OEM Archives | ConMet
ConMet Showcases Wheel End Solutions at JASE 2026 in Yokohama
YOKOHAMA, Japan — May 27, 2026 — ConMet showcased its wheel end and brake product portfolio at the Automotive Engineering...
ConMet Earns PACCAR SPM Leader Recognition for 2025 Performance
VANCOUVER, Wash. — April 21, 2026 — ConMet has been recognized by PACCAR with Leader-level honors in the company’s 2025 Supplier Performance Management (SPM)...
TruckWings® technology reaches 1.5 billion miles as fleet adoption accelerates
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Dec. 18, 2025 — ConMet today announced that TruckWings® technology has exceeded 1.5 billion miles of combined...
Wheel Ends 101
The wheel end is a critical component of any vehicle, connecting the wheel to the axle and enabling smooth rotation....
ConMet Showcases Advanced Wheel End Technologies at JSAE 2025 in Yokohama
YOKOHAMA, Japan – May 23, 2025 – ConMet, a global leader in wheel end systems, structural components, and advanced vehicle...
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 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...
ConMet Highlights PreSet® 30th Anniversary, TruckWings® Availability, and More at TMC 2025
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 10, 2025 – ConMet is set to bring a strong lineup of innovations and industry insights...
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 Extends TruckWings Device Limited Warranty to 5 Years/500,000 Miles
VANCOUVER, Wash. – December 9, 2024 – ConMet is pleased to announce a major enhancement to the TruckWings® limited product...
5 Ways to Extend Heavy-Duty Electric Truck Range
As the transportation industry continues to focus on sustainability, fleets are increasingly considering heavy-duty electric trucks as part of their...
TruckWings Tech Hits 1B Miles, Saving CO2 Equal to 15,000 Cars
VANCOUVER, Wash. — October 11, 2024 — ConMet, a leader in sustainability solutions for the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry, proudly...
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 Receives APEX Award from Daimler Truck North America
VANCOUVER, Wash. — February 06, 2024 — ConMet is honored to have been recognized with a supplier award from DTNA...
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...
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...
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,...
ConMet Receives 2023 Supplier Excellence Award from Navistar
VANCOUVER, Wash. — September 28, 2023 — ConMet is proud to announce it has received a 2023 Supplier Excellence Award from...
ConMet PreSet Plus® Hub Assemblies Chosen as Standard for Cheetah Chassis Trailers
VANCOUVER, Wash. — September 19, 2023 — ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers,...
ConMet Receives PACCAR SPM Award Across Three Divisions
VANCOUVER, Wash. — April 04, 2023 — ConMet has received PACCAR's 2022 SPM Award across its wheel ends, castings, and plastics...
ConMet Earns PACCAR 10 PPM Award at Six Manufacturing Facilities
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 23, 2023 — ConMet has earned PACCAR’s 10 PPM Award across six of ConMet's North American...
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....
DTNA Recognizes ConMet’s Outstanding Service with the ‘Masters of Quality’ Award
VANCOUVER, Wash. — September 28, 2022 — ConMet is excited to announce that three of its facilities have once again...
ConMet Receives Navistar Supplier Excellence Award
Vancouver, Wash. — July 6, 2022 — ConMet (Consolidated Metco, Inc.) announces its recognition for a Supplier Excellence award of...
ConMet Receives 3 PACCAR Awards for 2021
Vancouver, Wash. — March 31, 2022 — PACCAR has recognized ConMet with three 2021 Supplier Performance Management awards across multiple...
ConMet Receives Three ‘Masters of Quality’ Awards
Vancouver, Wash. — November 11, 2021 — ConMet, the industry’s leading global manufacturer of wheel hubs, structural plastic, and aluminum...
Utility Makes ConMet Preset Plus® Standard on All Trailers
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — April 9, 2021 — Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co., the industry’s largest manufacturer of refrigerated trailers and...
