Dana Corporation Continues to Roll Out New Heavy-Axle Lineup
March 25 2004 - 3:50PM
PR Newswire (US)
Dana Corporation Continues to Roll Out New Heavy-Axle Lineup
Technology Advances, Product Line Expansion Address Today's
Heavy-Duty Challenges LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- At the Mid-America Truck Show here, Dana
Corporation continued to enhance its lineup of heavy-duty axles by
introducing two new products designed to exceed the powertrain
requirements for new and future vehicles. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) DRIVE AXLES
LAUNCHED Dana's new Spicer(R) D170 series single-reduction, high
GCW, tandem-drive axle has been designed to improve truck
performance in some of the industry's most demanding applications,
including logging, refuse, construction, and other heavy hauling.
Dana expects the axles to be particularly popular in Mexico and
Canada, where payloads often exceed those that are typically
experienced in the United States. "Dana is committed to providing
drivers and fleet owners with the axle solutions they need to be
successful in today's trucking industry," said Dana CEO and
President Michael J. Burns. "These axles have the dependability and
reliability features that are vital to reducing our customers'
maintenance requirements, while also providing enhanced performance
features, improved fuel efficiency, and more quality time on and
off the road." Through the use of advanced technology processes and
six new patented or patent-pending features, Dana engineers
increased heavy-tandem axle performance and reliability while
reducing overall part count by more than 50 percent when compared
to conventional heavy-duty axles. The D170 series features Gross
Axle Weight ratings from 46,000 to 50,000 lbs., the industry's
broadest range, and greatest number of gear ratios --from 3.07
through 7.17. Like other recent additions to Dana's axle line-up,
the D170 series includes extra-wide face-width gearing for
increased strength and durability and significantly larger wheel
differential gearing for maximum reliability. For optimal spinout
protection, improved fuel efficiency, and cooler operating
temperatures, a patented on-demand lube pump with internal no-
maintenance filter is offered as an option. Additional D170
features include forged, heat-treated steel differential cases;
integrated ring gear and wheel differential mounting system;
integral pinion cage and carrier; high-precision bearing adjustment
system; and best- in-class inter-axle driveline angles that
considerably reduce harmful vibrations. STEER AXLES INTRODUCED Dana
also introduced two new steer axle models at the show. The new
Dana(R) Spicer(R) D-600N and D-700N axles are specially designed
for the Class 4 and 5 low-cab-forward (LCF) market. Both the D-600N
(6,000-lb. GAWR) and the D-700N (7,000-lb. GAWR) feature a host of
patented innovations, including: -- A new power rib design that
optimizes weight and improves handling for increased vehicle
productivity; -- Two in-line draw keys with spring washer retention
that improves durability and alignment capability; and -- New tie
rod ends with a sealed boot and grease purge valve that improves
durability and reduces maintenance. "More and more domestic truck
OEMs are introducing new low-cab-forward vehicles, and overall LCF
sales have increased by 50 percent over the last 10 years," said
Nick Cole, president of Dana's Heavy Vehicle Technology and Systems
Group. "Our new axles provide the right solutions that this type of
growth dictates." The new axles have common service components with
current Dana Spicer steer axles. In addition, a new, reduced 74-in.
track width has been implemented specifically for LCF applications.
Additional component highlights include a high, 9-degree kingpin
angle and reduced scrub radius to improve steering and vehicle
handling; and up to 55-degree turn angle capability for increased
maneuverability and productivity. The axles are targeted for
limited-quantity production during this year's second quarter, with
full production scheduled to begin in November. Dana Corporation is
a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacture of
value-added products and systems for automotive, commercial, and
off-highway vehicles. Delivering on a century of innovation, the
company's continuing operations employ approximately 45,000 people
worldwide dedicated to advancing the science of mobility. Founded
in 1904 and based in Toledo, Ohio, Dana operates technology,
manufacturing, and customer-service facilities in 30 countries.
Sales from continuing operations totaled $7.9 billion in 2003.
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