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The APEX AT26A is engineered for professional shops and serious home garages that regularly service modern wheels and tires. From low-profile performance tires to larger light-truck assemblies, it delivers the power, rigidity, and control needed to work efficiently while protecting high-value wheels.
This is not hobby-grade equipment. Built to BendPak’s proven engineering standards, the AT26A features heavy-duty construction, precision controls, and durable components designed for consistent, repeatable performance. It’s an ideal solution for growing shops, side businesses, trackside operations, and performance-focused garages that want true commercial capability without stepping into full industrial pricing.
At the core of the AT26A is a high-torque electric turntable drive that delivers smooth, controlled rotation in both directions. Reversible operation allows technicians to make real-time adjustments during mounting and demounting, reducing bead stress and minimizing the risk of tire or wheel damage.
Unlike entry-level machines that rely on abrupt or inconsistent motion, the AT26A provides steady, predictable rotation. This allows the tire bead to move naturally, making it significantly easier to handle stiff sidewalls, run-flat tires, and modern performance applications that require a more controlled approach.
Today’s tires are heavier, stiffer, and more complex than ever. The AT26A addresses this with a fully integrated pneumatic assist tower included as standard equipment.
This system stabilizes the tire, keeps beads positioned in the drop center, and applies controlled leverage during mounting and demounting. The result is faster workflow, improved consistency, enhanced safety, and significantly reduced physical strain during long service days.
Modern wheels demand careful handling, and the AT26A is built to protect them at every step. It includes both a hardened steel mount/demount head for durability and a polymer head for delicate finishes.
Protective features such as plastic clamp covers and integrated safeguards come standard—not as add-ons—allowing technicians to confidently service painted, powder-coated, machined, and clear-coated wheels without risking cosmetic damage.
The AT26A is designed with longevity in mind. A brushless AC motor provides consistent power while reducing maintenance requirements. The sealed, maintenance-free gearbox ensures smooth, reliable operation, while premium pneumatic components minimize vibration, resist corrosion, and maintain performance under daily use.
This durable design helps reduce downtime, extend service life, and keep your total cost of ownership predictable.
The AT26A is backed by BendPak’s U.S.-based customer service, technical support, and industry-leading warranty coverage. That means dependable parts availability, knowledgeable support when you need it, and long-term backing that protects your investment well beyond the initial purchase.
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The APEX AB28 is built for shops and serious garages that need accurate, vibration-free balance results without paying for unnecessary complexity. It delivers dependable performance for everyday wheel balancing while keeping operation fast, straightforward, and efficient.
Designed for passenger vehicles, light trucks, and modern performance wheels, the AB28 is a practical fit for one- to three-bay shops, growing service operations, and side-hustle businesses that want professional results without excessive overhead.
At the core of the AB28 is advanced digital sensor technology designed to provide repeatable, accurate balance readings down to hundredths of an ounce. Its direct-axis drive system promotes smooth, vibration-free rotation, allowing the machine to measure imbalance accurately without unwanted distortion or noise.
Fast cycle times help keep work moving efficiently, while clear visual guidance helps technicians place weights correctly the first time, reducing rework and improving overall customer satisfaction.
The AB28 uses high-precision quartz piezoelectric load sensors to measure imbalance forces in multiple directions at the same time. By detecting longitudinal, transverse, and shear forces simultaneously, the system delivers consistent accuracy across a broad range of wheel and tire combinations.
This multi-axis sensing capability is especially valuable when balancing modern alloy, low-profile, and performance wheels, where even small inaccuracies can lead to noticeable vibration on the road.
Every aspect of the AB28 is designed to improve day-to-day workflow. Its intuitive graphic interface guides technicians through wheel data entry and balancing procedures quickly and clearly. Bright LED indicators assist with precise weight placement, making clip-on, tape, split, and behind-the-spoke applications easier and more efficient.
Automatic braking stops and holds the wheel at the correct position for weight placement, reducing guesswork and helping technicians complete the job faster.
The AB28 includes a no-mar Quick-Nut system and a comprehensive cone package to secure wheels quickly while helping protect expensive finishes. Rubber-lined components and precision-machined mounting surfaces help reduce the risk of cosmetic damage during setup and removal.
That added protection makes the AB28 a strong choice for shops that regularly service custom, performance, and OE alloy wheels.
Heavy-duty construction, precision-machined components, and a rigid balancer shaft provide the stability needed for daily use and long service life. Low operating speeds help reduce wear on internal components while still maintaining fast balance cycles.
Backed by BendPak’s U.S.-based technical support and established warranty structure, the AB28 gives shops added confidence when investing in dependable balancing equipment.
The APEX AB28 delivers the accuracy, speed, and reliability shops need in a streamlined, value-focused package. It is an ideal choice for businesses that want professional-grade balancing results without overpaying for features that add complexity without improving real-world performance.
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