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Link Manufacturing, Ltd. attended CONEXPO-CON/AGG trade show last week. The show is North America’s largest construction trade show. Held every three years in Las Vegas, this massive event features the latest equipment advances and newest technology applications in every aspect of construction.

Link will be exhibiting at the 20th annual NTEA Work Truck Show. We will be showcasing our enhanced 13.5K self-steer auxiliary suspension and versatile Swivel Ramp. The NTEA Work Truck Show runs March 3-6 at the Indiana Convention Center and Link will be set up in Booth #2019.

We’re about two weeks from the kick-off of the North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) show in Atlanta. At NACV, Link will be celebrating our legacy as a leader in heavy-duty suspensions while showcasing the advancements we’re developing that will make the future of vehicle performance even brighter.

During NAFA, Link had a number of discussions with attendees centered on ergonomic concerns for the delivery person, and that’s where Link Ramps come into play. Although they are all transporting and delivering different types of equipment, what they all appreciate is the number of benefits our ramps provide, including productivity, safety, versatility, strength, and …

The theme of TMC 2019 was “going beyond the frontier of maintenance.” There were several educational sessions that addressed future-oriented truck and trailer technologies, vehicle electrification issues, KPIs, and equipment specification trends. At our booth we showcased our latest innovations suited for fleets, including our ROI Cabmate and 6x2 Adaptive Loading Auxiliary Suspensions.

NTEA is unique in that it brings together three key segments of the commercial vehicle industry: truck chassis manufacturers and their dealers; truck body, equipment and trailer manufacturers; and truck body, equipment and trailer distributors – all to learn about the latest products, discuss challenges, and find solutions. The two main product lines Link be …

World of Concrete provides a space for Link to meet face-to-face with some of our key customers and prospects in the commercial construction and concrete space. Whether it’s an owner operator or body builder, they want a heavy-duty truck suspension that is durable and won’t need constant maintenance. They also want to work collaboratively to …

Many vehicle technology trends start in Europe before catching on in the United States – the 6x2 configuration is just one example. A variety of factors likely contribute to Europe leading the way, so at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show we’ll be keeping a close eye on how innovations in fuel efficiency, autonomous vehicles, driver …

WasteExpo 2018 was an opportunity to hear about issues facing those in the waste collection business. Waste vehicles face unique challenges and severe wear and tear compared to many other vocational vehicles. The suspension needs to handle both on-and-off-road conditions as they navigate residential streets and the uneven terrain of waste collection sites. It was …

The Air link is an extremely robust and durable tandem drive suspension that provides excellent load equalization, superior traction and a smooth ride. It merges the load equalization of a walking beam suspension with the ride quality of an air suspension. Air Link minimizes the vibration from a rough ride that leads to cracks, breakages …