After more than a decade of using one of its trusty brake testers and racking up countless tests, Turbine Commercials’ Andy Burrows decided “it was time” to replace and invest in a brand new MAHA MBT 7250 EUROSYSTEM.
Wisbech – 31st October 2022 Turbine Commercials, a Renault Trucks dealer in Suffolk, has been a loyal MAHA UK customer for many years, first employing the services of the workshop equipment manufacturer after needing equipment that was DVSA certified and compliant.
Both parties have developed a strong partnership in that time, which has led to the purchase of two brake testers and a full ATF lane, the latter used by DVSA three times-a-week.
From time-to-time, MAHA UK’s engineers are required, to either calibrate equipment or repair. Andy said MAHA UK’s speed of service over the years has “only cemented the relationship between the two”.
He added: “Everyone at MAHA UK is always proactive; whether it’s the team behind the scenes handling enquiries, the engineers that are so knowledgeable and efficient, or the managing director, Neil Ebbs, who is always a calming and rationalising influence – I can’t speak highly enough of them because they can’t do enough for us!
“On one occasion, on the morning a DVSA tester was due in, I had an electrical phase go down on one of the brake rollers. Immediately, I jumped on the phone, but I needn’t have worried because one of MAHA UK’s engineers diagnosed the problem and talked me through how to fix the issue quickly – this was all done before the DVSA tester arrived!”
On this more recent occasion, however, there was a “grumbling issue” with the nearside brake roller. With this brake tester being well over 10 years’ old and wary of a congested MOT schedule, he invited MAHA UK’s workshop equipment specialist, Louis Tunmore, in to assess the situation – Louis presented a variety of options:
“There was a scenario where we could’ve had the equipment reconditioned,” said Andy. “During the space of a conversation, however, I believed the bigger package – new brake tester, wiring, safety system, computer and bench – was the best value for money. We couldn’t risk cancelling or rearranging MOTs, and after more than a decade, plus the competitive package that was offered, we decided it was time to invest and buy brand new.
“Louis injected confidence in me with his knowledge and enthusiasm – I signed the contract on the same day! – and then he joined us on the day of installation a couple of weeks later. Both he and his colleague, Matt, worked well as a team – I even mucked in!”
MAHA UK’s equipment is calibrated at the point of installation, and the company offers various warranty packages to customers. MAHA UK is particularly proud of its after-sales support; its engineers are factory-trained and experienced, which means they’re best-placed to install and maintain equipment – why would a customer want or expect anything less?
MAHA UK and Turbine Commercials’ journey continues and shows no sign of slowing either, with Andy hinting that another ATF lane “may come to fruition in the near future”.
MBT 7250 EUROSYSTEM used extensively in DVSA and ATF stations
The MBT 7250 EUROSYSTEM measures brake system performance quickly and accurately. Its large roller sensor, with a diameter of 100mm and axle load of 18t, guarantees excellent coverage across each tyre’s dimensions.
Users can connect additional floor units, so the brake tester can also be used as a base module for installing test lanes.
Its electronic, temperature-compensated strain gauge system produces precise measurement results, irrespective of the conditions, thanks to its robust and long-lasting design.
A benefit of using a MBT 7250 is that it is fitted with a dual speed motor. In the UK, opposed to other parts of the world, users will conduct an applied park brake test. They will put the park brake on, with the objective of turning the rollers with the brakes in position, so they could simulate real-life scenarios where brakes could fail, like on a hill, for example.
Instead of one consistent speed, where extreme torque could stress and damage components if the applied brake test is conducted too aggressively, users can operate the MBT 7250 at a slower speed to start with. As a result, this gives the motor gearbox assembly a longer lifespan.