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May 2022

The DVSA have just released their latest vehicle database update for Commercial Vehicle Roller Brake Testers.  All DVSA Authorised Testing Facilities (ATF’s) have until 1st November 2022 to install this latest version of the Designated Test Programme Data (Dtp) in order to ensure that vehicle tests on a range of additional models can be conducted in accordance with model specific test routines.

The latest DVSA update includes new Dtp numbers 10090 to 10238. Dtp 10238 relates to a 2 axle Citroen ridged, 3800kg GVW, (Solo) parking on axle 2, with the split service brake as the nominated secondary.

The Tecalemit DE/9000 series of Commercial Vehicle Roller Brake Tester are the models of choice for numerous ATF’s and Commercial Vehicle Operators.  Tecalemit’s latest version, the DE/9700 is particularly popular for new and replacement installations due to its high capacity 15kw motors and fully galvanised roller bed, which provides superior corrosion resistance and durability.  Tecalemit DE/9700 users can check for existence of these additional numbers on Commercial Vehicle Roller Brake Tester database to confirm when the latest update has been installed. 

Outside of the MOT test, the importance of regular period brake tests for commercial vehicles must not be underestimated.  A brake test report produced on a Tecalemit DE/9700 report can tell you if the vehicle has met various overall braking efficiencies such as that for service, secondary and park. The report can also identify individual braking aspects where preventative action can be undertaken to avoid further problems that could result in brake failure. This includes bind, time lag, ovality, imbalance and maximum force. Vehicle details and weight imposed on each axle is also shown on each brake test report.

Contact Tecalemit Service Operations on 01752 219100 for full details on how to schedule your database update.

May 2022

Whilst the UK garage network lives with all of the disruption to MOT expiry dates caused by the 2020 Coronavirus 6 month MOT expiry extensions, it is worth remembering that 2019 was a very strong year for new vehicle registrations’. 

These 2019 registered vehicles are now rolling through MOT test centre doors for their first MOT test at 3 years of age.   Add into this volume, the distorted renewal dates from vehicles that deferred their 2020 MOT renewal by six months and September is predicted to be a ‘Super September’ for MOT demand.

If you have been considering making MOT testing a part of your consumer proposition, then now is the time to start your application process to become a fully operational MOT test centre in-time for September’s bumper demand.

Tecalemit’s team of MOT Equipment Specialists can help you navigate the entire process, from Workshop MOT Bay layout, through to the DVSA’s VT01 application process, site preparation and equipment installation.

Take a look at some of our recent Tecalemit case studies

March 2022

In the latest edition of Commercial Vehicle Workshop (Pages 14-15) Tecalemit look back over the last 100 years and their long association with HGV equipment supply and brake testing.  Whether it is commercial vehicle lifting, tyre changing, brake testing or wheel alignment, the 2022 Tecalemit range of HGV equipment is ideal for your commercial vehicle workshop.

Tecalemit look back over the last 100 years and their long association with HGV equipment supply and brake testing.  Whether it is commercial vehicle lifting, tyre changing, brake testing or wheel alignment, the 2022 Tecalemit range of HGV equipment is ideal for your commercial vehicle workshop.

of Commercial Vehicle Workshop (Pages 14-15)

February 2022

In the March Edition of Professional Motor Mechanic, Tecalemit take a look at the things you need to undertake when applying to become a DVSA MOT Testing Station.  It is more than just a few pieces of equipment, there are mandated dimensions to be adhered to.  Read Here Page 50 & 51

November 2021

Tecalemit’s latest Garage Equipment Specials magazine features our Italian manufactured professional Tyre Changer & Wheel Balancer range. Together with the Haweka range of professional wheel balancing adaptors, this top quality equipment is ideal for the professional tyre bay. Haweka adaptors allow the tyre bay to emulate the 'on-vehicle’ wheel clamping method for the ultimate in balancing accuracy. 

