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Dexter Announces Brake Compatibility Adapter Many tow vehicle manufacturers offer integrated trailer brake controllers as original equipment on their vehicles. Some integrated brake controllers are able to automatically detect when a trailer with a brake circuit is attached to the vehicle. In some cases, the vehicle provides the driver with a method to indicate whether trailer’s brakes are electric or electric/ hydraulic. In other cases, the tow vehicle analyzes the trailer’s brake circuit and determines the style of brakes that are present on the trailer. Some integrated trailer brake systems also monitor the trailer brake electrical circuit for any faults such as a short to battery or short to ground. The lack of integrated trailer brake controller standardization between vehicle manufacturers can create a real challenge for trailer brake manufacturers who must develop trailer brake systems that function correctly regardless of which tow vehicle is used by the customer. Compatibility issues can result in the tow vehicle displaying “Check Trailer Wiring” or “Service Trailer Brakes” messages. The trailer brakes may even be disabled. In some cases, trailer brake manufacturers design adapter modules that can help the customer resolve compatibility issues with tow vehicles from specific manufacturers.
Dexter has developed E/H Compatibility Adapter (K58-036-00) that was designed for compatibility between recent Dexter electric/hydraulic actuators (identified with TCV, TCB or CBH in the first (3) letters of the serial number) and GM tow vehicles with the integrated trailer brake controller. When installed in conjunction with the Dexter electric/hydraulic brake unit, the adapter satisfies the brake controller detection circuit and avoids driver notification as mentioned above. The Dexter DX series Electric/Hydraulic actuation device starting with serial number CBK was released in the Spring of 2021. It is designed to make installation easier for users as it has the (K58-036-00) compatibility adapter built into the unit. Commonly brake circuit adapters are used in the market place on other truck manufacturers and models to satisfy needs of the brake circuit. Tow vehicle’s often have diagnostics of the trailer brake circuit that vary from vehicle manufacturer to manufacturer. Installing a compatibility adapter on the trailer may prevent the tow vehicle’s trailer brake diagnostics from functioning correctly. The scope of compatibility between in-cab brake controllers and Electric/Hydraulic units continues to be a challenge within the market making it important for owners to be more informed and diligent than ever.
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pulse of the needs of existing and new customers. With central locations in or around Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan, Days has freed up an additional 190K sq. ft. of warehousing space taking their warehousing capacity to 550K. “Days Distribution & Logistics is committed to building great business partnerships. Whether that is locally, or anywhere in the lower 48 States. With long term or short-term needs, we have the capability to cover warehouse and logistics functions for businesses of all shapes and sizes.”, Travis Oiler, Vice President of Sales of Days Corporation. Manufacturers and various other customers have products arriving daily and may not have the resources or space readily available. Public warehousing and logistics solutions lets these businesses focus on their core competencies and the growth of their business. With an expanded arsenal of resources and customizable warehouse management, Days Distribution & Logistics lightens the pressure of running a growing business. Among its offerings are a fleet of company-owned trucks and volume shipping partnerships with major common carriers. Whether there is a need for public warehousing, packing/crating services, wood cutting, or transportation Days has the resources and expertise to effectively manage various warehousing and logistics needs and beyond. Ben Reinoehl, Vice President of Days Distribution & Logistics, “It is our responsibility to provide our customers with the innate ability to be forwardthinking and be the solution they need. Therefore, we have warehousing solutions even when others have little to no options for businesses in need of warehousing space and logistics.” www.NATM.com
