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Steering systems have come a long way since 1894, when the first steering wheel was installed in a vehicle taking part in the Paris-Rouen race. Despite their often deceptively simplistic function, in specialist vehicles, steering systems have specific needs that can affect the steering components installed. Here, Eric Sonahee, design and development engineer at steering

Pailton Engineering has added three new employees to the team in line with the company’s continued development and Lean transformation. All three appointments are external hires for newly created roles, meaning the company can continue to advance with new skills sets, furthering the company’s growth and development.

Pailton Engineering is launching its next generation of bevel boxes for commercial vehicles. This generation three design is a step up from previous generations, with reduced torque characteristics and upgraded sealing capabilities. As this bevel box is equipped to handle extreme conditions, this product launch will benefit the military, bus, coach and construction sectors

Ever tried to put a square peg in a round hole? While you could adapt a square peg to fit the round hole it will never be as perfect as using a precise and custom fit round peg. The same rule applies when considering specialist vehicle manufacturing. While off-the-shelf components can be made to fit with some adaptations, custom-made components will always be more suitable. Here, Nick Jordan, technical manager at Pailton Engineering, investigates the importance of bespoke design.

Coventry-based steering system specialist Pailton Engineering has invested £300k in a highly specialised Mazak machine to add new a layer of automation to its factory floor. Rather than simply purchasing upgrades of the existing machines, the company has strategically modernised by specifying a machine that enhances the company’s capability and efficiency.

There are many component parts to a commercial vehicle steering system. Each one has to be carefully engineered and designed to ensure that it is not only reliable, robust, safe and fit for purpose, but it also needs to be perfect for the vehicle type it has been designed to fit.

When designing steering systems for commercial vehicles, it is vital that each and every component is manufactured to provide optimum performance. From sliding steering shafts, to drop arm manufacture, each and every part needs to be designed to meet the needs of the vehicle it will be fitted to. A Drop Arm, or Pitman Arm

At Pailton Engineering we have an impressive record of continuous improvement in our products, processes and service, and our recent achievement of this key automotive accreditation proves that we are moving in the right direction. Being awarded the ISO/TS 16949:2009 certification is recognition of the hard work and commitment of every member of the Pailton

From the rugged terrain of a construction site to the searing temperatures of a desert, there are many demands that are placed on a commercial vehicle’s steering system. Whether the vehicle is used for emergency services, military, passenger carrying, road sweeping, construction, or anything else, the steering system needs to be reliable, robust, safe and deliver