Konik Heavy Duty Products has introduced a new Quick Install Mud Flap Bracket designed to restore vehicle roadworthiness quickly without welding or drilling.
The galvanized bracket is intended as a field service solution for situations where damaged mud flaps create compliance issues and delay equipment from returning to service. Using a clamp-style design, the bracket mounts directly to I-beam crossmembers and can be installed with standard hand tools.
According to the company, the design allows repairs to be completed in minutes using two 9 16 inch wrenches, eliminating the need for shop equipment or permanent chassis modifications.
Engineered for Field Conditions
Traditional mud flap brackets often require drilling or welding, which can create delays when repairs are needed away from a maintenance facility. Konik’s bracket instead uses a spring tab clamping system that maintains tension once installed.
Key design features include a heavy-duty build formed from grade 50 steel, hot dip galvanizing for corrosion resistance, and a low profile that avoids interference with winch tracks and other trailer equipment. The bracket also includes a backer plate designed to help distribute load and reduce the risk of mud flap tearing.
The company said the bracket was engineered specifically to address roadside repair challenges where speed and simplicity are critical.
Reducing Compliance Delays
Mud flap damage is a common result of tire failures and can quickly lead to DOT compliance issues if not addressed promptly. Konik positions the Quick Install Mud Flap Bracket as a practical option for avoiding citations and extended downtime when repairs are needed in the field.
“Our goal was to make the fix easy,” said Thom Davis, Product Line Manager at Konik. “Technicians can install it in minutes using standard hand tools and get equipment back on the road quickly.”
Konik noted that keeping a fast install solution available can help reduce maintenance bottlenecks and prevent small equipment issues from escalating into larger operational delays.
Source: Commercial Carrier Journal
