• Sundaram-Clayton Limited

Commercial Vehicle Anti Lock Braking System

Sundaram Clayton Limited has introduced anti-lock braking system for commercial vehicles. The system, which is claimed to have been made mandatory on commercial vehicles ferrying hazardous goods and will be eventually made mandatory on all commercial vehicles, prevents vehicle skidding, tractor-trailer jackknifing, reduces stopping distance, improves stability and steer-ability in addition to increasing the life of tyres, brakes and suspension. Also called as ABS system, the system developed by Sundaram Clayton is pneumatic in nature and is made up of components like the pole wheel fitted on the wheel hub; sensor, which is fitted on the brake carrier and generates a sinusoidal voltage proportional to wheel sped and transmits to ECU; ECU and a modulator valve, which is fitted near the brake actuator in the service line and controls braking pressure during ABS operation. Part of the TVS Group, Sundaram Clayton began its operations in Chennai in 1962, in collaboration with Clayton Dewandre Holdings Plc, UK, (presently Wabco Vehicle Control Systems, UK) which is a part of the US $9.5 billion American Standard Inc. Sundaram has pioneered the manufacture of air-assisted and air brake systems for commercial vehicles in India. With a commitment of total satisfaction to customers, our company has achieved a share of business in the OE (Original Equipment) segment greater than 85per cent and a market share in the after-market greater than 75per cent.