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Commercial and industrial vehicles
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/applications/vehicle-braking-system
Brake dynamometer
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/applications/brake-dynamometer
Wind Turbine Brake
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/applications/wind-turbine-brake
Truck Brake CFK Series
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/retarders/truck-brakes-cfk
CFK models are designed to be installed in line with the driveline supported by brackets mounted the frame rails. The main applications for these types of models are for trucks and front-engine buses. They are also used in dynamometer applications.
Bus Brake KA Series
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/retarders/bus-brakes-ka
The main applications for these models are rear-engine buses or vehicles with very short driveshafts.
Electric retarder accessories
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/retarders/electric-retarder-accesories
Electric system and electronic system.
Anpact Transport Expo 2022
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/expo-transport-anpact-2022-198
KLAM was present at Anpact Transport Expo in Mexico on 5-6-7 of October
Busworld exhibition in Istanbul
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/busworld-exhibition-turkey-175
KLAM was present in the Busworld exhibition in Istanbul (Turkey) between the 26-28 of May 2022
KLAM renews IATF 16949 certification
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/klam-renews-iatf-16949-certification-167
KLAM renews IATF 16949 certification proving its ability for the supply of high-quality products to the automotive industry. This certification guarantees the high-quality standards used during the KLAM productive process, accomplishing with all reliability and security requirements.
Mercedes Benz & Klam Retarders
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/mercedes-benz-klam-retarders-16
Mercedes Benz relies on KLAM retarders for its Atego truck range.
Expo transport Anpact 2019
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/expo-transport-anpact-2019-23
KLAM was present at the Expo Transporte Anpact in Mexico on the 16th and 18th of October 2019.
KLAM discovers new markets
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/klam-discovers-new-markets-151
Innovation and distribution of Klam retarders designed for wind turbines in Europe.
KLAM brakes adaptable to MB Sprinter
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/klam-brakes-adaptable-to-mb-sprinter-154
Implementation of the KLAM K40C retarder in MB SPRINTER 906/907 with BR9.
KLAM increases presence in United States
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/klam-increases-presence-in-united-states-155
As of 2019 the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) specifies the KLAM retarder system on all new fire trucks and ambulances.
Development of new technology
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/development-of-new-technology-156
“KLAM, together with AM Lighting, creates the KLAM POWER DISPLAY. An Innovative product that is mounted in the dash to show the driver the level of power the KLAM provides.
Release of the KLAM-DANA RETARDER
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/noticias/2020/release-of-the-klam-dana-retarder-158
In 2018 Dana approved and released the KLAM KA 200 and KA 240 focal on single and tandem axle models (S170, S190, S590 D170, D190).
Contactor or relay box
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/contactor-or-relay-box
Operating with 4 independent high-quality mechanical relays it supplies power in stages to the circuits of the retarder coils. Typically the relays are activated (a) when the driver applies the brake pedal (b) or when the throttle pedal is released or (c) when a manual hand control lever is applies.
Manual hand lever control
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/manual-hand-lever-control
5 position lever control (0 plus 4 stages) with this command the driver manually activates the retarder braking power in stages of 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% as needed.
Brake pedal control (air)
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/brake-pedal-control-air
By means of mounting a pressure transducer or (4) independent pressure switches in line with the vehicle air brake line, allows the driver to activate the retarder in 4 stages when applying the brake pedal. The (4) relays will close independently in stages depending on driver brake pedal pressure. Each rely or “STAGE” once closed will result in the retarder to produce 25% of its total output torque, meaning that when all 4 relays are closed 100% output torque is achieved resulting in 85% vehicle braking before the foundation brakes are engaged.
Low speed retarder cut off switch
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/low-speed-retarder-cut-off-switch
Deactivates the retarder when the vehicle is moving below 2mph or is stopped, thus avoiding unnecessary energy consumption when the retarder does not apply braking. It should be installed whenever the brake pedal control is used and is recommended when installing the manual control only.
ABS event cut off relay
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/abs-event-cut-off-relay
Disables the retarder when an ABS event occurs, thus the ABS has full control of the braking on each wheel. When the ABS event is over, the retarder will resume braking one stage at a time.
KLAM dashboard light
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/klam-dashboard-light
Indicator light that is installed on the dashboard and indicates to the driver that the retarder is active.
KLAM display 4 leds
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/klam-display-4-leds
Indicator light installed on the dashboard indicating to the driver that the retarder is active and displays the power level output.
KLAM electronic control modul (ECS)
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/klam-electronic-control-modul-ecs
New control unit for the electric retarder that supplies voltage to the coil circuits at the same time and proportionally. The braking portion can be activated through a manual switch in the dashboard or a pressure transducer mounted in the air brake line that contains the output air pressure of the vehicle brake pedal. The KLAM control module incorporates features as low-speed retarder cutoff and ABS event retarder cut off, eliminating the need for additional components. As well, it has bi-directional communication via CANBUS SAE J1939, enlarging the electric retarder managing possibilities. It also interacts with the most modern EBS braking systems from manufacturers like WABCO or KNORR-BREMSE. Tailored applications are also possible due to the great versatility of the system.
Manual hand lever control
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/manual-hand-lever-control
5 position lever control (0 plus 4 stages) with this command the driver manually activates the electric retarder braking power in stages of 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% as needed.
Brake Pedal Control (AIR)
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/brake-pedal-control-air
By means of mounting a pressure transducer in line with the vehicle air brake line, allows the driver to activate the electric retarder when applying the brake pedal. Depending on the drivers brake pedal pressure, the transducer sends a voltage signal to the ECU allowing the electric retarder to produce between 0-100% output torque. The retarder will handle up to 85% of the vehicle braking before the foundation brakes are engaged.
Low speed retarder cut off
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/low-speed-retarder-cut-off
An incorporated function in the KLAM POWER MODULE. Deactivates the electric retarder when the vehicle is running at a very low speed or is stopped, avoiding an unnecessary energy consumption when the retarder is not braking.
ABS event retarder cut off
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/abs-event-retarder-cut-off
An incorporated function in the KLAM POWER MODULE. Deactivates the retarder when an ABS event starts, so this way the ABS has total control of the braking in every wheel.
KLAM dashboard light
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/klam-dashboard-light
Illuminated single light installed in the dashboard, that indicates to the driver that the electric retarder is active.
KLAM display 4 leds
https://www.klamretarder.com/en/klam-display-4-leds
Illuminated LED light bar with a power level display. It is installed in the dashboard, letting the driver see the percent of retarder output power in real time.