Knorr-Bremse Remanufactured Brake Calipers for Bus & Coach Applications
Imperial Engineering supplies an extensive range of Knorr-Bremse remanufactured brake calipers for bus and coach applications, supporting operators, workshops and fleet maintenance teams across the UK.
With many popular Knorr-Bremse brake caliper part numbers available from stock, Imperial Engineering helps customers source replacement calipers quickly, reducing vehicle downtime and keeping buses and coaches on the road.
As a specialist supplier to the UK bus and coach industry, Imperial Engineering combines extensive braking knowledge, established stockholding and technical support with a growing range of remanufactured Knorr-Bremse brake calipers.
Knorr-Bremse Brake Calipers for the UK Bus & Coach Industry
Air disc brake calipers are safety-critical components operating in demanding conditions.
Throughout their working life, bus and coach brake calipers are exposed to heat, moisture, road contamination, corrosion and repeated braking cycles. Eventually, wear or deterioration can make replacement necessary.
For operators looking for a cost-effective alternative to purchasing a completely new unit, a remanufactured Knorr-Bremse brake caliper can provide an attractive replacement option.
Imperial Engineering is an Authorised Distributor for Knorr-Bremse braking systems and has extensive experience supplying braking components to the UK passenger service vehicle market.
Our range supports fleet operators, independent bus and coach companies, workshops, engineers and parts departments looking for dependable replacement braking components.
Remanufactured Knorr-Bremse Brake Calipers Available from Stock
Vehicle downtime costs money.
That is why Imperial Engineering maintains stock of many commonly requested Knorr-Bremse remanufactured brake calipers, allowing replacement units to be supplied off the shelf in many cases.
Popular Knorr-Bremse caliper references supplied by Imperial Engineering include:
Part Number | Position | Caliper Type | Face Type | Potentiometer |
K002962-SX | Rear | - | Standard | No potentiometer |
K002963-SX | Rear | - | Standard | No potentiometer |
K002964-SX | Rear | - | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K002965-SX | Rear | - | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K040943-SX | Rear | - | Standard | Clip potentiometer |
K040944-SX | Rear | - | Standard | Clip potentiometer |
K003827-SX | Front | SN6 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K003828-SX | Front | SN6 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K013655-SX | Front | SN6 | Standard | No potentiometer |
K013656-SX | Front | SN6 | Standard | No potentiometer |
K003799-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K003800-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K003809-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K003810-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Screw potentiometer |
K003803-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | No potentiometer |
K003804-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | No potentiometer |
K004578-SX | Front | SN7 | -12° sloped face | No potentiometer |
K004579-SX | Front | SN7 | -12° sloped face | No potentiometer |
K040953-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Clip potentiometer |
K040954-SX | Front | SN7 | Standard | Clip potentiometer |
Imperial Engineering can also assist with caliper and carrier combinations including:
K003799 + K000026
K002964 + K001530
If you are searching for one of these Knorr-Bremse part numbers, contact Imperial Engineering with the reference from the existing caliper and our team can check the appropriate replacement and current stock availability.
Stock availability is subject to change. Please contact Imperial Engineering to confirm availability and suitability for your vehicle.
Telephone: 01992 634255
Visit Imperial Engineering Ltd: https://www.imperialengineering.co.uk/
Why Choose a Remanufactured Knorr-Bremse Brake Caliper?
For bus and coach operators, remanufactured brake calipers can provide a practical solution for vehicle maintenance, particularly where controlling maintenance costs and minimising downtime are priorities.
Cost-Effective Replacement
Remanufacturing makes use of suitable existing components rather than requiring an entirely new assembly.
This can provide a cost-effective replacement option for operators managing individual vehicles or large fleets.
Faster Replacement from Stock
Waiting for a vehicle-specific component can leave a bus or coach occupying valuable workshop space.
By maintaining stocks of commonly requested Knorr-Bremse bus and coach brake calipers, Imperial Engineering can supply many popular references without waiting for the customer's original caliper to be individually rebuilt.
Extending Component Life
Where components remain suitable for remanufacturing, recovering and rebuilding them allows valuable material to remain in service rather than being unnecessarily discarded.
Supporting the Circular Economy
Remanufacturing reduces the requirement to manufacture every replacement component completely from new.
