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ConMet Expands Brake Portfolio With New TruCast™ Brake Drums
VANCOUVER, Wash. — July 22, 2026 — ConMet is expanding its North American aftermarket brake drum portfolio with the launch of new TruCast™ brake drums. These new...
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)...
ConMet Brings Wheel End Reliability, Technician Support, and Active Aerodynamics to TMC 2026
Booth #2144 will feature wheel end reliability solutions and technician resources, with live TruckWings® technology demonstrations at Static Display #4....
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...
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 Showcases a Full Suite of Efficiency-Driven Technologies at ACT Expo 2025
ANAHEIM, Calif. – April 25, 2025 – ConMet is returning to ACT Expo this year with a robust lineup of...
ConMet Further Expands Service Video Series with New Educational Content
VANCOUVER, Wash. – April 24, 2025 – ConMet, a trusted leader in commercial vehicle technology and innovation, has announced the...
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 Expands Wheel End Service Video Series
VANCOUVER, Wash. — November 19, 2024 — ConMet, a global leader in wheel-end technology for over 60 years, announces the...
PreSet Plus Wheel Ends Standard on Kraft’s New Omni Composite Tank Trailer
VANCOUVER, Wash. — October 24, 2024 — ConMet, a leading global manufacturer of innovative wheel end solutions, proudly announces that...
Top 5 Heavy-Duty Trailer Hub Maintenance Tips
In commercial trucking, heavy-duty trailers typically have longer service intervals than tractors, so they may not be inspected by technicians...
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...
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 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 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...
ConMet Releases Service Videos to Share 60 Years of Wheel-End Expertise
VANCOUVER, Wash. — March 19, 2024 — ConMet, the industry leader in wheel-end technology for 60 years, is excited to...
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 Expands Medium-Duty PreSet Hub Aftermarket Portfolio
VANCOUVER, Wash. — January 23, 2024 — ConMet, a leading global provider of innovative parts and components for commercial trucks...
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...
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 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,...
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...
How to Maximize Results When Integrating Telematics into Fleet Operations
In recent years, digital fleet telematics solutions have emerged as a critical tool for fleet management, providing fleet operators with...
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...
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....
Telematics and the Road to Fleet Maintenance Autonomy
As more organizations are adopting fleet telematics technology, maintenance programs are becoming smarter, more efficient, and more effective. These systems are...
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...
How Telematics Help Fleets Capitalize on Cost Savings During Winter Months
For commercial vehicle fleets, the winter months mean an increase in operating costs. When assets are exposed to cold temperatures,...
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...
How Fleets Leverage Digital Technology to Maximize Safety Efforts
The rise of digital technology in today’s trucking industry is helping fleets maximize the effectiveness of their safety and compliance...
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 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,...
ConMet Receives Navistar Supplier Excellence Award
Vancouver, Wash. — July 6, 2022 — ConMet (Consolidated Metco, Inc.) announces its recognition for a Supplier Excellence award of...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
ConMet launches upgraded training website
Vancouver, Wash. January — 18, 2022 — ConMet is pleased to announce the launch of a new, upgraded online training...
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...
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...
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 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...
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.
Module 1
Drum Identification
Learn how to identify ConMet brake drums using casting marks, part numbers, and date codes. Understand the differences between hub pilot and ball seat wheel mounting systems and how to ensure compatibility.
Module 2
Brake Drum Removal
Follow detailed safety procedures for removing brake drums, including proper vehicle support, handling precautions, and contamination control.
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.
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.