ON VEHICLE BATTERIES A Battery is a storage device, which is
passenger sits down. The charging of
Trojan dual purpose batteries are
supplied, or charged, with energy
one of these devices may not sound
recommended. They will last much
from an external source.
It then
much, but when there are over 50 of
longer and keep vehicle downtime to
stores the energy and supplies it on
these in use, combined with the
a bare minimum.
demand.
coaches’
other
equipment,
the
electrical drain on the vehicle’s If it is not charged with sufficient
batteries is significant.
energy, or the electrical demands exceed its capacity, then the battery
When the engine is running, the
will not perform adequately.
vehicle’s charging system takes care
This
could cause premature failure.
of these requirements.
The issue
comes when the vehicle is parked up, Many newer coaches and buses are
before or after a journey with
The Bosch EFB CV is a direct
highly passenger focused. They have
passengers on board.
In these
replacement for the 629 and 632 in
many
fitted,
circumstances, the engine will not be
the same box size. But some battery
similarly to the modern Commercial
running, so all the electrical drains
carrier modifications are required to
Vehicles, to maximise passenger
mentioned above are being supplied
fit the Trojan products, as they have
comfort during the journey. These
by the vehicle’s battery alone.
different physical sizes to the 629 and
electrical
devices
can include air-conditioning, reading
632.
lights, fridges, microwaves, coffee
It is not simply having the best
machines, and many more.
possible Cold Cranking Amps or
For more information please visit
Ampere Hour Capacity, but good
www.platinumbatteries.co.uk/
Most people own either mobile
Cyclic Capability which is more
commercial-vehicle
phones, tablets, iPads, iPods, laptops
important. Even the highest rated Ah
and many other modern electrical
product may suffer service failures
For stock & pricing contact your
devices. We all know how quickly
within 6-12 months, as it’s not
local G-TRUCK Distributor - Visit
their charge runs out. These devices
specifically
www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
are charged wherever and whenever
manufactured for excessive Cycling.
designed
or
possible. Quite often there is a 3 pin mains plug by every coach seat which
For these high end applications,
tends to be in use as soon as a
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VICTOR REINZ
®
Brought to you by
MAHLE Aftermarket Nowadays, gaskets may not be the
By
gasket
cleaner, Victor Reinz also supply
fastest
aftermarket
replacement is usually associated
cylinder head bolts, which are a
products, but in terms of their
with the more expensive side of
prerequisite to replace if the cylinder
importance within the engine and
workshop repairs, so for both those
head is removed.
the fact that when they are replaced,
undertaking the work and the
it’s crucial that the job is done right,
operators footing the bill, it is
To ensure maximum engine perfor-
using a quality product is paramount.
particularly important that it’s done
mance and the longest possible
correctly and in the most efficient
service life, the correct cylinder head
In common with all the aftermarket
manner
refitting procedure must be followed
products in its portfolio, the Victor
GROUPAUTO G-Truck members can
and the manufacturers
Reinz gaskets and sealing products
really help their customers.
tightening, or torqueing, process
moving
of
its
very
and
nature,
this
is
where
that MAHLE Aftermarket supplies to
specified
strictly adhered to.
GROUPAUTO members, are of the
So in addition to supplying the high
very highest quality and provide
quality components they require,
Naturally,
technicians
original
members can also remind workshops
bringing NTR (new-to-range) Victor
equipment (OE) solution for all their
that an important element in the
Reinz additions into range on a
gasket
process of gasket replacement is the
continuous basis for everything from
thorough removal of all traces of the
the MAN D0226 to the latest Volvo
old
FH16.
and
with
the
engine
sealing
requirements. While members may generally not
gasket
and
the
correct
MAHLE
Aftermarket
is
preparation for its replacement.
