{"id":1039,"date":"2026-01-29T23:49:40","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T23:49:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/?page_id=1039"},"modified":"2026-06-05T01:01:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T01:01:01","slug":"fru-4-truck-roller-brake-tester-nz","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/fru-4-truck-roller-brake-tester-nz\/","title":{"rendered":"Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 Truck Roller Brake Tester with Integrated Load Simulation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background\">Truck Roller Brake Tester with integrated Lifting Bed Load Simulation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">EquipSpecs supplies and installs the Ryme Worldwide FRU 4, an in-ground truck roller brake tester designed for brake testing of light and heavy vehicles with axle loads of up to 20 tonnes, featuring fully integrated lifting bed load simulation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"839\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FRU-4-1200-630-WebP.webp\" alt=\"This is a product image of the Ryme Worldwide FRU-4 truck brake tester available exclusively through EquipSpecs nationwide.\" class=\"wp-image-729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FRU-4-1200-630-WebP.webp 839w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FRU-4-1200-630-WebP-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/FRU-4-1200-630-WebP-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/request-a-quote\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Request A Quote<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/FRU4_Truck_Brake_Tester_New_Zealand_EquipSpecspdf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the FRU 4 Brochure<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>What is the FRU 4 Roller Brake Tester?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='embed-container'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Truck Roller Brake Tester | Ryme Worldwide FRU4 Heavy Vehicle Brake Test\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7CqmXj1Ul_0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FRU 4 is an in-ground premium truck roller brake tester widely used in NZ heavy vehicle workshops and COF inspection lanes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bringing fast, efficient, and reliable operation together with an intuitive user interface, it measures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brake performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rolling resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ovality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slip detection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FRU 4 is compatible with both new workshop installations and existing <a href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/prefabricated-steel-inspection-pits-nz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">workshop pits<\/a>. EquipSpecs handles the full process \u2014 installation, integration, commissioning, calibration, and aftersales support across New Zealand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>Key Features of the FRU 4 Truck Roller Brake Tester<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Performance &amp; Accuracy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrated lifting bed load simulation to deliver accurate, repeatable brake-force measurements under simulated laden conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High-traction test rollers engineered for heavy commercial vehicles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital measurement of brake force, left\/right balance, and brake ovality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Axle load measurement incorporated into the brake test process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Workflow &amp; Usability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Efficient testing workflow designed to support fast, consistent workshop throughput<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User-friendly control interface with clear, easy-to-interpret test outputs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seamless integration with complementary inspection and workshop equipment, including:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/axle-play-detectors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Axle play detectors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryme.com\/en\/products\/side-slip-tester-alu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Prefabricated Steel Inspection Pits<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong>Build Quality &amp; Integration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Steel welded frames designed for long-term use in busy truck workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heavy-duty construction suited to demanding fleet and commercial vehicle environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compatible with new workshop builds and existing inspection pits and testing lanes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designed specifically for New Zealand heavy-vehicle workshops and COF inspection lanes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplied, installed, commissioned, and supported nationwide by EquipSpecs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>Technical Data and Dimensions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Specification<\/th><th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Max load<\/strong><\/td><td>20T<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Engine power (independent)<\/strong><\/td><td>2 x 11 kW<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Test speed<\/strong><\/td><td>2.75 km\/hr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Max\/ min track width <\/strong><\/td><td>3,100 \/ 850 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Voltage<\/strong><\/td><td>400v &#8211; 50 Hz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Protection fuse <\/strong><\/td><td>3 x 63 A<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Thermal protector<\/strong><\/td><td>2 x 18 &#8211; 25 A<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Roller diameter \/ length<\/strong><\/td><td>282 \/ 1,135 (useable 1,135) mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Distance between centre<\/strong><\/td><td>485 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rear roller lift<\/strong><\/td><td>50 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dimensions and weight (per frame)<\/strong><\/td><td>1,475 x 1,150 x 680 mm<br> 1,150 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Adhesion coefficient<\/strong><\/td><td>0.9 dry<br>0.7 wet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Measurement scale <\/strong><\/td><td>0 &#8211; 8 kN \/ 0 &#8211; 40 kN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Step \/ measurement error<\/strong><\/td><td>0.01 kN \/ 1%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Consumption<\/strong><\/td><td>22 \/ 25 kW<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>FRU 4 Demonstration Videos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following videos show recent FRU 4 installations operating in a range of New Zealand heavy-vehicle workshops, illustrating brake testing under simulated load conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='embed-container'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 Truck Roller Brake Test DEMO 1\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8bxD6BOAwh0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-9-16 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='embed-container'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ryme Worldwide FRU4 Roller Brake Tester | Truck Brake Test | EquipSpecs\" width=\"608\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/E7XuarJDfgk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='embed-container'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 Truck Roller Brake Test DEMO 10\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mRckCNjfROQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>Recent Installations Across New Zealand<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-pit-lighting-led-installation-nz.webp\" alt=\"Low-voltage LED pit lighting installed inside the extended inspection pit.\" class=\"wp-image-1016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-pit-lighting-led-installation-nz.webp 600w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-pit-lighting-led-installation-nz-240x300.webp 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/EquipSpecs-FRU-4-installation-with-cabinet-600-450-WebP.webp\" alt=\"Image of a Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 brake machine with the Ryme Worldwide cabinet and screen showing the SMRW software package - installed by EquipSpecs.\" class=\"wp-image-751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/EquipSpecs-FRU-4-installation-with-cabinet-600-450-WebP.webp 450w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/EquipSpecs-FRU-4-installation-with-cabinet-600-450-WebP-225x300.webp 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-fru4-roller-brake-tester-installation-nz.webp\" alt=\"Installation of the Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 Roller Brake Tester with lifting bed load simulation.\" class=\"wp-image-1017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-fru4-roller-brake-tester-installation-nz.webp 600w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/equipspecs-fru4-roller-brake-tester-installation-nz-240x300.webp 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"473\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-473-630-WebP.webp\" alt=\"A South Island truck workshop testing lane with a Ryme Worldwide FRU-4 truck brake tester installed by EquipSpecs.\" class=\"wp-image-744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-473-630-WebP.webp 473w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-473-630-WebP-225x300.webp 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-w-subframe-473-630-WebP.webp\" alt=\"This image shows a close-up of the underside of a truck with a Ryme Worldwide FRU-4 truck brake tester and subframe visible.\" class=\"wp-image-740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-w-subframe-473-630-WebP.webp 450w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Truck-Brake-Tester-Installation-EquipSpecs-FRU-4-w-subframe-473-630-WebP-225x300.webp 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Heavy vehicle axle positioned on Ryme Worldwide FRU 4 roller brake tester within a COF inspection lane.\" class=\"wp-image-1125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester-1440x1080.webp 1440w, https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/COF-Compliant-Inspection-Lane-with-Prefabricated-Pit-and-FRU-4-Brake-Tester.webp 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>Downloadable Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/FRU4_Truck_Brake_Tester_New_Zealand_EquipSpecspdf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the <strong>FRU 4 Datasheet<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-background has-large-font-size\"><strong>Relevant Links<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-equipspecs wp-block-embed-equipspecs\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class='embed-container'><blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"9wFFjuAbxz\"><a href=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/2024\/07\/08\/equipspecs-roller-brake-testers-approved-nz\/\">EquipSpecs Ltd announces the official approval of four roller brake testers in New Zealand<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cEquipSpecs Ltd announces the official approval of four roller brake testers in New Zealand\u201d \u2014 EquipSpecs\" src=\"https:\/\/equipspecs.co.nz\/index.php\/2024\/07\/08\/equipspecs-roller-brake-testers-approved-nz\/embed\/#?secret=GqPgbs3MVu#?secret=9wFFjuAbxz\" data-secret=\"9wFFjuAbxz\" 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