trailer world Issue Two 2012

22 Issue Two 2012 IAA Commercial Vehicles Photos:fünf6,StefanBungert spring module in ECO Vision from 400 to just 320 kilos, resulting in a corresponding increase in payload with notable decreases in fuel consumption for partial loads. But BPW went one step further at the IAA and presented its concept study ECO Vision E which is based on the GRP module. The concept works with products that are already available and illustrates how a trailer can be self-sufficient in terms of energy. This is brought about by generators fitted in the hub of the GRP module. The recuperated energy is used initially for the lights, electronic units and compressed air system of the air suspension together with the brakes. ECO Vision E even produces surplus energy which is saved in a battery and can be used to supply re- frigerators or other consumers. Another BPW innovation presented at the IAA Commercial Ve- hicles consisted in the telematic application ECO Tronic TCON- TROL which can be fitted in all current vehicle types. Developed to- gether with idem GmbH, the solution works via internet browser or smart phone to supply information about current position, air pres- sure and refrigeration system, door movements and tyre pressure. But it was not just BPW’s extensive innovation powers that at- tracted visitors and customers to the exhibition stand. International markets continue to attach great priority to quality. “Quality also plays a big role in the Japanese trailer market, similar to that in Ger- many.”, confirms Koji Ueno, Head of the Japanese superstructure and trailer manufacturer Nippon Fruehauf. Another positive aspect consists in the many applications where BPW’s chassis systems come into play. “We produce special trailers, for gas transport for example, and also for other industries”, explain Poul and Gerhard Louw from the vehicle manufacturer M&P Bodies. The South Afri- can company also advocates BPW. (mw) »We procure a lot from BPW – we have been good partners for more than 20 years.« Gerhard Louw, M&P Bodies, Vehicle Body Builders, Alberton, South Africa »Quality also plays a big role in the Japanese trailer market, similar to that in Germany. The axles from BPW have an excellent reputation. « Koji Ueno, CEO of Nippon Fruehauf Company, Ltd., Kamiechi, Japan »The feedback from our customers and guests affirms that our company and product innovations are pioneers in the industry. « Nina Langrock, BPW, Sales East Europe

trailer world Issue Two 2012

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