Doctor Air Brake

21/07/2025

Pleased to complete a Reverse Smart® auto-brake installation for Banner Contracts on one of their Doosan shovel loaders.

Shovel loaders operate in challenging site conditions where visibility is low and foot traffic is high. By fitting Reverse Smart®, Banner Contracts is enhancing safety with real-time radar detection, visual warnings in the operator’s line of sight, and automatic braking to prevent reversing incidents before they happen.

A huge thank you to Phil Molyneaux and the team for their support and commitment to safer operations on every job.

It’s technology designed for harsh environments — and built to save lives.

21/07/2025

Reversing incidents remain one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities in commercial vehicle operations. That's why our work with Dawson Group | EMC is so important — Reverse Smart® is now actively protecting lives across their fleet operations.

How is Reverse Smart® safeguarding people at Dawson Group?:
✓ Instant detection - Radar technology identifies pedestrians and obstacles in blind spots the moment they enter danger zones
✓ Automatic life-saving intervention - Emergency braking activates immediately when collision risks are detected, preventing serious injuries and fatalities
✓ Comprehensive coverage - Every reversing manoeuvre across depot yards, distribution centres, and roadside locations is now protected
✓ Preventing the preventable - The system eliminates human error and reaction time delays that can prove fatal

This isn't just about improving safety statistics — it's about ensuring that preventable incidents simply don't happen. Dawson Group | EMC understands that when it comes to protecting lives, there's no room for compromise.

Thank you to Mike Firth, James Meaney, and the Dawson Group team for recognising that every life matters. Their commitment to implementing technology that prevents tragedies before they occur sets the standard for responsible fleet management.

Because preventing one incident makes every installation worthwhile.

21/06/2025

🚛 Thank You, Stock Sweepers & Damian Smyth! 🚛

We're proud to announce that Doctor Air Brake has been appointed by Stock Sweepers to install our Forward and Reverse Autobrake Safety System for Damian Sweeps.

Damian already runs several sweepers equipped with our system, and we’re thrilled to hear his positive feedback. He told us:

> “We wanted a quality, reliable, and safe system to protect our business and the people working around our vehicles — and Doctor Air-Brake delivered.”
It’s always rewarding to hear that our technology is making a difference on the ground.

🙏 A big thank you to Ian Curnock Mitch Stock Ed Read for your continued support and partnership.
👏 And thank you to Damian Smyth for placing your trust in Doctor Air-Brake.

Together, we’re raising the standard for vehicle safety in the sweeper industry.

21/06/2025

🔧 A Huge Thank You to TIP Group 🚛
We're proud to supply TIP with our Trailer Check system powered by Lithium – a game-changing tool that helps their workshop technicians test trailers more efficiently during routine inspections and servicing.
Thank you to the team at TIP and Roy Thomas for putting your trust in Doctor Air Brake. We’re excited to support your commitment to quality, safety, and innovation in fleet maintenance!

23/05/2025

🤝 Partnership in Safety | Dawson Group x Doctor Air Brake 🚛🛑
It’s been an absolute honour to work alongside our longstanding partners, Dawson Group, who have continued to show their commitment to safety by installing Doctor Air Brake’s Autobraking system across their entire fleet of sweepers.
Their trust and support mean the world to us — and it’s been our privilege to help protect their business, their drivers, and the public while their vehicles are at work on the roads. 🌍✨
📸 These photos of a new batch of Sweepers going to their customer Sweeptech Environmental Services showcase just how adaptable and advanced our system is. On these new Volvo models, we’ve seamlessly integrated our Radar Autobraking via CAN communication. When the radar detects a person or obstacle, the vehicle receives an immediate signal via the CAN lines — and brakes automatically.
This is a great example of how safety technology is evolving, and how Doctor Air Brake is proud to stay at the forefront, providing reliable, tailored solutions that work with modern vehicle systems.
🙏 A huge thank you to Mike Firth James Meaney Dawson Group for your continued collaboration and belief in our vision.
👉 If you’re looking to upgrade your fleet’s safety or want to learn more about how our Autobraking solutions can integrate with your vehicles, get in touch today.

23/05/2025

🚛 Another Step Forward in Vehicle Safety! 🚨
We recently had the pleasure of visiting K Sweep, who have chosen to upgrade their fleet of sweepers with Radar Auto Braking technology from Doctor Air Brake.
By putting their trust in us, K Sweep is taking a proactive step to enhance driver support, safeguard their business, and help prevent accidents before they happen. 👏
As the manufacturer of this cutting-edge auto braking system, Doctor Air Brake has the unique ability to tailor every installation to suit the specific vehicle application — ensuring the highest level of safety on the road.
A big thank you to K Sweep Craig Thompson Mathew Johnson for your commitment to innovation and safety!
👉 If you’re interested in upgrading your fleet’s safety systems or want to learn more about how Radar Auto Braking can benefit your vehicles, feel free to get in touch. Let’s make our roads safer, together.