For an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and whole-life vehicle costs, component remanufacturing provides an important opportunity to reduce waste and make better use of existing resources.
How Are Brake Calipers Remanufactured?
A used brake caliper is not simply cleaned and put back into service.
Suitable caliper cores undergo a structured process to determine whether they are suitable for remanufacture.
Depending on the particular caliper and specification, the process involves:
1. Core Assessment
The used brake caliper is assessed before entering the remanufacturing process.
2. Complete Strip Down
The caliper is dismantled so its individual components and main body can be properly cleaned and inspected.
3. Cleaning
Grease, brake dust, road contamination and accumulated deposits are removed.
4. Surface Preparation
The caliper body is prepared to remove corrosion, contamination and previous surface coatings.
5. Inspection
Critical areas are checked for wear, damage and defects to determine whether the component remains suitable for remanufacture.
6. Replacement Components
Components requiring replacement are renewed as part of the rebuild process.
7. Reassembly
The caliper is rebuilt to the applicable specification using controlled assembly procedures.
8. Protective Finish
The caliper receives a protective external finish to provide corrosion resistance and a professional appearance.
9. Final Inspection
Completed calipers are checked, identified and prepared for stock or dispatch.
The result is a professionally remanufactured brake caliper ready to support another period of service.
Exchange Brake Calipers and Core Returns
Core recovery plays an important role in maintaining the supply of remanufactured brake calipers.
Where an exchange arrangement applies, Imperial Engineering can supply a replacement caliper while the removed unit is returned for assessment.
Suitable cores can then be processed for future remanufacture.
This creates a circular supply chain:
Used Caliper → Assessment → Remanufacturing → Stock → Customer → Core Return
Maintaining this flow of serviceable cores helps support future availability of replacement calipers for the UK bus and coach industry.
Helping Reduce Bus and Coach Downtime
For a fleet operator, the cost of a brake caliper is only one part of the equation.
A vehicle waiting in a workshop for replacement components is not earning revenue.
Stockholding therefore forms an important part of Imperial Engineering's approach.
By carrying many commonly requested Knorr-Bremse remanufactured calipers in stock, Imperial Engineering can help maintenance teams obtain the components they need quickly and return vehicles to service.
This is particularly valuable for fleets operating multiple vehicles using common braking systems, where fast access to replacement parts can significantly simplify maintenance planning.
Knorr-Bremse Brake Caliper Identification
If you are unsure which replacement caliper your bus or coach requires, start with the part number on the existing component.
Knorr-Bremse references commonly use a K-number, such as:
K002964-SX
Providing the complete reference helps Imperial Engineering identify the correct replacement or relevant alternative.
Where possible, customers should provide:
Knorr-Bremse part number
Vehicle manufacturer
Vehicle model
Registration or chassis information where required
Nearside or offside position where applicable
Details or photographs of the existing caliper
Correct component identification is particularly important with braking systems because similar-looking calipers may have different specifications or applications.
Why Bus & Coach Operators Choose Imperial Engineering
Imperial Engineering has been supporting the bus and coach industry for more than 60
years.
Our experience extends across braking systems and other safety-critical PSV components, allowing customers to access both replacement products and specialist product knowledge from an established UK supplier.
Imperial Engineering is an Authorised Distributor for Knorr-Bremse, Meritor and Wabco braking systems, supporting customers with access to products from the major manufacturers used throughout the UK bus and coach market.
For fleet operators and workshops, this means one supplier can assist with much more than an individual replacement caliper.
Looking for a Knorr-Bremse Remanufactured Brake Caliper?
If you're searching for a Knorr-Bremse remanufactured brake caliper in the UK, Imperial Engineering can help.
Whether you already have the exact K-number or need assistance identifying the correct replacement, contact our team with your existing brake caliper reference and vehicle details.
Many popular Knorr-Bremse bus and coach brake calipers are available off the shelf, helping minimise vehicle downtime and get vehicles back into service quickly.
Contact Imperial Engineering
Telephone: 01992 634255
Visit Imperial Engineering Ltd: https://www.imperialengineering.co.uk/
Contact Imperial Engineering today to check the latest availability of your Knorr-Bremse brake caliper.
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