Dana's Off-Highway Systems Group to Exhibit Product and Systems Solutions for the Construction Industry at ConExpo 2005

Las Vegas, Nevada -- Mar 15, 2005 -- Dana Corporation’s Off-Highway Systems group will exhibit Spicer® drivetrain components and systems for the construction industry at ConExpo, March 15-19, 2005, in Las Vegas.  In addition to a variety of Spicer® axles, transmissions, brakes, electronic controls, driveshafts and related components, Dana will also display examples of its complete systems capabilities for off-highway vehicles including teleboom handlers, wheeled excavators, front-end loaders, compact wheel loaders, haulers, pavers and backhoe loaders.

“Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group offers exceptional capabilities in development-oriented product lines, with emphasized importance on the function and maintenance of complete systems that include modules, electronic controls and wet brakes,” said Bob Brazeau, chief engineer, Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group.  “Efficient production of Spicer®drivetrain components such as axles, transmissions and torque converters has subsequently made Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group a preferred supplier to OEM leaders in the construction industry.”

Total Systems Solutions

The Spicer® heavy-duty drivetrain system for teleboom handlers provides an excellent example of the complete systems platforms Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group offers for a wide spectrum of vehicles.  Comprised of the Spicer® Model 223 axle set with an optional VDT13000 transmission and Spicer® 1410 Series driveshafts, the drivetrain system is designed to provide increased productivity, higher reach, and higher lift capacity, with greater versatility to accommodate a variety of tools. 

In addition to this drivetrain system, Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group will display the following at booth No. S16111, South Hall 2:

20-Ton Compactor System

Engineered for single drum compactors, this system includes the Spicer® 193 axle with a rigid pad mounted-housing design and the Spicer® Model 307 hydrostatic transmission. This system

provides a deep axle reduction with high output torque. The 20-ton system is part of a complete family of compactor systems for vehicles from four to 25 tons. 

Backhoe Loader System

Designed specifically for compact vehicle applications up to 120 horsepower, the Spicer® Powershuttle Transmission Model PSR08 functions ideally in a backhoe loader system that includes the Spicer® Model 222 front axle, Spicer® Model 123 rear axle, and Spicer Life Series® 55 driveshaft. 

27-Ton Front-End Loader System

The Spicer® Hercules™ 37R and 43R axles, Spicer® HSE 2+3 hydrostatic/electronically-controlled transmission, and Spicer® GWB™ 2035 Series driveshaft are combined in a complete front-end loader system designed for 19- to 27-ton vehicles.

13-Ton Front-End Loader System

Dana’s front-end loader system for vehicles in the 13-ton operating weight class is composed of Spicer® Model 113 front and rear axles, the Spicer® Model 354 powershift drop-box, and the service-free Spicer Life Series® 55 driveshaft.

Superior Componentry

Individual Spicer® components for the construction industry that will also be on display include:

Spicer® Transmission Controls

Dana will introduce a new generation of Spicer® transmission controls for the North American market that provide compatibility with Can 2.b communication protocol.  The new series of transmission controls includes the ECon™ essential controller and PCon™ powertrain controller (compatible with all Dana transmission designs), as well as the TCon™ transmission controller, ICon™ intelligent controller, and ACon™ advanced controller (compatible with Dana’s TE transmission series, along with the Spicer® TE15 family of powershift transmissions to be released in the fourth quarter of 2005).

Portal Axles

Product representing the complete line of Spicer® 25S, 35S and 50S portal axles – designed for compact utility tractors that require front-wheel drive capability, high turn angles and dependable performance – will also be on display. 

Single Reduction Axles

A representative group of Spicer® single-reduction Model 44, 60 and 70 steering and rigid drive axles will be exhibited.

Other Products

A representative line of Spicer® Italcardano™ wing bearing driveshafts, Spicer® GWB™ round bearing driveshafts, and Spicer® 10 Series half-round bearing end fittings will additionally be displayed. 

Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group’s booth will also include a dedicated area displaying its parts, service, and distribution capabilities.

About Dana’s Off-Highway Systems Group

Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group is comprised of division facilities and research and development operations in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It designs, manufactures, assembles, and markets axles and transaxles; driveshafts and end-fittings; transmissions; torque converters; electronic controls; and brakes. The group also provides replacement parts and service.

Dana’s Off-Highway Systems group serves more than 1,000 vehicle assembly and manufacturing facilities in 30 countries. It also has two global distribution centers and more than 50 authorized service center locations serving more than 100 countries. Construction, agriculture, forestry, underground mining, material handling, outdoor power, leisure/utility vehicles, and industrial equipment are just some of the markets that demand the quality found in Off-Highway Systems Spicer® products and genuine service parts.

About Dana Corporation

Dana people design and manufacture products for every major vehicle producer in the world.  Dana is focused on being an essential partner to automotive, commercial, and off-highway vehicle customers, which collectively produce more than 60 million vehicles every year.  A leading supplier of axle, driveshaft, engine, frame, chassis, and transmission technologies, Dana employs 46,000 people in 28 countries.  The company is based in Toledo, Ohio, and reported sales of $9.1 billion in 2004.  Dana's Internet address is www.dana.com.

For more information, please visit www.dana.com/offhighway. 

 

 

 

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