07/05/2025

Can anyone help at Kent Crime Metropolitan Crime Division , we've had an engineer working in Dartford for the last couple of days. Staying overnight at the Premier Inn at Bridge business park Dartford to wake up this morning and his work van stolen. The premier inn wouldn't release cctv footage to is, only Police, reported to Kent Police at 08.00am this morning with tracker details and location which shows it being at Thistlebrook Abbey Wood site. Police say they have attended and the van was not there. Lots of specialist tools, products and Engineers tools which have taken years to build up now gone! Photo of van isn't the best its a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter EY17YXC

02/05/2025

🚛 Honoured to Attend the National Institute of Planning Contractors Event this week.
We were proud to be welcomed at this year’s NIPC event at The Wootton Hotel, Dorking — an incredible opportunity to connect with industry leaders and showcase safety innovations that are already saving lives on UK roads.
With the support of Jim Morris Plant Hire and one of his fleet vehicles, we demonstrated our Reverse Smart Auto Braking System — soley designed and manufactured by Doctor Air Brake to protect what matters most: your people, your reputation, and the public.
In industries where HGVs operate daily, safety isn’t optional — it’s essential.
Reverse Smart is not a driver aid. It’s a last line of defence.
🔴 Radar-powered
🛑 Automatically applies service brakes when danger is detected
👷 Protects drivers, pedestrians & property
💼 Supports legal compliance and reduces insurance risk
From refuse trucks to plant vehicles, this retrofit system sees what the driver can’t — and acts when they don’t.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more and see the system in action. Let’s work together to make road safety smarter, stronger, and standard.
👉

17/04/2025

Regular trailer maintenance can significantly extend the lifespan of a fleet, potentially saving money on repairs and downtime. By implementing preventative maintenance, you can reduce breakdowns, lower long-term costs, and maintain a fleet that operates efficiently and safely.

Trust Doctor Air Brake's certified technicians to deliver comprehensive air brake diagnostics with industry-leading equipment and unmatched expertise.

Don't wait for costly roadside breakdowns. Schedule your preventative maintenance today!

🔗 air-brake.com
📞 0845 644 9309

19/03/2025

Introducing Easy-Doc: The Next Generation Autobraking System for HGV Trailers.
Doctor Air Brake is proud to introduce Easy-Doc, our latest next-generation Autobraking system specifically designed for HGV Trailers with EBS or ABS. Built on the proven technology of our Reverse Smart Autobraking System, Easy-Doc brings cutting-edge safety to truck and trailer combinations, ensuring seamless protection and damage prevention.
This innovative system integrates effortlessly with HALDEX, WABCO, and KNORR-BREMSE braking systems, making it the ideal plug-and-play safety solution for fleet operators managing a mix of rigid vehicles and articulated trailers. Any Tractor Unit can be coupled to a trailer fitted with Easy-Doc, allowing the driver to benefit from autobraking assistance during reversing.
How Easy-Doc Works:
Radar-Powered Precision: Utilising a 77GHz radar sensor, Easy-Doc detects obstacles up to 51 meters behind the vehicle, covering the full width of the trailer.
LED Visual Alerts: As the driver reverses, LED stalks mounted at the rear of the trailer flash progressively, turning solid when an object or person is detected within the danger zone.
Automatic Braking: If no driver intervention occurs, the system automatically applies the trailer brakes for three seconds, preventing collisions and reducing the risk of serious accidents.
Seamless Docking: After the braking phase, the system disengages smoothly, allowing controlled reversing towards a loading dock while ensuring zero impact damage.
Key Benefits of Easy-Doc:
✔ Reduces risk to workers & pedestrians – Prevents incidents in depots, worksites, and public areas.
✔ Prevents costly vehicle damage – Protects trailers from collision-related repairs.
✔ Minimises property damage – Reduces costly impacts on warehouse bays, loading docks, and yard infrastructure.
✔ Compatible with all Tractor Units – No in-cab modifications required—just couple up and drive!
See Easy-Doc in action:
🔗 Watch the Video https://youtu.be/bbvtNK3KQ9w
If you're looking to enhance safety, reduce damage costs, and protect your workforce, contact us today for more details.
📩 Email: john.grindey@air-brake.com

Easy Doc, this Autobraking Safety System will prevent an accident from happening. Brake will automatically apply when a person or object is detected. The sys...

10/03/2025

Back In June 2024 CVW brought you news of Doctor Air Brake's Reverse Smart, an HGV auto braking safety system that promised to put a stop to reversing accidents. Here we get an update of the system’s progress.

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20/02/2025

Doctor Air brake is the leading force of Autobraking safety systems. We don't just provide this Autobraking technology for Rigid vehicles, we can also provide this safety to Trailers. One of the main advantages to this is that any Tractor unit can couple up to a trailer fitted with our Autobrake and the driver has the added safety advantage with visual LEDs flashing when there is a detection, then as this flash changes to a permanent bright light with no driver intervention, the system will automatically apply the Trailer brakes preventing any accident from occurring. If you would like to know more about this please contact me on john.grindey@air-brake.com.
https://youtu.be/zoXGh0CgNTo
https://youtu.be/bbvtNK3KQ9w

Easy Doc, this Autobraking Safety System will prevent an accident from happening. Brake will automatically apply when a person or object is detected. The sys...