The rings are used by jet-engine manufacturers such as GE Aircraft Engines, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls Royce’s aerospace division. That is how a man named James Watkins, a Fairview Township resident, ...

As far as fifth wheels go, user needs are pretty basic. They want safe, reliable units that offer low lifecycle costs. Building on this foundation, fifth wheel manufacturers are developing ...

When it comes to fifth wheels, the all-important primary connection point between the tractor and trailer, the basics never go out of style. Safety, reliability and durability remain critical elements ...

Seasonal preventive maintenance on your heavy-duty truck's fifth wheel is important to get the most life out of your components and ensure it keeps working properly to keep tractor and trailer ...

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Trussville-based Fontaine Fifth Wheel said Wednesday that Roger Crawford has been promoted to president of the company's North American original equipment manufacturer business.

Fontaine Fifth Wheel and Fontaine Parts Connection have new leadership. Roger Crawford has been promoted to president of Fontaine Fifth Wheel-North America OEM. Todd Shelton joins Fontaine Parts ...

2. Make sure coupling area is flat, level, and clear of persons and obstacles. 3. Tilt ramps of fifth wheel downward. 4. Make sure locks are open. If locks are closed: Manual Release: If equipped with ...

As the chief fastener attaching tractor to trailer, a fifth wheel plays a fundamental role in the safety and maneuverability of combination vehicles. Unfortunately, this “alpha part” status often gets ...

Fontaine’s 7000 Series fifth wheels have 55,000-lb vertical and 150,000-lb drawbar pull capacities. They feature the self-adjusting No-Slack II locking mechanism, a safety trigger and light ...