Pit & Quarry, December 2013
tread or shoulder of the tire Look for signs of cutting chunking stone or debris penetration and rubber tearing These are signs of over or under inflation or poor site maintenance Determining the root cause will be the first step in addressing the concern and mitigating or eliminating further damage Inspect the rim hardware for any signs of cracks or flange damage It is also important to check the valve hardware for signs of damage or wear If a dealer or tire manufacturer representative inspects the tires join them on one of their inspection to learn more about what to look for Tire pressure Tires need the right amount of air pressure to function at their optimal performance Any radial or EQUIPMENT FOCUS MAINTENANCE Properly maintain the manufacturers recommended tire pressure for the loads being carried bias earthmover tire that is either over or under inflated is vulnerable to potential downtime Therefore proper tire pressure is critical to a tires performance Check tires for correct pressure regularly with an accurate gauge and with a visual inspection daily as mentioned above Determine precise tire pressure or PSI for the tires based on the manufacturers requirements and vehicle application The most important step is to properly maintain the manufacturers recommended tire pressure for the loads being carried This will maximize tire life and productivity Establish a recommended tire maintenance schedule to help maintain proper inflation pressures The correct tire pressure for a radial tire can vary widely between brands and can be significantly different from that of a bias tire depending on the machine type manufacturer model type and weight Naturally the best method would be to consult the tire manufacturer with actual measured load per tire for the correct pressure While this is the most precise method it is not often realistic unless there is a known tire performance issue Your tire dealer or tire manufacturer representative can help pinpoint the exact 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Supervisors and personnel should pay special attention to road surface worksite conditions as well as the cleanliness of loading and dumping areas to eliminate potential tire damage hazards www pitandquarry com December 2013 PIT QUARRY 41
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