Breckenridge Partners with Bendix for Safety

Illinois-based Breckenridge Trucking, a specialized HAZMAT carrier, has built its reputation on a steadfast commitment to safety and cutting-edge technology. With a fleet equipped with Bendix® Air Disc Brakes and Bendix® Fusion™ advanced driver assistance systems, the company continues its legacy of safe and reliable operations while maintaining family values at its core.

Key Highlights

Comprehensive safety features: Bendix® ADB22X® air disc brakes and Fusion™ advanced driver assistance systems enhance safety and reliability.
Pioneering technology adoption: Early adoption of air disc brakes (2010) and advanced driver assistance systems (2016).
Family-driven business: Breckenridge Trucking is a third-generation operation founded in 1973.
Safety training culture: All employees receive equal training to ensure safe operations.

Leveraging Advanced Braking Systems

Breckenridge Trucking implemented Bendix® ADB22X® air disc brakes across its fleet in 2010, citing significant improvements in stopping distance and brake reliability compared to drum brakes. Air disc brakes also virtually eliminate brake fade, a crucial factor for HAZMAT carriers. The company’s commitment to these brakes overcame industry resistance, leading to increased safety and reduced maintenance costs.

“As a tank operation hauling HAZMAT, we believe the shorter stopping distance of air disc brakes is a huge factor,” said Daniel Breckenridge, owner of Breckenridge Trucking.

Advanced Driver Assistance Technologies

Since 2016, Breckenridge Trucking has equipped all tractors with Bendix® Fusion™, a technology combining radar, video, and braking system inputs to assist drivers in mitigating collisions, rollovers, and loss-of-control scenarios. The company also utilizes:

Bendix® TABS-6™ Advanced trailer roll stability system: Monitors and prevents rollovers.
BlindSpotter® side object detection system: Alerts drivers to adjacent lane objects.

Through trade shows and technology demonstrations, Breckenridge carefully evaluated and adopted these systems to reinforce driver and vehicle safety.

Commitment to Safety Education

Safety at Breckenridge Trucking starts with company-wide training. Every team member, from drivers to office staff, receives education on safe operations and HAZMAT protocols. Bendix has contributed through on-site training, fostering a deeper understanding of the technology in use.

“Our safety culture starts with everybody being involved, from office personnel to drivers, technicians, management, and ownership,” Breckenridge said.

The company’s dedication has earned it top safety awards, reflecting its industry leadership.

Partnership with Bendix

For over a decade, Bendix has remained a trusted partner, offering Breckenridge advanced technology and support. “They’re a leader in the industry and have served us well,” Breckenridge remarked, emphasizing the mutual commitment to innovation and safety.

Breckenridge Trucking’s collaboration with Bendix exemplifies a shared mission to ensure safer roads, proving that family values and cutting-edge technology can drive exceptional results in the transportation industry.

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