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June/July 2017 Truck and Track 35
TYRES
HGV operators across the UK running Logistik LD01 drive-axle
tyres for regional and long-haul duties are reporting superior
performance levels and, as such, demand is outstripping
supply. Consequently Vacu-Lug has installed a fourth Logistik
tyre press at its Grantham, Lincs, plant.
Any operator wanting improved fuel efficiency from a retreaded
tyre looks closely at rolling resistance, and that’s exactly what
commercial tyre retreading specialist Vacu-Lug Traction Tyres did
when developing its successful Logistik platform.
Unlike some manufacturers, however, Vacu-Lug chose not to
sacrifice any physical tyre characteristics, but instead achieved
improved performance through technological advancements and
the use of more sophisticated compounds
during the manufacturing process.
Dave Alsop, Vacu-Lug Sales Director,
explains: “One way to reduce rolling
resistance is to reduce both tyre width
– crucial for footprint – and tread depth.
At Vacu-Lug we’re using advanced
compounds developed over a long period
of time to combine good rolling resistance
with excellent wear characteristics –
simply put, the tyres last longer.”
Vacu-Lug uses the Logistik LD01 drive
tyre (in size 295/80R22.5) on its
own distribution fleet, with the tyres
outperforming original equipment by
up to 50%. The LD01 combines optimal
performance and longevity with the aim of
reducing overall operating costs.
Dave Alsop again: “In short, our own tractor
units are doing fantastic mileage because
of this tyre. Vacu-Lug also has trials running
on the same tyre in 315/70R22.5 size, with
results proving to be exceptional too.”
As well as higher mileage and improved
durability, a reduction in tread block
movement helps the Logistik LD01 deliver better traction and
lower acoustic levels, alongside improved fuel consumption. The
tyre is now available in three sizes – 295/80R22.5, 315/70R22.5
and 315/80R22.5. Furthermore, by utilising an increased curing
pressure of 300psi, maximum tread compound performance is
achieved.
On top of that, hauliers can now combine the LD01 Logistik drive
tyre with the newly released LT01 Logistik supersingle trailer tyre.
This means operators can benefit from matching premium quality
retread tyres from a British manufacturer – refreshing, that!
Giti Tire has announced the Giti GT867, an urban tyre with
reinforced sidewalls for refuse collection fleets, multi-drop
deliveries and city buses. Specially designed for stop-and-start
operating conditions with frequent changes in speed as well as
direction, it is available in 11R22.5, 295/80R22.5, 305/70R22.5
and 315/80R22.5. All four sizes are M+S marked to indicate all-
season traction and braking properties. Load capacity ranges
from148/145 to 158/150.
Reinforced sidewalls protect the tyre from curbing damage and
abrasion, whilst a wear indicator shows the correct time to rotate
or remove from service. In addition, a very wide tread pattern with
deep grooves provides excellent mileage and the advanced tread
block and siping reduce noise and improve comfort.
The Giti GT867 is one of six brand new tyres to be introduced into
the European truck and bus range.
Tony McHugh, TBR Sales and Marketing Director UK at Giti Tire,
tells us more about the new tyre: “The GT867 has two ultimate
objectives. It will, firstly, meet a big demand from around the UK for
an urban tyre in four specific sizes where sidewall protection is vital
and, secondly, meet the OE replacement requirements of Far East
vehicle manufacturers and operators.
“As with any new tyre we introduce into the Giti stable, it has
been fully certified for the EU – and tested extensively with UK
and European operators – to ensure that it meets the operational
requirements of bus and refuse collection fleets.”
New urban tyre fromGiti for stop-&-start ops
High demand for drive-axle retreads
sees 4th press installed at Vacu-Lug