Commercial Truck Components

If you’re in need of parts for your heavy-duty or commercial truck, you need to find them fast. Not having a vehicle can cost you money and time, and your business can’t afford to be down for long. With over 5 million parts in stock, you can get your vehicle back on the road as quickly as possible. Here are some of the most common heavy-duty and commercial truck parts that you may need.

A truck’s frame and wheels are manufactured at different workstations along an assembly line. Different groups of workers will add truck components at each workstation. Truck assembly begins with the frame of the truck and ends with the vehicle being driven off the line. Next, the hood and other components are mounted on the cab and sleeper and stored alongside the assembly line. The interior work then begins. The truck is complete once the exterior components are installed.

Heavy Duty & Commercial Truck Components

Another vital component in any truck is the water pump. This pump uses a centrifugal pump that is driven by a belt attached to the crankshaft. When the pump is working, it circulates liquid and ensures that coolant flows over the cylinder block, radiator, hoses and radiator. This helps to keep the engine running cool at optimum operating temperatures. The timing belt is another important component of any truck.

A recent project led by Mercedes-Benz trucks Division has proven that 3D printing is possible for plastic truck parts. The process works by melting powders using lasers and creating complex shapes. The process is cost-effective and the cost of 3D printing machines has dropped dramatically. In July, Airbus selected Stratasys printers to produce brackets for planes. The initiative aims to increase supply chain flexibility and reduce material consumption and waste. In addition, McLaren Formula 1 Racing is reportedly increasing its use of 3D printers.

Commercial trucks are further divided into heavy-duty, medium-duty, and light-duty types. The most common heavy-duty trucks are tractor-trailers, sometimes called “Semi’s,” “Big Rigs,” or “Eighteen Wheelers.” The latter types are also commonly referred to as pick-up trucks, cargo vans, and transit vans. The manufacturer of light-duty trucks can choose from models made by Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, and Ram.