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50 years of proven innovation
When real-world demands increase, development begins at MAD.
Built on experience. Engineered for tomorrow.
Since 1976, MAD has been developing solutions rooted in real-world vehicle use. What started with improving stability and driving characteristics under heavy loads has evolved into a broad portfolio of suspension systems, loading and unloading systems, and brake disc aligners.
Driven by decades of experience and technical expertise, MAD develops complementary solutions within the frameworks set by vehicle manufacturers and applicable legislation and regulations. For 50 years, we have been supporting professionals with solutions focused on application, quality and reliability. Today, MAD solutions are used in more than 80 countries worldwide.
Originating from real-world experience
In 1976, Egbert and Emmy Meindertsma started an automotive parts business in De Klomp: Meindertsma Automaterialen De Klomp — MAD.
During that period, many popular vehicles, such as the Opel Rekord and Ford Granada, were equipped with LPG systems to keep motoring affordable. Although these vehicles had been developed for general day-to-day use, the heavy LPG installations and additional cargo placed extra demands on ride height, stability and driving comfort.
To ensure that vehicles continued to perform optimally under these changed conditions, MAD developed its first auxiliary spring.
Simple in concept, yet highly effective in improving stability, comfort and driving characteristics.
This practical approach still forms the foundation of MAD today: developing solutions that match the actual use of vehicles in practice.
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Developments then and now
Suspension systems engineered for real-world use
No vehicle is used in exactly the same way. Vehicle load, terrain, driving conditions and application vary from one situation to another. That is why MAD has been developing suspension systems for decades that are engineered to the actual use of vehicles.
From our very first auxiliary spring to the latest generation of air suspension systems, every system is designed with both the end user and the installer in mind. This directly translates into efficient installation, optimum stability and improved driving characteristics.
Optimum braking performance and workshop efficiency
Temperature influences or prolonged periods of inactivity (corrosion) can reduce braking performance, which may become noticeable through steering wheel vibrations or a pulsating brake pedal. This can negatively affect driving comfort, braking performance and safety.
To restore braking performance, MAD developed the brake disc aligner, enabling braking performance to be improved accurately and efficiently.
While the basic technology has remained unchanged over the years, accuracy and ease of use have been continuously optimised. Even today, this principle proves its value: electric vehicles rely less on conventional brakes, resulting in faster corrosion of brake discs. Our machines restore brake discs instead of replacing them unnecessarily, providing a targeted and sustainable solution.
Smart and safe loading and unloading
Every day, technicians, service teams and drivers are exposed to significant physical strain while loading and unloading equipment and materials. With the introduction of EasyLoad, MAD made it possible for a single person to load and unload loads of up to 500 kg safely and in a controlled manner.
As vehicle applications and user requirements evolved, EasyLoad evolved as well, into tailor-made solutions for special-purpose vehicles and applications such as sewer inspection.
Building on a strong foundation
For 50 years, MAD has been developing solutions based on practical experience and technical expertise. Quality, safety and sustainability are integrated into everything MAD develops. This approach has earned recognition throughout the market. MAD is a certified partner of leading vehicle manufacturers and a trusted, reliable link for partners throughout the entire supply chain.
Building on 50 years of practical experience, MAD continues to develop solutions that meet the changing demands of real-world applications — today and tomorrow.