 Checkout the range here along all our other offers.

October 2021

Brake efficiency tests could be one of the most critical parts of your preventative maintenance routines. It is recommended that a calibrated roller brake tester be used during the safety inspection to record both brake efficiencies and overall braking performance. However, many fleet operators still outsource this vital activity, resulting in a reduction of the vehicle's availability on top of the cost of testing.

The Tecalemit DE/9700 Commercial Vehicle brake tester is DVSA approved, designed to meet the exacting requirements for a vehicle inspection centre. This precision roller brake tester can be installed as part of a standalone application or as an Authorised Testing Facility (ATF) lane. In addition, it meets the DSVA’s connected requirements and can be used for Class 4 & 7 MOT testing, extending the range of vehicles a workshop can handle.

By carrying out brake tests in-house, without sending a driver and vehicle to an external test centre, you could increase the availability of the vehicle to work. To discover how you could benefit from a Tecalemit brake tester, to gain more control over your fleet, contact us today.

Email: sales@tecalemit.co.uk

Tel: 01752 219 111

October 2021

Sidlaw MOT Centre is a well-established, family business and one of the only garages in Dundee to specialise in Class 4 & 7 MOTs for commercial vehicles. From their roots in coach hire, Sidlaw’s had their own in-house maintenance team which expanded into offering their mechanical expertise to the public and other local businesses, and now forms the main part of their operation. Sidlaw’s aim of delivering the best customer service has resulted in them carrying out service and repair work for some big names, like Asda, for example. When Sidlaw’s decided it was time to invest in another lift, they spoke to their local Euro Car Parts garage equipment specialist.

Together with James McDermott, Tecalemit’s Sales Manager for Scotland, they discussed the options to suit the available space. They decided on Tecalemit’s SF/9825 25t 4-Post Commercial Vehicle lift. This heavy-duty lift features platforms that incorporate a unique design and heavy gauge materials, ensuring total lifting safety combined with unrivalled durability and performance. The design features include a drive-through width of 3.5m between the columns, allowing access for vehicles, such as coaches, with fixed mirrors. As soon our expert installation team had finished, Sidlaw’s put the lift into action, easily raising a large coach.

Contact us today to discover more about Tecalemit's full range of CV workshop equipment.

Email: sales@tecalemit.co.uk Tel: 01752 219111

Visit the Sidlaw MOT Centre website here: sidlawmotcentre.co.uk

September 2021

Shuttle Buses is one of the largest independent bus and coach operators in Ayrshire. Established in 1990 they provide reliable, high-quality bus and coach services throughout Ayrshire with a fleet of over 40 vehicles. They also have a fully-equipped workshop where they carry out all their own maintenance, which is where Tecalemit came in. Shuttle Buses were looking for a new lift that could handle their full fleet of vehicles, which range from 16 up to 70 seaters. After speaking with David Kennedy of Dingbro and Jim McDermott, Tecalemit’s Sales Manager for Scotland, they decided on the SF/9128 12.0t 4 post commercial vehicle lift.

The SF/9128 is suitable for lifting a wide range of commercial vehicles, including buses, coaches and tractor units, and benefits from a 3.3m drive-through width between the columns ensuring easy access for most vehicles. Added to this is an overall platform length of 8.4m, which allows many of the longest wheelbase vehicles to sit comfortably on the 0.7m wide platforms. This heavy-duty 4 post lift is the perfect solution when a workshop wants a lift in a static location without the additional civil work associated with many scissors lifts. It also offers a cost-effective alternative to mobile lifting columns that need to be manoeuvred in and out of position every time they are used.

Contact us today to learn more about Tecalemit's full range of CV workshop equipment.

Email: sales@tecalemit.co.uk

Tel: 01752 219111

September 2021

Here at Tecalemit Garage Equipment we are preparing to celebrate our 100th year of Garage Equipment supply. MOT testing has been a comprehensive part of our range since the concept was first launched by the Ministry Of Transport in 1960. Have a look at the latest article in Tyre Trade News which discusses our history with MOT brake testers. Which Tecalemit Brake Tester Display do you have?

