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Compact Equipment
Tips for Maximum Skid-steer Tire Performance
February 10, 2020
Solid tires prevent flats in demolition applications, but advancements that enhance ride quality also make them more suitable for a wide range of jobsite applications where you can benefit from the increased up time.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Firestone VersaBuilt Off-the-road Radial Tire Minimize Contractor's Downtime in Unfavorable Jobsite Conditions
Construction operations manager discusses dependability of new Firestone VersaBuilt™ off-the-road radial tire line
July 17, 2018
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Tires, Tracks & Treads
BKT Looks to Technology, New Materials to Achieve 10% Global OTR Market Share Goals
The multinational tire company is looking to not only expand its product offerings, but explore new technologies and materials to deliver unique solutions to OTR tire customers.
June 14, 2018
Rajiv Poddar, joint managing director, BKT, discusses the evolution of the Earthmax OTR tire range.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Proactive Off-Road Tire Management Saves Thousands in Cost and Time
The cost of construction equipment tires and oversized influence of inflation maintenance on their life are compelling arguments for implementing a dedicated management program
June 14, 2018
The EMTrack OTR tire performance monitoring system allows the user to review customizable reports in real time regardless of their geographic location.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Choose Tires to Enhance Skid-steer Performance
Balance tire life, performance, uptime and cost when selecting the best tire option for your skid-steer loaders.
February 6, 2018
Understand how and where you use the machine and what solutions you really need. Most users want to use the lowest cost per hour tire, but there may be a trade-off between a slightly more premium product that lasts longer.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Extend Tire Life With Proper Tire Selection and Maintenance
Having the proper tires and an effective tire maintenance program can help keep drivers safe, avoid costly downtime and reduce operational costs
August 3, 2017
Proper tire maintenance includes regularly monitoring tire inflation, tire rotation, irregular wear and tire casing integrity.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Variety is Key for Tire Operational Efficiency
Tire manufacturers continually expand their product offerings and mix of design features to meet diverse construction industry needs.
June 15, 2017
Trelleborg's expanded line of pneumatic tires for the North American market will allow the company to offer a full range of products to meet customers' various application needs.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Radial Tires Gain Traction in Compact Equipment
More contractors are moving to radials on compact equipment as they realize the advantages and recognize that lowest price does not always equate to a lower ownership cost.
May 27, 2016
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Tires, Tracks & Treads
Greenhouse Gas Mandate Changes Vocational Truck Tires
Recent legislation to improve medium- and heavy-duty truck fuel economy is bringing low rolling resistance tire technology to vocational trucks
May 26, 2016
The deeper the tread blocks, the better the grip but the worse the fuel economy. Cut and chip resistance are also challenges in the design of low rolling resistance tires.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
How to Select the Right Tires for Wheel Loader Applications
Increase jobsite productivity, longevity with proper maintenance techniques.
April 7, 2015
Consider the applications in which the machine will be used to determine if the tire selected can deliver the features and longevity the job requires.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Tired of Old Age?
Tires that look like new might be anything but, so consider manufacturing dates when checking trailer tire condition.
August 20, 2014
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Other Components
The Top 10 Offenders That Can Limit Truck Tire Life
A look at the top tire conditions and behaviors you don’t want in your maintenance shop.
July 18, 2014
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Compact Equipment
Turn a Profit with Skid-steer Loaders
The correct tire choice reduces skid steer operating costs.
June 20, 2014
With more rubber and fewer voids, extreme-duty tires offer increased life on improved surfaces.
Fleet Maintenance
Tire Mounting to Improve Performance
There are some essential elements that are frequently overlooked when mounting tubeless radial truck tires.
August 12, 2013
In order for a tubeless radial truck tire to perform properly, it must be concentrically seated on the rim. The slightest amount of variation can result in irregular tread wear.
Tires, Tracks & Treads
How to Maintain Truck Tire Air Pressure
Why maintaining air pressure is the single most effective way to maximize tire return on investment, and how to do it right
June 23, 2012
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Tires, Tracks & Treads
Trucks Gain Capacity and Fuel Efficiency by Going Slow
Fuel consumption increases by 0.1 miles per gallon for every mile-per-hour increase in speed over 55
June 23, 2012
Fleet Maintenance
Truck Wheels: The Nuts and Bolts of Proper Maintenance
Ensure proper maintenance of wheels under the driver safety measurement system within the 2010 Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program
May 23, 2012
Recommended Mounting Torque for Disc Wheels
Tires, Tracks & Treads
Three Steps to Maximum Truck-Tire Life
How to manage tire pressure, alignment and visual inspections to boost your return on investment in commercial- truck rubber
May 14, 2012
Examine the tread and feel the rubber with your fingertips for imperfections, irregular wear pattern or feathering of the tread blocks. Fingertips are very sensitive to changes in patterns and unusual wear.
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