May 2025

Moisture out, safety in: Five good reasons for Hengst air dryer cartridges

In commercial vehicles, the quality of the brake system is crucial for safety, reliability, and economy in everyday use. The air dryer cartridge is a particular focus here. It is often inconspicuous, but essential for a clean compressed air system and consistently stable braking performance. With high-quality air dryer cartridges in OE quality, Hengst offers a convincing solution for demanding workshop and fleet applications – and strong arguments for the spare parts business.

1. Protection against moisture and consequential damage

Corrosion and deposits in the brake system are usually caused by insufficiently filtered moisture. Hengst's premium cartridges reliably retain water, oil particles, and aerosols, thus ensuring permanently clean compressed air systems and trouble-free operation of the entire brake system.

2. Greater road safety

Only a reliable brake system offers full control, especially under extreme conditions such as heat, cold, or high pressure fluctuations. Hengst air dryer cartridges ensure consistent performance and contribute significantly to safety in daily commercial vehicle use.

3. Long-term cost savings

High-quality components pay for themselves quickly: they reduce wear, extend maintenance intervals, and prevent expensive downtime. Choosing premium quality means lowering total operating costs in the long term while increasing planning reliability in fleet operations.

4. Powerful under all conditions

Hengst air dryer cartridges offer high absorption capacity, are robustly constructed, and can withstand even extreme temperature fluctuations and pressure loads. Filter performance remains constant even during long operating times – for reliable protection in all weather conditions and under all loads.

5. Building trust – with brand quality

Regular service and the use of premium air dryer cartridges pay off – especially in demanding fleet operations. Those who rely on proven quality ensure a reliable braking system in the long term, reduce the risk of technical failures, and guarantee that commercial vehicles remain ready for use at all times.

Not convinced yet? For more information, check out our YouTube video from the HENGST.garage (with English subtitles).

A reliable partner at all levels: Hengst is Supplier of the Year 2024 at NEXUS

Hengst Filtration has been named “Heavy-Duty Supplier of the Year 2024” by NEXUS Automotive International. This award underscores our consistent focus on quality, reliability, and delivery performance in the international spare parts market.

We were also represented as one of the leading suppliers at this year's TEMOT annual conference and nominated for “Heavy-Duty Supplier of the Year,” which highlights our close partnership with the world's six leading International Trading Groups (ITGs). The new NEXUS Award fits perfectly into a series of significant awards: Last year, we were also honored as “International Supplier of the Year” by the ATR trade cooperation.

As a manufacturer with OE expertise, we see ourselves not only as a product supplier, but also as a reliable and long-term partner to wholesalers – with a clear commitment to creating added value together.