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Jeff Larson – June 27, 2025
Wheel Ends 101
The wheel end is a critical component of any vehicle, connecting the wheel to the axle and enabling smooth rotation....
ConMet – May 8, 2025
PACCAR Awards ConMet with SPM Awards for Core Product Lines
VANCOUVER, Wash. – May 8, 2025 – ConMet has once again been recognized by PACCAR Inc. with three 2024 Supplier...
ConMet – May 6, 2025
ConMet Earns PACCAR 10 PPM Supplier Award for 2024 Performance
VANCOUVER, Wash. – May 6, 2025 – ConMet has once again been recognized with the prestigious 10 PPM Supplier Award...
Jeff Larson – May 2, 2025
Why More Fleets Are Choosing to Replace, Not Rebuild, Wheel Ends
When a wheel hub assembly reaches the end of its life, fleets face a critical decision: rebuild or replace? While...
ConMet – January 17, 2025
30 Years of PreSet® Technology: ConMet Celebrates the Original Pre-Adjusted Hub
VANCOUVER, Wash. – January 17, 2025 – ConMet proudly marks the 30th anniversary of its groundbreaking PreSet wheel end technology....
ConMet – October 25, 2024
ConMet Honored with 2023 Aurora Parts Supplier Award
VANCOUVER, Wash. — October 25, 2024 — ConMet is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious 2023...
ConMet – October 21, 2024
ConMet Nanjing Achieves Carbon Neutral Factory Certification
NANJING, China — October 21, 2024 — ConMet, a leading global supplier of advanced technologies for the commercial vehicle industry,...
ConMet – September 14, 2024
ConMet Showcases Latest Green Solutions at IAA 2024
HANOVER, Germany — September 14, 2024 — ConMet, a global leader in innovative technologies for the commercial vehicle industry, is...
TJ Millbrooke – September 3, 2024
Solar Energy: The Future of Sustainable Manufacturing
Industrial processes account for nearly one-third of global energy consumption, creating immense potential for the transition to renewable energy in the...
TJ Millbrooke – August 12, 2024
Electric Forklifts and AGVs: A Step Toward a More Sustainable Future
In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the shift towards sustainability is no longer just a trend—it's a necessity. Manufacturing plants...
Mike Harman – July 31, 2024
Why Lightweight Components are Important for Commercial Vehicles
The global commercial vehicle industry is actively seeking solutions to several pressing challenges, including stringent emissions regulations, driver shortages, and...
ConMet – July 24, 2024
Best of the Best: ConMet Honored with DTNA Awards for 2023 Performance
VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 24, 2024 — ConMet, a leading global manufacturer of innovative commercial vehicle solutions, proudly announces that...
ConMet – July 15, 2024
ConMet Receives 2023 PACCAR SPM Award for Wheel Ends, Castings, and Plastics
Vancouver, Wash. — July 15, 2024 — ConMet, a leading supplier of components to the commercial vehicle industry, is proud...
ConMet – July 11, 2024
ConMet Earns PACCAR 10 PPM Award for 2023 Performance
VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 11, 2024 — ConMet, a leading manufacturer of components for the commercial vehicle industry, has earned...
ConMet – July 8, 2024
ConMet Receives 2024 Supplier Award from FleetPride
VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 8, 2024 — ConMet, a trusted partner in the commercial vehicle industry, is honored to announce...
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ConMet – May 20, 2024
ConMet Unveils Latest Freight Efficiency Technologies at ACT Expo 2024
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — May 20, 2024 — ConMet, a leader in sustainable solutions for the transportation industry, is proud...
John Waters – March 29, 2024
ConMet’s 60-Year Legacy of Commercial Vehicle Innovation
In the early 1960s, the commercial vehicle industry was in a technological expansion that made driving a truck safer and...
ConMet – March 29, 2024
ConMet Marks 60 Years of Innovation and Industry Leadership
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 29, 2024 — ConMet, a trusted partner in the commercial vehicle industry, is proud to kick...
ConMet – December 21, 2023
Wheel end PMs to Keep Your Fleet Running Safely
Smart fleet managers practice preventive maintenance (PM), scheduling regular service for their vehicles before they need it. The alternative, waiting...
