Maintenance instructions bpw transport efficiency nz ltd. Trailing arm the rolled parabolic trailing arms control the tracking movements and braking forces. Additionally, bpw trailed axles with hollow axle beam are provided. Bpw first began producing axles and suspensions over 100 years ago 1898 and is renowned as one of the worlds leading manufacturers of intelligent running gear systems, for trailers and semitrailers. Won best brands in the trailer axles category in 2005, 2007 and 2008.
Our customerorientated approach is evident from the success of our products and services and also from the long term success of our group, our customers and partners. Bpw original spare parts bpw trailer axles, suspension. Bpw steering axle axle load roller bearings bearing generation 08. Bpw rz 3905901e 9 3 trailer axles h, kh kr, nh nr with eco plus 2 ecoplus eco hub bearing item descripton of work reference times no. Wherever a normal axle system doesnt meet the requirements, it is necessary to provide the customer with an individual solution. Individual solutions the ultimate axle for every requirement. With the nearside wheel removed, inspect the lower right bolt. Maintenance instructions bpw trailer axles and suspensions w. Since 1995, running gears for agricultural vehicles and machines have been manufactured in szombathely. The axle stub of the axle beam holds the wheel bearings and therefore the hub to which the wheel is mounted by means of the wheel studs. If there is no bpw axle number or none is known, bpw can identify the axle on the basis of the axle beam welding number see also bpw internet application for spare part lists for commercial vehicles or the dimensions. Bpw has always relied on the quality of its products to operate under the harshest of conditions. Bpw special tools and calibration equipment for bpw axles.
Every bpw axle beam is equipped with preset camber and toein. Bpw brake drum 4 stud 200x50 with compact bearing s20057 rask 05. We have a full range of spare parts for bpw axles including. Conditions for obtaining and maintaining the eco plus hub unit warranty obtaining and maintaining the eco plus hub unit warranty, is subject to compliance with all measures prescribed in the current version of the bpw operators manual. Thanks to its greater maneuverability on corners and when making turns, you benefit from more straightforward vehicle handling, less tyre wear and lower fuel. Bpw trailed axles are manufactured based on the same quality standards as braked bpw axles. Since 1898, bpw has been developing and producing running gear systems and trailer axles at its head office in wiehl, near cologne. Fleetparts australia catalogue axle components bpw.
With the bpw 1012 tonne eco plus hub unit on most australianassembled bpw axles, bpw offers a warranty for onhighway vehicles that the wheel end lubrication will not need to be renewed for a period of three years in service, or 1,000,000 kilometres, whichever comes first. Bpw reference times for warranty work to bpw trailer axles. Bpw grease is the only grease recommended for our axles. Bpw trailer axles selfsteering axles 2 31 bpw air suspensions 32 38 bpw mechanical suspensions leaf springs series va, vb, vg 40 45 bpw mechanical suspensions leaf springs series w, bw, gw 46 49 the following maintenance instructions apply to bpw trailer axles and. General assembly drawings are available to the designer for all our axle and suspension types to ensure that the installation meets with the trailer. Bpw original parts always use bpw original parts for guaranteed optimum performance, safety and reliability. This allows the trailer builder to fit a bpw selfsteering axle to a. Eco plus 2 weight optimised trailer axle with eco plus 2 unit. Bpw special tools and calibration equipment current examples of this include the tools for the latest generation of disc brakes, and the grease sprays for greasing roller bearings. The tools are arranged according to sub assemblies or components from the product range, and are divided into tools for axle beams and wheel bearings, tools for drum. Bpw asia pte ltd was set up in singapore in january 1980, and is the asian headquarters of bpw bergische achsen kg in germany. Rigid axles bpw rigid axles are the strong backbone for your trailer. Switchboard 011 681 3300 spare parts fax 086 510 4742.
Our office in singapore holds an inhouse training room. Bpw square axle beam bpw square axle beams give the strength you need in the face of tough operating conditions. The bpw square axle beam gives the best strength to weight ratio for airbag suspension applications. Bpw also offers self steering axles to suit a wide range of applications and tyre sizes, with axle capacities ranging up to 14 tonne. Tensioned with a manual ratchet, and attached to both side raves with a rave hook, these. They are provided with camber to reduce tyre wear and provided with cataphoretic dipcoating with zincphosphating ktl zn as well. Bpw dana spicer eaton freighter fruehauf gp axles hendrickson holland kic sudisa rockwell ror tn axle york suspension components suspension schematics towing dealers dealer login contact us site by on time marketing. Bpw axles with air suspension bpwealuft 1023701e page 1. They are rugged, have an extremely high load capacity and are competitively light. Europart pare parts suitable for bpw axles and brakes. Page 10 bpww 33111501e bpww 33111501e page 11 trailer axles 3 bpw trailer axles bpw steering axles 3. Bpw special tools and calibration equipment for bpw axles and. Conventional steering axle designs require steering stabilisers powered from an external source this is not the case with the bpw selfsteering axle.
