Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems Establishes Hendrickson Controls Business Unit
CANTON, Ohio - Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems established a new business unit for pneumatic, mechanical and electronic controls with products including the TIREMAAX® automatic tire inflation system.
"Based near Hendrickson trailer in Canton and headed by Matt Wilson, controls business unit manager, the enterprise provides a greater focus for our line of control products," reported Perry Bahr, general manager of Hendrickson Trailer Suspension Systems, in announcing formation of the business.
"In addition to TIREMAAX, the unit manages products including a full line of trailer height control valves, lift axle controls, dump valves and many other suspension control systems," Wilson notes. "Because of its nimble size, the new business unit will be able to better react to customer requirements."
"Control products represent a very important part of ensuring optimum trailer operation, and this venture will help lead Hendrickson in continuing to provide the best trailer suspension systems in the industry," he continues.
Wilson joined Hendrickson in 2005 as a program manager in the marketing group. Bringing more than 10 years experience in the heavy trucking industry, he formerly managed the vocational product line for Sterling Truck Corporation. He earned a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering at Grove City College, Grove City, Pa.
The new venture located at 4770 Navarre Road will help Hendrickson maintain a leadership position in the advancement of trailer technology through state-of-the-art controls systems.
For additional information about trailer vehicle controls, visit www.hendrickson-intl.com or contact Hendrickson Controls Business Unit, Canton, Ohio, at 330-477-0720 or toll free, 866-RIDEAIR (743-3247).
Hendrickson, a Boler company, is one of the largest global suppliers of truck and tractor suspensions, trailer suspensions, truck and trailer lift axles, bumpers and trim components and springs to the commercial transportation industry. Hendrickson, based in Itasca, Ill., continues to meet the needs of the transportation industry after more than 90 years. Visit the Hendrickson Web site at www.hendrickson-intl.com.
For more information contact:
Ralph E. Norton
Hendrickson
(330) 489-0473