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ConMet – November 7, 2023
ConMet Acquires TruckLabs, the Creator of TruckWings
VANCOUVER, Wash. — November 7, 2023 — ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative parts and components for commercial trucks...
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ConMet – October 24, 2023
PreSet® Wheel End Technology: The Evolution of Excellence
At ConMet, we take pride in our ability to help our customers solve problems. We put ourselves in their shoes...
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ConMet – October 2, 2023
ConMet Establishes European Headquarters, Further Advancing Global Strategic Growth
STUTTGART, Germany — October 03, 2023 — ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers,...
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ConMet – July 24, 2023
Keep Your Fleet On The Road With Regular Preventive Maintenance
July 2023 - Preventive maintenance is the practice of scheduling regular service for a fleet, rather than waiting until a...
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ConMet – May 1, 2023
ConMet to showcase expanding eMobility product line at ACT Expo 2023
ANAHEIM, Calif. — May 1, 2023 — ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers,...
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ConMet – April 24, 2023
Wheel End Maintenance 101: Keeping Your Hub Assemblies Road Ready
April 2023 - Fleets know the importance of keeping their vehicles in top shape and ready for service. Proper maintenance...
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ConMet – March 8, 2023
Why the Commercial Vehicle Industry is Turning to Lightweight Components
March 2023 - Today’s global commercial vehicle industry is facing many challenges, from supply chain uncertainties to accelerating climate change....
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ConMet – January 24, 2023
3 Ways to Enhance Your Preventative Maintenance Program
January 2023 - Preventative maintenance is make-or-break for commercial vehicles. Ignoring this critical component of fleet management can lead to...
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ConMet – November 21, 2022
Replace and Save: Why Rebuilding Wheel Hubs is Costing Fleets Money
Commercial vehicle fleets are constantly adapting to fluctuating market conditions, increasing customer expectations, and supply chain volatility, among a multitude...
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ConMet – November 21, 2022
Cultivating a “Service to Others” Mindset at ConMet
An article by John Waters | Nov. 29, 2022 – At ConMet, everything we do is guided by our core values....
ConMet – September 19, 2022
ConMet to Showcase Innovative, Lightweight Commercial Vehicle Components at IAA Transportation 2022
HANNOVER, Germany — September 19, 2022 — ConMet, a leading global manufacturer of wheel end systems, chassis components, structural plastics,...
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ConMet – July 1, 2022
Driver Tips for Wheel End Pre-Trip Inspections
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recently conducted its annual International Roadcheck. A 72-hour targeted inspection and enforcement program aiming...
ConMet – May 24, 2022
Spotlight on Wheel End Safety
International Roadcheck, an annual three-day event sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) in cooperation with North American regulatory...
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ConMet – April 27, 2022
Preventative Maintenance: A Critical Step To Managing Your Fleet
Preventive maintenance is the practice of scheduling regular service for a fleet, rather than waiting until a repair is necessary...
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ConMet – February 15, 2022
How the Role of the Fleet Maintenance Technician is Evolving
Class 8 trucks are being reimagined to solve today’s most pressing challenges — lowering emissions, increasing fuel efficiency, and improving...
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ConMet – February 10, 2022
Fleets Weigh Repair-Versus-Replace Maintenance Dilemma Every Day
Technicians deal with these decisions all the time: Rebuild complex assemblies—work that costs a lot of time and money—or simply...
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ConMet – February 6, 2020
Air Disc Brakes Gain Safety and Maintenance Advantages
In recent years, many North American truck and trailer original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have recognized the benefits of air disc...
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ConMet – April 25, 2019
ConMet Names John Waters as President
VANCOUVER, Wash. — April 25, 2019 — ConMet announced today that John Waters has been named President, effective immediately. Mr....
ConMet – December 18, 2018
ConMet Opens Second Production Facility in Nanjing China
NANJING, China — December 18, 2018 — ConMet celebrated its new hub assembly facility in Nanjing, China with a grand...
ConMet – March 6, 2018
ConMet Opens New 253,000-Square-Foot Facility in Monroe, N.C.
MONROE, N.C. — March 6, 2018 — ConMet celebrated the official opening of its second Monroe, North Carolina, production facility...