LOCKING GLADHAND

New STA-LOCK gladhands from Phillips Industries are said to ensure a secure trailer connection when space is tight and reduced weight is a goal. They combine a lightweight aluminum body with a cast-iron connector plate. That plate includes a spring-loaded, stainless-steel ball bearing that provides a positive lock for gladhand mating.

The ‘locking’ dimple on standard gladhands can flatten out over time leading to a lower breakaway threshold, says Phillips, and road vibration and turning can cause enough pressure to uncouple the gladhands. Heavy-duty cast-iron gladhands can also be heavy and bulky, and often do not fit on trailers with space constraints. The STA-LOCK gladhand is claimed to solve both problems with the right blend of strength and size, offering a single product ideal for any trailer operation.


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