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Did you know that, as outer tire surfaces begin to wear, they weaken and can begin to swell or bulge? A swelling or bulging spot on your tire indicates that your tire may be more vulnerable to a blow out. If you see a blister or bulge on your tire, it’s time for a replacement.

Lead-lag can cause uneven tire wear. If the front tractor wheels turn faster than the back wheels, you have a lead condition. If the front wheels turn slower than the back, you have a lag condition. Both accelerate front tire wear.

When it comes to investing in tires, it’s important that you make sure you choose the proper size of tire. The sizes are usually indicated in your car’s manual or on the manufacturer’s website. The wrong size of tires can mean anything from a slight driving discomfort to a serious safety issue.

In 1853, Charles Goodyear described the earliest industrial tires made with rubber. He attributed their invention to the English, who used them to reduce the noisy rattle of wheelbarrows and hand trucks used to move goods and materials in warehouses and factories.

Imagine a tire 80 feet in diameter and weighing 12 tons. This huge, promotional tire was created by the Uniroyal tire company for display at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York. Today, the tire can be seen on display in Detroit.

Not all tires are created equally. For instance, research indicates agricultural tires produced by high quality European manufacturers are ideally suited to the wetter soils typical of European farms. They’re not, however, as well suited to the highly variable soil types found in the US.

Did you know that the first practical pneumatic tire was invented by a veterinarian? John Boyd Dunlop, a vet surgeon who knew how to work with rubber, made the air-filled tires in 1887 after seeing how bumpy and uncomfortable his son's tricycle seemed to ride.

When ground disturbance needs to be kept to a minimum, like for combining on dry land, have R3 tread tires installed. They are also preferred for use on grain or manure carts or other heavy-hauling trailers.

Many tires are doughnut-shaped with a body made of cords and wires inside rubber filled with compressed air. This makes tires an inflatable cushion used for a variety of wheels such as those for aircrafts, bicycles, cars, earthmovers, motorcycles, and trucks.

When deciding on a tire for your tractor, there are several different specifications to look at. Not only do you need to determine the type of tire you need (radial or bias), but also the size of the tire and rim, the overall diameter, and the maximum load the tire can handle.

Every so often take a moment to check the condition of your tires, looking for excessive wear on them. They tread should wear down evenly; if not, the location of excessive wear is an indicator of a specific problem.

Where your tires are manufactured determines if they are measured in inches or metric increments. Once you have determined which measuring system was used, make sure to match tires to rims, and front tire specs with the rear tire specs.

Poor performing brakes can actually have a significant impact on tire tread wear. This type of wear is called flat-spot wear and appears as a sudden smooth spot where the tread has been scuffed away when the brakes lock up.

Did you know that spinner rims have become extremely popular in the past several years? These have an appendage in the wheel hub that keeps spinning after your vehicle has stopped moving.

There are thousands of choices for aftermarket wheels to customize the look of your vehicle. Experts say because aftermarket rims are lighter than regular steel rims, this results in a lighter vehicle with superior handling.

While there was a time when the only tires available for agricultural equipment were repurposed or remarketed bus tires or over-sized truck tires, that is no longer the case. Today’s tire manufacturers recognize the need for tires designed specifically for farm equipment.

Industrial applications can include tons of different jobs, which means there can be dozens of different types of equipment, all of them needing tires. Industrial tire experts have got you covered, and can make sure you get the right tires for any equipment you have.

Tires with a high speed rating are made with softer rubber, which prevents them from losing grip during high speeds. However these can also wear more quickly when driven at lower speeds.

Tires for agricultural equipment carry lower pressure than car or truck tires for one very important reason it keeps them from getting stuck. Lower pressure distributes the load over a wider surface and prevents bogging down.

Tires are made of several parts, including tread. Tread is the part of the tire that contacts the road surface. That portion that contacts the road at a specific instance is known as the "contact patch."

One of the benefits of R1 agricultural tires is that they are specifically designed to be self-cleaning. This means that, when operating in muddy conditions, the distance between the lugs is large enough that the mud has a difficult time sticking to the tire.

Forklifts are very versatile, which means they can be used to regularly carry a wide variety of loads, so different tires should be used depending on whether you carry light loads or heavy-duty loads. An industrial tire expert can help you match the right tire to your use.

Since the first wheel was carved thousands of years ago, it’s come a long way to become the modern marvel it is today. No doubt the ride is much smoother, but whether it be carved of wood or made of rubber, the tire is one of man’s greatest inventions, one that benefits us to this day.

Inspect the rims of tires on your equipment regularly for signs of damage. The rough terrain you have to travel, even at low speeds, can cause dents in the rim that interfere with proper bonding with the tire.

Plys reinforced the outer casing of pneumatic tubes. These were layers that were made of rubberized fabric cords and put into the casing of the tire. These tires came to be called bias-ply tires.

While both pneumatic and solid tires have their pros and cons when used in the proper environment, pneumatic tires can help extend the service life of your equipment. When conditions allow you the option of either, pneumatic might be the better choice.

Did you know that polyurethane industrial tires can carry more weight, which can be a huge consideration in balancing the weight of batteries in something like an electric forklift? However, these tires can only be used indoors.

While we'd be forgiven for thinking that a tire is naturally black, we'd still be mistaken. As it turns out, rubber is really white. However, carbon black is added by tire manufacturers to make the tire significantly stronger.

In a single year, a big rig can go anywhere from 50,000 to 150,000 miles, which is a lot of wear and tear on your tires. Industrial tire experts come prepared for this, and will make sure that the tires you get will be able to go the distance.

Did you know that the type of tires you choose for your farm equipment and machinery will affect the overall performance of those machines? For instance, a radial tire will boost productivity, as more of the machine’s power is actually used.

Tire tread pattern is usually characterized by a geometrical shaping of the grooves, lugs, sipes, and voids. These treads are designed to meet specific product needs, such as high performance tires that provide more rubber through small void ratios to give tires higher traction.

Tires consist of a body and tread. Materials that make up a modern tire are fabric, natural rubber, synthetic rubber, wire, and other compound chemicals.

For light industrial applications or small-scale landscaping projects, standard-duty skid steer or skid loader tires provide exceptional service and a long service life. However, if you are not sure, or your equipment performs in a range of environments and conditions, our team of professionals can steer you to the correct tire.