By the introduction of significant further developments such as the monobloc design, the brake caliper, the use of the “splined disc” which reduces heat cracking and the continuous improvement of the product with regard to customer value has further increased Knorr-Bremse´s position as leader in the field of providers of disc brakes and complete systems for the commercial vehicle industry. Worldwide, Knorr-Bremse has produced almost 20 million disc brakes.