‘Rolling Compensation’ Offered by New Pro-Align Sensor

A new addition to the range of conventional sensors offered by Pro-Align is intended to offer garages even quicker wheel alignment measurements. As Pro-Align explains, unlike many conventional sensors, its new DSP700 series sensors allow users to carry out ‘rolling compensation,’ making the measurement process much quicker and easier than the traditional jacking compensation method. The wheel alignment specialist estimates that measurement times can be reduced by as much as 60 per cent.

“Our new series of sensors will help garages cut measurement times and improve efficiency further,” explained Pro-Align managing director Paul Beaurain. “Typically, conventional sensors require technicians to perform several lengthy operations in order to eradicate any wheel rim errors. The new sensors allow a much quicker operation to be carried out, speeding up work significantly.”

Rolling compensation, explains Pro-Align, is a vital part of the wheel alignment process. In order to receive accurate, reliable and repeatable results, all a technician must do is roll the car a short distance along the alignment lift. Pro-Align cautions that inaccurate readings may occur if technicians skip compensation.

Pro-Align’s cable-free DSP700 sensors can be used in conjunction with the Hunter WinAlign or Hunter100 wheel alignment systems. Each sensor weighs less than 3.2 kilogrammes, some 50 per cent lighter than previous models, and can be fitted to wheels ranging from 10 to 24.5 inches. Pro-Align will demonstrate the sensors to the trade for the first time at the Mechanex exhibition held on September 21 and 22 at Stoneleigh in Warwickshire.

“The latest addition to our range is another example of our ongoing commitment to delivering innovative products which enhance the performance and effectiveness of garages,” Beaurain added.