August 2021

Tecalemit Garage Equipment provides a comprehensive range of vehicle lifting solutions for commercial vehicles, but there are times when a different method of dealing with vehicle inspection and repair may be required. Here we have outlined a variety of features and benefits of our range of inspection pits.

A modern inspection pit can provide a viable alternative for commercial vehicle (CV) workshops. The current range of pits from Tecalemit provide a completely different environment to the old brick and concrete pits that were commonly found in commercial vehicle workshops of the past. These modern prefabricated steel pits provide many advantages over alternative construction methods. They are specifically designed as load bearing structures which enable the safe and efficient use of Tecalemit commercial vehicle pit jacks. With pit jacks featuring a typical axle load capacity of 20 tonnes up to special 50 tonne heavy duty units, the Tecalemit range of commercial vehicle pit jacks can be contained securely in order to provide an effective over-pit lifting capability.

When installing a prefabricated inspection pit, the jacking beam rail will be built into the design of the pit and the pit jack runs along on this dedicated rail. With the addition of an air operated Tecalemit pneumatic pit jack, together with a range of lifting accessories such as chassis crutches, differential case adaptors and spreader beams, the ease of the over-pit lifting operation can be further improved. The connection of an air supply to the inspection pit can also serve to provide the facility with oil extraction via in-pit oil drainer to deliver a safe method of handling contaminated waste oils. The modern vehicle pit can also be designed and constructed to feature tailored recesses to store oil drainers, as well as toolboxes, in order to keep the working area safe and free from hazards.

The steel pit tub provides a secure watertight environment, while the tough epoxy coated surface allows easy cleaning. This combines to create a durable, safe solution whilst creating an agreeable working environment. A range of pit lighting options helps to further enhance the environment, with the surface finish of the pits providing good light dispersion to benefit the technician. The pit tub can also be fabricated to include purpose designed housings for the Tecalemit DE/7353 pit play detector to enable the testing of commercial vehicle steering and suspension components. The DE/7353 is approved for use in DVSA authorised testing facilities (ATF) which enables CV fleet operators to undertake their own pre-MOT steering and suspension testing.

Tecalemit’s DE/9700 roller brake tester can be used to create a definitive CV testing facility which allows operators to test their vehicle to MOT standards while undertaking their own periodic brake safety and efficiency tests. So which vehicles is Tecalemit Garage Equipment’s Commercial Vehicle Brake Tester (CVBT) suitable for? Well, our DE/9700 CVBT accommodates testing of HGV’s, PSV’s, trailers, in fact most commercial vehicles. The brake tester’s innovative design means it is also suitable for testing cars and light commercials all on one machine if required. This in-ground brake tester delivers a solid solution which can be adapted to meet your testing requirements.

The benefits of the Tecalemit’s CV brake tester include:

• DVSA database included
• Easy exit, bi-directional rollers
• Can be installed spanning pit lane
• Powerful, soft-start 15kW motors
• Wireless control unit for one-person operation
• DVSA approved for ATF and MOT test lane installations

So as you can see Tecalemit’s range of inspection pits offer a modern, safe option for CV workshops. Our pits provide a sense of security where some people may feel lifts are too dependent upon their lifting ability, which can be particularly unnerving when working under some large commercial vehicles. As we have shown there are many benefits to designing a workshop with an inspection pit, particularly since the arrival of prefabricated pits has overcome many of the downsides found in commercial vehicle workshops of the past. This has resulted the costs of inspecting, maintaining and testing vehicles with pits a more viable option, especially when combined a play detector and brake tester.

Contact us today to discover more about Tecalemit's range of CV workshop equipment.

Email: sales@tecalemit.co.uk Tel: 01752 219111 Web: tecalemit.co.uk