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September 21, 2018
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Perpetuum and Knorr-Bremse RailServices look ahead to future cooperation
- Signed declaration between Perpetuum and Knorr-Bremse for maximized safety and reliability and reduced costs
- Future cooperation of digital applications in the rail sector
- Condition based maintenance of wheels, gearboxes, motors and wheel bearings for a better insight
Knorr-Bremse RailServices, the aftermarket specialists in the Rail Vehicle Systems division of Knorr-Bremse, and Perpetuum have signed a declaration of intent as the basis for further future cooperation between the two companies. Perpetuum is the global leader in the provision of information to maximise safety and reliability and reduce costs.
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September 20, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse PowerTech at InnoTrans 2018: Innovations boost power supply efficiency
- New PowerBriX converter generation with silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors
- Power density increased by up to 50%
- Complete systems solutions reduce integration effort for vehicle builders and increase reliability and efficiency of on-board power supply
At the InnoTrans trade fair, Knorr-Bremse PowerTech, a subsidiary of
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading provider of subsystems for rail and commercial vehicles, is showcasing customized solutions for efficient on-board power supply in rail vehicles.
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September 20, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse presents carbon footprint assessments for new rail vehicle products
- Carbon footprint of new KEf distributor valve more than halved; CO2 emissions for new light weight caliper reduced by 24%
- Significant reductions in operational emissions for new i3HU electro hydraulic unit and E4 entrance system
- Cross-divisional working group for eco-design
At this year’s InnoTrans trade fair, Knorr-Bremse AG, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading provider of sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles, is presenting a detailed assessment of the carbon footprint of a selection of its products and systems.
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September 19, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse and Continental announce a partnership for highly automated driving in commercial vehicles
- Partnership to develop turnkey system solutions for highly automated driving
- Current focus – automated convoy driving (platooning), demonstrator with three trucks in early 2019
- Knorr-Bremse supplies redundant actuator systems for brakes and steering and is responsible for the overall system integration
- Continental supplies the sensors, environment model, central processing unit, connectivity and human-machine interaction
- Architecture and functions to be developed jointly and optimally aligned to one other in the total system
Knorr-Bremse and Continental have entered into a partnership to develop a complete system solution for highly automated driving (HAD) in commercial vehicles. This means that in the future the partners will be able to offer HAD solutions for truck series production of any size.
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September 19, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse reduces carbon footprint of commercial vehicles
- Carbon footprint of new disc brake generation cut by around 10%
- Active Caliper Release: annual reduction in CO2 emissions of around 1 t possible
- Remanufactured products: low-cost option for older vehicles
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, is living up to its overall product responsibility and helping to cut the carbon footprint of commercial vehicles.
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September 19, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse at the IAA: Interacting with the future of the commercial vehicle industry
- Four themed island exhibits present solutions for the megatrends in the commercial vehicle market
- Extensive 3D animations explain the workings and benefits of the exhibits
- Trailer and aftermarket topics grouped on a dedicated booth in the outdoor area
- Live demonstrations of highly automated pilot vehicles in New Mobility World arena
Shaping tomorrow’s transportation. Together. Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other safety-critical rail and commercial vehicle systems, is building its presence at the IAA around the key trends in the commercial vehicle market.
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September 18, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse at InnoTrans 2018: Focus on customers, passengers and society
- Emphasis on global megatrends: Urbanization, eco-efficiency, digitization and automated driving
- Solutions for key market drivers: System connection, life-cycle efficiency, transport capacity and ecodesign
Knorr-Bremse, the world market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other subsystems, is present again this year at InnoTrans, the world’s leading trade show for the rail industry, in Berlin.
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September 17, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse RailServices at InnoTrans 2018: a comprehensive service portfolio for efficient vehicle operation
- Service concepts for high vehicle availability and low life cycle costs
- Modernization: an attractive alternative to buying new
- iCOM: the digital platform for efficient rail transportation
At this year’s InnoTrans, Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles, will be presenting a range of service solutions for efficient and cost-effective rail vehicle operation that have been further developed under its RailServices aftermarket brand.
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September 13, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse at the IAA: Augmented Reality Tour shows off latest trailer technology
- All trailer and aftermarket topics on show in outdoor area D107
- Third-generation trailer EBS systems with added functions
- Next generation trailer air disk brake
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, is using iPads and augmented reality to show what’s possible in the fields of brake control, chassis management and wheel end for trailers.
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September 12, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse wins multiple commercial vehicle industry awards
- EAC electronic air treatment system wins Innovation Award at Automechanika
- Jury’s special Green Award prize also goes to Knorr-Bremse
- Readers of “PROFI Werkstatt” magazine choose Knorr-Bremse and the Alltrucks full-service workshop system as their winners in three categories
Knorr-Bremse AG, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles, has won the Automechanika Innovation Award in the Truck Products & Services category. The Company also won the jury’s special Green Award prize. In addition, Knorr-Bremse and the brand-independent full-service workshop system Alltrucks Trucks & Trailer Service have won the industry award “best PROFI Werkstatt brand 2018” in the braking systems, multi-brand vehicle diagnostics and workshop concepts categories.
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