Hayman Reese Towing Products

All trailers with a gross trailer mass (including the load) over 750 kg must be fitted with brakes to comply with national road regulations. The most common heavy trailers operate an electro-magnetic trailer brake system which requires a brake controller to moderate the braking on your trailer. The brake controller sets the timing and level of power output to the trailer brakes when activated by pressing the brake pedal in the vehicle.

Two models of Brake Controllers from Hayman Reese are available through Pedders Suspension:

Electronic Brake Controller
The Electronic Brake Controller operates the braking effort between the brake pedal switch (operated by the brake pedal) through the trailer plug to the trailer brakes. The electronic unit has an easy to reach brake override which allows for trailer brakes to be used independently of the tow vehicle brakes; this is useful during steep descents or in an emergency. The Electronic Brake Controller allows for easy adjustment for braking at slow speeds and more aggressive action for highway speeds. A very convenient advantage of this brake controller system is that it has no moving parts and therefore the unit can be mounted anywhere in the vehicle cabin (within easy reach of the driver) and on any angle.

Guardian Brake Controller
The Guardian Brake Controller moderates the electric signal to the brakes via an electronic switch and has a hand override function for emergency and steep descents. The Guardian has an internal pendulum which detects the vehicles deceleration and moderates the braking accordingly. This is a very valuable function because ongoing adjustments of the unit for different driving conditions are not required. The unit has a clear digital display to allow for easy set up.


For further information contact a Towing Specialist