There are many versions of Dexter axle brakes available to those who need brakes on their trailers. Some of the most common are the electric or hydraulic brakes that are a drum style. These brakes will press out against the drum that the wheel is bolted to and cause it to slow down. If it is an electric system, then the signal to slow is caused by an electric signal from the braking device in the cab of the truck to the brakes by electrical wiring harnesses. If it is Hydraulic, then it will have a fluid filled line instead.

There are also Dexter axle brakes that use a compressed air system to engage the breaking system. Air brakes are more commonly known to be on rather large trucks that move freight long distances. The use of air brakes lowers the possibility of the braking system overheating and causing major problems. Air pressure gradually builds up causing the brakes to slowly engage to relieve this pressure and to do this, they must vent some of the air. You will notice this venting when you hear semi trailers emitting the whooshing sound when they come to a stop. This is most likely a sound that you have heard at least a couple of times in your life.

Dexter axle breaks manufactures many of these systems and are the industry leaders in the trailer world. Just about every trailer that you see on the roads is produced by Dexter or at least has their parts involved in the making of the breaking or axle system. This standard is something that is unparalleled with any other company out there. They strive to be the best at what they do and, as far as most people are concerned, they are the best. This gives the company a definite leading edge in the industry of axle brakes and trailer accessories. If only all the other companies out there would put as much into their work ethic as this one does, it might be a whole different world. Not only are their products top notch, but their customer service agents are as well.