After all, with eco plus 3, our designers have succeeded in reducing the inherent weight of each axle by up to 25 kg. Bpw supplies readytofit system solutions, exactly matched to the body, enabling. The technical department is a fully integrated part of the services offered to our customers by bpw limited. Ecoliplus is a top class lithium complex grease suitable for longlife applications in both normal and hightemperatures. Bpw trailing arms single or twin leaf are highly flexible spring steel elements. As with the tried and proven bpw drum brake, the inhouse development of the disc brake ensures customers can expect a reliable product with the best performance in its class. With the 9 to 12 tonne per axle capacity range, this is popular with australian transport operators. In that time, bpw has developed and now encompasses 50 companies, 9 development sites, 16 production facilities and 20 aftermarket distributors.
Bpw quickrelease brake shoes sn 3015 for swivel axles duration. Axles axle stubs trailed axles bpw trailed axles with. The special feature of the bpw standard axle tube is its profile shape. Bpw 12 t swing axle with sn3015 brake bpw swing axles for 15 to 24 tyres. Bpw trailer axles with trailer disc brakes eco disc. Bpw offer a comprehensive range of trailer axles, from light axles for car trailers, up to 30 tonne capacity axles for off road conditions. Bpw air suspension installation instructions bpw transpec. Square, reliable and light, the bpw axle beam is the stable foundation for a long service life. Bpw s axle range comprises rigid axles as well as selfsteering axles, forcedsteering axles, pendulum axles for heavy load applications and special axles e. It is not just important to transport cargo safely, but also economically.
Workshop manual bpw steering axles l ll bpw whlll 35351701e. With manual slack adjusters, check brake play, adjust if necessary to. Maintenance instructions bpw trailer axles and suspensions. This allows the trailer builder to fit a bpw selfsteering axle to a standard. Through its strength in innovation, the company has been able to achieve continuous growth and is now regarded worldwide as a reliable partner and supplier of products of the highest quality. Bpw axles with air suspension bpw ealuft 1023701e page 1. The extent of technical support is highlighted under the following headings.
Bpw rigid axles are the strong backbone for your trailer. Conventional steering axle designs require steering stabilisers powered from an external source this. Designed and developed in germany, bpw axles have been used in australia since the 1950s and are well proven in our demanding conditions. Here, bpw can provide just the right running gear products. Bpw have been a major driving force in the world of heavy commercial vehicles for over 115 years, with creative, innovative concepts and solutions which we implement with expertise and an outstanding priceperformance ratio. Ll stands for loaddependant steering stabilisation and it describes the unique functional principle of the bpw selfsteering axle. The axles are connected to the vehicle chassis via trailing arms, hanger brackets and air bags. Bpw chassis, potential problem elddis caravans caravan. Bpw reference times for warranty work to bpw trailer axles and. These installation instructions for bpw air suspension axles are designed to illustrate technical. Bpw is europes leading manufacturer of commercial trailer axles, and offers axles with capacities up to 30 tonne. Bpw has developed and manufactured a disc brake tailored for trailer applications and is the only supplier of heavy commercial vehicle axles to have a proprietary disc brake. In steering axles and eco plus 2 bearings, there is no code number embossed on the front end of the stub. In longterm studies performed by bpw into various highquality grease types, bpw ecoliplus special longlife antifriction bearing grease achieved the best results.
For you this means we clear the way for greater efficiency. The ll selfsteering axle is the economic miracle of all the bpw axles. Page 2627 bpw axles with reversing mechanism for overrun. Bpw trailer axles selfsteering axles 2 31 bpw air suspensions 32 38 bpw mechanical suspensions leaf springs series va, vb, vg 40 45 bpw mechanical suspensions leaf springs series w, bw, gw 46 49 the following maintenance instructions apply to bpw trailer axles and bpw suspensions manufactured from 1982 onwards. It shows off its strengths particularly when tight maneuvering is required in delivery and distribution haulage.
Parts bpws parts area bpw trailer axles, suspension. Page 10 bpww 33111902e 3 bpw trailer axles bpw steering axles 3. Reliability is the key to success in the transport industry and as the market leading producer of trailer axles our responsibility is to provide our customers with the highest quality chassis components. Your partner on the path to economic viability bpw flyer 5. Eco tronic stands for a new product family of intelligent bpw electronic products in the trailer. I had my caravan serviced today, and the mechanic showed me a potential weak spot, which could lead to a split appearing in the chassis. Bpw manufactures its components to exacting standards to ensure longevity and reliability. Uniquely sophisticated bpw transport efficiency nz ltd.