ConMet Wins PACCAR’s SPM Awards Across All Business Units
VANCOUVER, Wash. — April 7, 2021 —ConMet has been recognized by PACCAR as a recipient of three Supplier Performance Management...
ConMet Facility Becomes First to Receive DTNA Supplier Award for 30 Consecutive Years
VANCOUVER, Wash. — December 16, 2020 — Once again, ConMet’s dedication to quality has earned its Monroe, NC facility the...
Aftermarket Sales course modules
Module 1
Hub Technology
Understand the innovation behind ConMet’s PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs.
Module 2
“The App” Sales Tool
Learn how to leverage the ConMet App to find parts fast and close sales faster.
Module 3
Selling Situations
Master real-world sales scenarios and how to position ConMet solutions with confidence.
What you will gain
This course offers significant advantages for sales professionals who are selling wheel hub assemblies in the heavy-duty truck and trailer market. By completing the training, you will be better equipped to educate fleet seeking wheel end solutions, overcome objections, and close more deals with confidence.
Product expertise = credibility
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs, including their design, benefits, and applications—making you a trusted advisor to your customers.
Sell smarter, not harder
Learn how to position PreSet® and PreSet Plus® hubs as the smarter alternative to conventional hubs — saving your customers time, labor, and money.
Turn objections into opportunities
Master real-world selling situations where customers are price-sensitive, unsure about part numbers, or planning to rebuild. You’ll learn how to guide them toward better decisions using total cost of ownership.
Upsell opportunities
You’ll learn how to position PreSet Plus as a premium upgrade with added features like the integrated spindle nut and extended warranty—helping you increase average order value.
Leverage the ConMet App like a pro
Discover how to use the app to quickly identify parts, calculate ROI, and close deals faster — even when customers don’t have part numbers.
Market awareness
With over 30 million hubs on the road and 2 million replacements needed annually, you’ll understand the size of the opportunity and how to target the right customers.
Confidence in conversations
Whether you’re talking to technicians, fleet managers, or parts buyers, you’ll speak their language and build trust through technical fluency.
Brake Drums 101 course modules
Module 3
Brake Drum Inspection
Master inspection techniques to identify wear patterns, heat damage, cracks, and other conditions that affect drum performance and safety.
Module 4
Brake Drum Replacement
Discover when and why to replace brake drums, how to select the correct replacement, and the importance of replacing drums and linings in pairs.
Module 5
Additional Information
Explore advanced topics like brake drum balancing, proper storage and handling, and common misconceptions about stud holes and mounting systems.
What you will gain
This course is ideal for technicians, service managers, and anyone involved in brake system maintenance. By completing the training, you’ll gain the confidence and technical fluency to perform brake drum service safely and effectively.
Technical mastery = safer, smarter braking
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of ConMet brake drums, including identification, inspection criteria, and service procedures — making you a more capable and trusted technician.
Service with confidence
Learn how to properly remove, inspect, and replace brake drums using OEM-approved methods — reducing downtime and preventing costly mistakes.
Prevent failures before they happen
Master inspection techniques that help you catch early signs of wear, overheating, or improper installation — keeping vehicles on the road longer.
Know your drums
Understand how to identify ConMet drums using casting marks, part numbers, and date codes — and how to match them to the correct wheel mounting system.
Wheel Hubs 101 course modules
Module 5
Lubrication
Understand the importance of proper lubrication and how to apply oil or semi-fluid grease based on hub type.
Module 6
Wheel Hub and Rotor
Learn how to inspect, remove, and replace disc brake rotors, including identifying wear patterns and damage.
Module 7
Brake and Wheel Installation
Get detailed guidance on reinstalling calipers, wheels, and torqueing procedures for both hub pilot and ball seat systems.
What you will gain
This course is ideal for technicians, service managers, and anyone involved in wheel end maintenance. By completing the training, you’ll gain the confidence and technical fluency to perform hub service safely and effectively.