Taskmaster Components Introduces Vesper by Maxion Wheels 12 months ago , Taskmaster Components began working with the world ’ s largest wheel manufacturer , Maxion Wheels , to develop a high-quality steel wheel lineup . This steel wheel series , Vesper , is now in stock and ready to ship . With recent trade rulings and the ongoing global pandemic causing steel wheel shortages , this new line is set to fill a large void in the North American market .
Taskmaster Components envisioned a steel wheel with tangible improvements over standard steel trailer wheels and the Engineering team at Maxion Wheels made this vision a reality .
“ The steel wheel market has become commodified to the point that product quality is often secondary to price ,” said Tom Walker , CEO Emeritus . “ We are proud to introduce the Vesper , which is priced competitively and cuts no corners in terms of quality .”
In the past , when a new product line was introduced , the executive team at Taskmaster Components would travel to the factory to watch the first product roll off the assembly line . With the pandemic a visit was not possible , instead , Maxion Wheels sent two of its team leaders from Brazil and Detroit to inspect the first containers that arrived at Taskmaster Components ’ Iowa warehouse in July .
“ It is amazing to partner with a company that is as excited to introduce a new product as we are . The Maxion Wheels team being here in person to see the culmination of a lot of hard work meant a great deal to us ,” says Kelly Still , VP of Operations at Taskmaster Components .
The Vesper lineup is constructed entirely of high-grade steel usually reserved for just the discs in other wheels ; higher steel quality equates to longer wheel life . Advanced engineering optimization removed an estimated 5-10 % of weight , resulting in improved fuel economy .
The entire wheel lineup also receives automotive-grade rim edge conditioning , which lessens tire damage during mounting and eliminates stress cracks around the rim . The Vesper series is finished in a high-quality coating that exceeds 1,000 hours in the salt spray chamber .
The Vesper lineup includes 15 ” and 16 ” spoke and modular designs , 16 ” dual , and 22.5 ” HD , with the option of black , silver or white high-quality finishes .
For more information , please call 800-289-8667 or visit www . taskmasterproducts . com
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