Vesper: Maxion, Taskmaster extend collaboration

In autumn 2020, global tyre and wheel assembler Taskmaster Components introduced the Vesper by Maxion Wheels, a complete line-up of steel trailer wheels developed with and manufactured by Maxion Wheels. The two companies have now announced a three-year extension to their supply agreement.

“Partnering with Maxion Wheels allowed Taskmaster Components to offer an engineered solution to original equipment manufacturers. Our customers understand that an assembly is only as good as the separate tyres and wheels they’re made of. Together we have taken the guesswork out of specifications and testing; the Vesper steel wheel line-up offers trusted results that our customer base can rely on,” says Amanda Walker, chief executive officer of Taskmaster Components. “The past few years working with the team at Maxion Wheels have been bliss. We have eliminated 30 days from our supply chain at a time when every day counts. We are excited to extend our partnership with Maxion Wheels and are in the process of developing more innovative products for the towables industry.”

“Maxion Wheels is honoured to continue its partnership with Taskmaster through this three-year supply agreement extension which we view as a testament to their satisfaction in both our high-quality products, and service,” adds Zeferino Neto, President of Maxion Wheels, Americas business unit. “From day one, we’ve felt a part of the Taskmaster family, and together have built a strong light-duty trailer wheel line-up that is serving well the growing needs of Taskmaster’s diverse customer base. We stand ready to do even more over the next three years.

Vesper by Maxion Wheels

The Vesper steel wheel range is constructed entirely from a high-quality steel, and with advanced engineering optimisation methods, weighs five to ten per cent less than the competition, resulting in improved fuel economy. The entire wheel line-up also receives automotive-grade rim edge conditioning, which lessens tyre damage during mounting and eliminates stress cracks around the rim. The Vesper series is finished in a high-quality topcoat that exceeds 1,000 hours in the salt spray chamber.