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    • John Heffernen

    National Fleets Sales Manager, Vehicle Service Market, SKF
    Photo courtesy of SKF
    Fig. 1: A typical wheel end system consists of a seal, an inboard and outboard tapered bearing, and a hubcap, as well as a spindle nut and wheel nuts. Some wheel end systems may also contain a spacer that is meant to provide preset torqueing. Each component plays a vital role in protecting the wheel end as well as the operator.
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Best practices for wheel end inspection and maintenance

    John Heffernen
    Dec. 8, 2017
    Proper wheel end inspection and maintenance can help avoid catastrophic wheel offs.
    An effective corrosion prevention program should include the tractor and trailer areas shown in these illustrations.
    Fluids & Chemicals

    Don’t let rust eat away at your bottom line

    John Heffernen
    Aug. 10, 2016
    Corrosion poses a large and costly problem for fleets. Experts estimate that it costs fleets across the United States and Canada more than $25 billion annually.Corrosion not only...