New Magna MB410 size
Magna Tyres has added a further dimension to its range of Magna MB410 cross-ply construction tyres, 21L-24. MB410 is now available in a total of six sizes, including 17.5L-24, 19.5L-24, 18.4-26, 16.9-24 and 16.9-28.
Industrial Tyres
Magna Tyres has added a further dimension to its range of Magna MB410 cross-ply construction tyres, 21L-24. MB410 is now available in a total of six sizes, including 17.5L-24, 19.5L-24, 18.4-26, 16.9-24 and 16.9-28.
As of 1 November 2023, Gerd Bartels takes over responsibility for Continental’s Specialty Tires business area. He succeeds Wolfgang Thomale, who Continental recently appointed head of the Surface Solutions business area within its ContiTech group sector.
Another investment for China’s Guizhou Tyre. Only a couple of months after announcing plans to lift its Zhazuo factory’s annual OTR tyre capacity by 380,000 pieces and increase investment in its plant in Vietnam by US$58.08 million, the company says it will also invest RMB 300 million (£33.5 million) in a new solid tyre product at the Zhazuo site.
In addition to news of GRI CEO Dr Mahesha Ranasoma addressing the “Sustainability in Tires” conference in Qingdao, China, GRI is reinforcing its green credentials within the firm’s product line. One example is the Ultimate Green XT tyre, which, according to GRI, represents not just a tyre but a commitment to environmental responsibility.
TVS Srichakra Ltd. intends to expand its commercial activities in the USA and will drive growth in this market by acquiring the business of Super Grip Corporation. A legal entity for this purpose, SG Acquisition Corporation, was registered in the state of Michigan on 5 September 2023, and the Indian tyre maker’s Board of Directors authorised an overseas direct investment of US$10 million on 20 October 2023.
The term resilient tyres refers to a particularly durable sub-segment of the industrial tyres business, but it also neatly highlights the strengths of the especially business-to-business-orientated material handling sector. While industry observers often highlight the consistency of the wider commercial vehicle segment – especially truck tyres – material handling tyres have also remained stable in the face of adversity and are arguably just as critical to business and therefore national economies. In addition, the turmoil of recent years has led to significant changes in the distribution and service side of the material handling tyre business. That’s why October’s issue takes a closer look at industrial tyres in general and material handling tyres in particular.
In May, fast-growing industrial tyre business CL Tyres bought Manchester-based Fork Truck Tyres. Since then, the business has continued to grow. With the company continuing to expand at a rate of knots, Tyres & Accessories got in touch with director Steven Pye in order to find out how the integration is going and what’s happening next.
moveero has introduced a new wheel selector to the company’s site, following the launch of a new web portal. According to the company, them wheel selector enables customers to identify the right wheel to meet their specific requirements…”.
Netherlands-based Magna Tyres has opened a new office in Serbia in response to “ongoing sales growth throughout Serbia and Montenegro.”
Chennai, India-based Royal Tyres Private Ltd was established in 1992 by Mr M Mani. Since then, the company has manufactured and exported solid tyres, smooth press-on tyres, mould-on wheel tyres and paver tyres. Each year, between 20 and 40 per cent of the company’s production is exported around the world. Current key markets include the USA, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka and Nepal. But of course, European and other export markets are of interest too.
Hillhead 2024 looks ready to build on the momentum generated by its record-breaking 2022 event as leading OEMs sign up for the biennial quarrying, construction and recycling show. Event director Richard Bradbury said, “The level of interest this year has been unprecedented, and we’re delighted to be able to provide a range of new opportunities for exhibitors in our expanded Showground Pavilion.” The event often generates a good level of interest from global tyre brands and major UK tyre suppliers and servicers operating in this field.
GRI is increasing its use of Recycled Carbon Black (RCB) for compounding within its specialty tyre production in a bid to shift towards “sustainable practices, products, and eco-friendly solutions”.
Magna Tyres has recently revamped its website and offered an update on the company’s brand promise and customer values.
VS Rubber Pvt Ltd recently introduced an all-new forklift tyre range, stating that the company’s “commitment to innovation shines through in every detail of our forklift tyres.”
CEAT Specialty showcased its Spraymax, Farmax R80, Farmax R65, Farmax RC, Floatmax RT and Floatmax FT range at the Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh at the end of June.
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