Insight From Link Experts
Link experts provide insight on topics relating to Link's products, industry trade shows and the company itself.
World of Concrete 2019
Feb 15, 2019
Michael HofWorld of Concrete provides a space for Link to meet face-to-face with some of our key customers and prospects in the commercial construction and concrete space. Whether it’s an owner operator or body builder, they want a heavy-duty truck suspension that is durable and won’t need constant maintenance. They also want to work collaboratively to …
Road Optimized Innovations And Future Trucking Technologies
Oct 25, 2018
Michael HofThe biggest trends at IAA that will impact the future of the trucking industry were the trend towards autonomous vehicles and the growth that is taking place in technologies which make vehicles smarter and more efficient. Link’s new category of Road Optimized Innovation suspensions is designed with the future in mind. The ROI Cabmate suspension …
Link Brings Innovation to the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show
Sep 13, 2018
Michael HofMany vehicle technology trends start in Europe before catching on in the United States – the 6x2 configuration is just one example. A variety of factors likely contribute to Europe leading the way, so at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show we’ll be keeping a close eye on how innovations in fuel efficiency, autonomous vehicles, driver …
How Air Link Helps Construction Vehicles Outperform
Aug 16, 2018
Chris EnglishWith on and off-road capabilities—from the job site to highway travel—Air Link offers the reliability and durability needed for multi-purpose construction vehicles. It does better than other conventional air suspensions for chassis that have a higher center of gravity because the air system is not a direct factor in the axle articulation. Because it requires …
Load Handling System Trailer for the Canadian Army
Jul 19, 2018
Chris EnglishLink Canada and Mack Defense announced the completion of the 100th Load Handling System (LHS) Trailer, built for the Canadian Army’s MSVS – SMP Program. Link worked collaboratively with Mack Defense to engineer and manufacture a highly reliable and durable trailer that meets the Canadian Army’s exacting specifications. It is the most recent success story …
Making Our People Our First Priority
Jun 28, 2018
Don Van Den TopLink’s company culture focuses on putting just as much energy into developing the skills of and caring for our employees as we do in making sure our customers are satisfied. Our employees are treated as valued members of our team. They truly care about each other. We treat each other with respect, honesty, and fairness …
Link’s Values Reliability, Collaboration, and Responsiveness
Jun 8, 2018
Jim HulsAt Link Manufacturing, we believe doing the right thing in every situation always pays off. It’s what creates long lasting relationships, which are the cornerstone of success. Throughout Link’s history we have been guided by two principals: trustworthiness and dependability. These principals have always been part of our DNA and are what drives us to …
WasteExpo 2018
May 9, 2018
Chris EnglishWasteExpo 2018 was an opportunity to hear about issues facing those in the waste collection business. Waste vehicles face unique challenges and severe wear and tear compared to many other vocational vehicles. The suspension needs to handle both on-and-off-road conditions as they navigate residential streets and the uneven terrain of waste collection sites. It was …
Selecting The Right Fire Truck Suspension
Apr 18, 2018
Chris EnglishThe Air link is an extremely robust and durable tandem drive suspension that provides excellent load equalization, superior traction and a smooth ride. It merges the load equalization of a walking beam suspension with the ride quality of an air suspension. Air Link minimizes the vibration from a rough ride that leads to cracks, breakages …
Versatility Of The Link Swivel Ramp
Apr 9, 2018
Lynn BlakeNTEA highlighted the international attention the Link Swivel Ramp is receiving, with companies from Mexico and South America showing strong interest. The LSR90 has a 180° rotation for easier loading and unloading.