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INF 200 at the centre of Infinity’s 4×4 offering

The INF 200, which features an off-road pattern, forms the centre of Infinity’s 4×4/SUV tyre range. According to the company, this model benefits from the application of Infinity’s EFFE Eco-Friendly Fuel Efficient (EFFE) manufacturing process into its off road and 4×4 range which in turn has led to the development of a “unique performance…tyre.” The latest news forms part of a wide strategy from Infinity to renew its UHP, 4×4 and van line-up. The products’ first collective appears is set to be at June’s Reifen 2012 show in Germany.

15th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Ceat to open Bangladesh plant within two years

News

On 8 February Indian tyre maker Ceat Ltd informed the Bombay Stock Exchange that its Board of Directors has agreed on plans to establish a new facility in Bangladesh. The plant will be capable of producing 65 tonnes of tyres per day, the BSE filing stated.

9th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Bandvulc Key Dealer Conference discusses plans for 2012

Retreading

The Bandvulc Group recently held its annual BTC Key Service Partner Conference at its head office in Ivybridge, Devon, some four years since it was last been used as the venue. According to the company, the event was very well attended with the key partners travelling from all areas of the UK to attend the two day programme.

7th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin unveils latest moto offerings

News, Premium

During the last year Michelin has launched two major motorcycle products, the Pilot Road 3 and the Commander II, and these are being followed up by a new range, the Power Cup. This tyre replaces the Michelin Power One Competition, and Michelin says the Power Cup has been designed to “deliver outstanding grip when cornering and accelerating” and helps to improve track lap times compared with its predecessor.

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7th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

ETRMA launches new website

News

European tyre manufacturing association ETRMA has launched a new website. The new site, etrma.org, is intended to be a “go-to point” for all of those interested in knowing more about tyres and rubber goods and the regulatory environment that surrounds these products. Not only is this website a repository of information available to all, but also a gateway to interact with the association and its members. Furthermore, it is one of ETRMA’s tools to promote the interests of an industry that is key to the EU, both in terms of job and wealth creation and in terms of provision of goods that grant mobility, safety and quality materials for EU citizens.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Rockwell now a Michelin preferred supplier

News

Michelin has strengthened its relationship with Rockwell Automation with the signing of a four-year preferred supplier agreement. As per the agreement, Rockwell will supply tyre manufacturing automation and control equipment to Michelin facilities all over the world.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Interview with Pirelli’s Georgio Barbier

Motorsport

Starting in 2013 Pirelli will supply World Superbike Series (WSBK) riders and teams with 17-inch racing tyres instead of the previously used 16.5-inch rubber. This decision prompted Tyres & Accessories to ask Pirelli racing director Georgio Barbier what led to this “important step”, as Pirelli itself describes it, and how it can benefit the average rider. Unsurprisingly, Barbier retained a professional silence regarding the costs involved in Pirelli’s role as Superbike tyre supplier and how this compares to its Formula 1 commitment. The same applies to questioning on whether the planned switch to 17-inch tyres in 2013 is a sign of Pirelli’s intention to seek a continuation of its WSBK tyre supply beyond 2015.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Tyre making in the US cheaper than in China, says Carlisle

News

Going against a trend witnessed in the tyre industry over recent years, Carlisle Companies says it will transfer tyre production from China over to the United States – for cost reasons. At the company’s forth quarter 2011 conference call on 2 February, Carlisle Companies chairman, president and CEO David Roberts reported positive developments regarding efficiency levels at the company’s Jackson, Tennessee tyre making facility and then shared plans to make US production a greater priority.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama announces US price rise

News

Prices for Yokohama consumer tyres will rise by up to eight per cent in the US as of 1 March 2012. Yokohama Tire Corporation says the increases apply to all passenger car, performance and light truck lines, and some in-line adjustments will also be announced at a later date.

6th February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

US launch for latest Trelleborg industrial tyre

News

Trelleborg Wheel Systems will unveil a new solid industrial tyre, the Monarch M2, at next week’s Modex 2012 manufacturing, distribution and supply chain show in the US city of Atlanta. The Monarch M2 is designed for use in industrial applications such as material handling and ground support equipment.

3rd February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Apollo reaches million milestone

News

This week the millionth truck-bus radial came off the production line at Apollo Tyres’ Chennai manufacturing facility. The TBR unit entered service in April 2010 with an initial production of 250 tyres a day; following a series of gradual ramp-ups a total of 4,000 tyres are now produced there each day. TBR tyres now account for 19 per cent of Apollo’s total commercial vehicle tyre production, a figure that mirrors India’s overall 20 per cent commercial sector radialisation level.

2nd February 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Starco introduces nano-coating to steel wheel range

News

A world first has been claimed by Denmark’s Starco. The company reports it has begun coating the steel wheels it produces, both pressed and spun, with the ‘e-coat’ nanotechnology treatment. The application of e-coat during the steel wheel production process began at Starco’s Beli Manastir, Croatia wheel plant at the start of this year, following the installation and commissioning of equipment there in the final quarter of 2011. Starco says it is currently the only press wheel manufacturer using e-coat.

27th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Heidenau – German tyres for road and track

News

The name Heidenau may be new to some Tyres & Accessories readers, yet the firm behind the name has produced motorcycle tyres for more than 60 years. Today Heidenau produces a broad range of tyres for various motorcycle and scooter segments – the company manufactures around 400,000 motorcycle tyres per annum in total – and the company claims a very good European dealer network, with sales in most European countries. In the past five years Heidenau has also taken on a more international flavour and now boasts strong partners in the US, South Africa and Australia. Last year it also began with a new Canadian partner and intends to further develop new markets.

27th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Hands-off: VMI introduces Exxium tyre builder

News

At next month’s Tire Technology Expo show in Germany, rubber and tyre machinery supplier the VMI Group will introduce its latest car and light commercial vehicle tyre building machine, the Exxium. The new machine is based on VMI’s patented Maxx technology and can handle 12 to 24-inch rim diameter tyres. VMI says the Exxium combines high production efficiency and tyre quality with the flexibility to handle a wide range of tyre designs, and the unit can produce in both hands-off mode or with the assistance of an operator; an operator is typically required for more complex tyre designs such as those with additional full rubber components, steel and/or fabric chafer strips. Typical Exxium cycle time with a regular tyre is 44 seconds.

25th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

UK car manufacturing rises: SMMT

News

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has released its annual report; 2011 figures show that the UK’s car manufacturing sector rose 5.8 per cent on 2010’s full year. Meanwhile commercial vehicle manufacturing fell by 1.4 per cent to 121,312 in 2011. In December figures, car output rose 1.6 per cent, which CV figures were down 2.7 per cent. UK engine production rose by 4.9 per cent to 2,504,054 in 2011, despite a 1.3 per cent decline in December.

19th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

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