JOST International will work with Freightliner Trucks to provide customers with safe, reliable and innovative technologies. JOST technologies include cab actuated air release, which has become a popular choice among national fleets in their efforts to automate the coupling process and minimize the cost of insurance and claims associated with driver involvement.
“We believe that the market acceptance to our fifth wheel product is the result of our advanced technologies, particularly in relation to the safety of the locking mechanism and the lifetime cost of ownership,” said Rich Carroll, vice president of sales and marketing for JOST International.
Added TJ Reed, director of product marketing for Freightliner Trucks: “We are pleased to partner with JOST International to provide our customers with advanced technologies that reduce costs and improve driver safety. We look forward to a long and successful relationship.”
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JOST International has introduced two new lightweight landing gear products designed to significantly reduce trailer weight without compromising strength. Each is built with the standard JOST internal gear box which protects the gearing from abuse and moisture intrusion.
“Reducing the weight of trailers in order to increase payload and/or to improve fuel efficiency is a high priority for many commercial fleets” commented Brian Moynihan, OEM Sales Manager – Trailer Products for JOST. “Spec’ing a set of landing gear that can help in that regard makes sense. Our new products do that without giving up any of the quality JOST is known for.” Like other JOST landing gear, the UL500 and AX100 have no external gearbox which can easily be damaged by abuse and the affects of water and corrosive chemicals. The JOST gearing mechanism is an integral part of the sturdy leg column protecting it from the elements.
JOST landing gear are manufactured in the USA at Grand Haven, MI. |
