ECAS for Trailers
WABCO's straightforward, modular Electronically Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) system for trailers offers clear benefits for both the vehicle owner and the vehicle manufacturer. Its benefits over leafspring suspension systems - such as improved operating and driving comfort, load protection and a constant chassis level - have been further enhanced by several useful system extensions. ECAS is an air suspension system and lifting axle control which meets a broad range of requirements. It essentially consists of a pre-wired ECU, a level sensor, a solenoid valve and a remote control unit. If combined with WABCO's Vario Compact ABS for trailers (VCSII) or the Electronically Controlled Braking System for trailers, Trailer EBS , ECAS facilitates easy and quick installation and a reliable diagnosis. ECAS is also easy to service via WABCO's extensive service network.
Features
- Automatic re-adjustment of pre-set levels
- Rapid lifting and lowering due to the large nominal width of valves
- Quick change-over of superstructures and semi-trailers
- Constant chassis level at any load condition
- Two or three selectable driving levels for different tractor-trailer combinations
- One unloading level for special applications
- Integrated traction assist (compliant with latest European standards) for lifting and trailing axle operation
- Higher driving level on lifted axles for improved tire free-wheeling
- Speed-dependent trailer control
- Fully automatic lifting axle control
- Forced lowering of lifting axles
- Continuous system monitoring
- Remote control unit/box including essential functions and two selectable memory levels
Benefits
- Increased operator safety and improved vehicle protection
- Reduced installation times: Fewer components to install due to modular design and easy initialization via PC diagnosis
- Automatic driving level control at the beginning of a journey
- Automatic height limitation and axle overload protection
- Tire deformation automatically compensated
- Fewer fittings and air lines
- Easy to service
- High resale value
Application
- Trailers with air suspension
Market availability: Africa, Asia, Europe, South America