Capital Equipment News March 2022

High quality, durable and technologically

advanced truck and bus radial tyres are essential for transporters and fleet owners to keep their fleets in operation.

When it comes to achieving the most value and CPK from your fleet’s tyres, tyre selection, maintenance and control are among the most important considerations

performance and CPK. Check which wheel position the tyres are needed for. Tyres are made to provide optimal performance for a specific wheel position. For example, steer and drive tyres don’t have the same tread patterns, rubber compounds and construction. Once you know the position, you need to consider the application. Will you need a long-haul highway tyre, a regional-haul tyre, an on/off road tyre or an off-road construction tyre for your drive axle? Correct fitment will improve outcome and ensure the desired result. There are also many different tyre tread patterns and casing constructions for different applications. Placing an ill-suited tyre into an application will result in loss of mileage and a higher CPK. Vehicle and tyre maintenance Fleet owners and operators must have a solid vehicle and tyre pressure maintenance programme in place with vital checks carried out frequently to ensure truck tyres remain in peak condition. Tyre rotation, wheel alignment and balancing all contribute to achieving optimal CPK, so commercial companies must conduct these scheduled maintenance services regularly and responsibly. Worn vehicle parts and axle misalignment will cause tyres to wear unevenly and

Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (Pty) Ltd manufactures the Dunlop, and Sumitomo Tyre brands

Ask for professional advice when setting out to select tyres for your fleet

Sumitomo Rubber SA has an in-field technical services (ITS) team based in all regions, and into the rest of the continent

Fleet owners need to select the correct specification to ensure optimal performance and CPK

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