Pro-Cut to Launch First On-Truck Brake Disc Lathe

The TD502 is a new addition to the existing Pro-Cut on-car brake disc lathe range and is a unique product being introduced into the U.K. market.

Pro-Cut sales director Guy Carter said: “The need for this type of brake lathe has been identified after extensive research. The London Bus Co. has already implemented this new lathe and are seeing excellent returns in time and money saving, whilst having the added advantage of reduced vehicle downtime, critical to any bus, truck or coach business.”

He added: “We believe that this is an innovative new approach to keeping commercial vehicles on the road, doing what they are supposed to do – making money. This lathe is quick and easy to use, and we are able to offer it for sale, lease or rent. Renting is a proposition that many transport and logistics companies will find very attractive”.

Up to now, all leading truck manufacturers recommend that the brake discs are skimmed. Why? “The industry recognises that if you fit a new flat pad to an old disc, that the brakes do not work for many miles until the pads ‘bed-in.’ This is not only a serious safety issue, but means the new pad life is significantly reduced,” Pro-Cut representatives said in a statement.

The New Pro-Cut TD502, can skim brake discs on the vehicle with no dismantling of the brake assembly. The advantage of doing this on vehicle is that the braking system is effective immediately after the discs have been skimmed and brake pads replaced..

Additionally, there are cost savings to be made from getting extended pad life and getting the same life from a second replacement set as was achieved from the first set. Brake squeal is reduced and braking vibration issues are eliminated.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has named Ryan Waldron as president of the company's Americas business unit, reporting to Chief Executive Officer and President Mark Stewart. He succeeds Steven R. McClellan, who retired on April 1.

"At Goodyear, our customers are at the center of everything we do, and in Ryan Waldron, we have a customer-centric, execution-focused business leader with a deep understanding of both the marketplace and all aspects of our business, as well as a proven track record of delivering results," Stewart said. "I am thrilled to announce him as president of Goodyear's Americas business and have enormous confidence that under his leadership, both the company and our customers will reach even greater levels of success."