need to carry as much stock as they
The complete Victor Reinz range is
once required, holding a selection of
In order to ensure the correct
accessible
the faster moving gasket sets and
preparation, MAHLE recommend that
www.victorreinz.co.uk
cylinder head bolts within the branch
members also supply a can of Victor
company has also produced an App,
network is a wise precaution as it
Reinz RE-MOVE® with each gasket set,
which enables GROUPAUTO members
allows them to respond immediately
as it effectively removes gaskets,
and their workshop customers to
to the needs of their customers.
gasket
sealing
access data on the complete range via
compound, as well as glue, resin and
smartphones and tablets using the
paint residue, without damaging the
iOS operating system.
remnants
and
online
at: and
the
sealing surface. It also provides an impermeable, high adhesion liquid
For more information about the
film that guarantees the optimum
quality products available from
sealing surface for the new gasket.
MAHLE Aftermarket. Contact your local G-Truck Distributor.
Alongside its OE gaskets, oil seals,
www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor.
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You need reliable parts As the heavyweight in safety, TRW Proequip is the brand to trust for OE matching quality HCV brake pads. Our brake pads are manufactured in-house using an optimised mineral-ceramic formula and an advanced scorching process, delivering optimal braking performance under the harshest of driving conditions. And with testing that includes a twelve-minute downhill alpine slope involving constant braking, it’s clear to see that no road is too tough for TRW Proequip brake pads.
www.trwaftermarket.com/trwproequip20
THE HEAVYWEIGHT IN SAFETY
IT’S BIG.
IT’S BACK . IT’S BORG & BECK. Make Borg & Beck Your First Choice For CV Parts!
With over 100 years history of engineering excellence and OE pedigree the Borg & Beck brand, which in the past was originally fitted to truck and bus, is proud to offer the aftermarket a comprehensive range of Clutch, Steering, Brake Drums and Rotating Electrics, offering a credible alternative to OES.
Heritage Reborn www.borgandbeck.com/cv
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40 YEARS OF SERVICING YOU The TTC brand, established over 40
For the first time, the TTC catalogue
years now, has grown to become the
contains the Covind truck body panel
leading
independent
brand
in
range covering all the major trucks on
and
The long established TTC catalogue
European roads. Covind, with over 30
accessories and has gained the
has been at the forefront of the CV
years of experience and “on field”
well-earned reputation in the CV parts
industry since its launch back in 1975
testing,
aftermarket
quality,
and this still remains today with many
performing finished product, of equal
excellent
referring to it as the ‘industry bible’.
quality to the Original Equipment
product availability. This heritage is
Edition 19, TTC’s 40th Anniversary
Manufacturer (OEM).
something the team pride themselves
edition, is a completely new and
on and drives the team’s commitment
redesigned parts catalogue from the
As well as all of our latest new product
to its customers on a daily basis.
TTC team, and covers the complete
launches, including;
commercial
personal
vehicle
for
parts
product
service
and
guarantee
a
highly
product range, both TTC and its
• Corteco Truck Hub Oil Seals
Following the launch of its own
proprietary brand partners. The new
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genuine alternative product range in
catalogue has been designed with the
• TTC Automatic Slack Adjusters
2009, this has strengthened the TTC
vehicle repairer and distributor firmly
• TTC Brake Calipers
heritage in offering competitively
in mind, with new logical page layouts
priced alternatives to OE, as well as
to help easily identify, the required
With all of this to offer, plus much
quality assured proprietary product
part, by vehicle application. This new
much more, TTC look forward to the
brands, to ensure customers can meet
edition is the biggest and best yet,
next forty years and continuing to
their own customer’s needs, whilst
with over 200 additional pages,
deliver the most comprehensive
also
packed full with hundreds of new
commercial vehicle component range
products, including a brand new
in the UK aftermarket.
allowing
competitive.
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Truck & Van parts section. New layouts dominate throughout including new Braking, Road Spring and Air Spring
Request your copy from your local G-Truck part distributor. www.gtruck.co.uk/distributor
sections.
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