Be a leader not a follower.

September 23, 2011

This is a simple but effective statement that was preached to me over and over growing up by my father. I don’t need to sit here and tell you we are in a constantly changing market at warp speed. If I do, you might need to check your pulse for a heartbeat.

I recently attended a tire convention where the key note speakers topic was entitled “Shift Happens”.  Call it what you will, evolution, adaptation or flexibility. If you’re not “Shifting” with your ever

Rubber Pricing – 4 surprising reasons why pricing may remain high

July 27, 2011

According to the International Rubber Study Group, world output of rubber increased around 10% in 2010 at 24.3 million tones.  Synthetic rubber and Natural Rubber was 55% and 45% respectively.  Supply and Demand may only be part of the story for current rubber prices according to a recent report by ANRPC (the 11-nation association of Natural Rubber Exporting Countries that make up 92% of natural rubber output).  Their recent report has noted four factors that can keep natural prices high during the short term. Short Term

1. OPEC

Where flatproofing will not work!

July 25, 2011

Rule #1 - remember to park your truck away from large haul trucks!

Need a break? Try flipping a 945lb. tire!

July 25, 2011

Instead of going to the gym today, maybe it's time clean up that old inventory!

Tire

Mining – tire flatproofing saves money

July 1, 2011

With almost all tire prices continuing to increase, demand is simply not keeping up with supply as some large mining tires have already passed the $100,000 per piece on the spot market (see article here).    The solution?  Polyurethane Tire Fill will extend tire life,  increase productivity and reduce the cost of tire repair or replacement. See here for what mining equipment can be tire flatproofed:

Tire Fill Mining Equipment

Commonly referred to as foam fill, tire fill, and poly fill, Arnco's patented products

Armored vehicle – Bullet Proof & a Soft Ride!

June 27, 2011

It is not unusual for the state Military Police operating armored vehicles in the "flavelas" of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil to encounter gunfire from drug traffickers as they patrol this hilly terrain. 

This time however, shots from an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle did not cause  flat tires and the Military Police were able to complete their mission without fear of abandoning their vehicle due to flat tires. Compared to solid rubber tires, the softer durometer foam fill used, SuperFlex,

Start Clean!

June 24, 2011

One of  the most important aspects of getting into the tire fill business, is to start with the proper tire fill area.  The first step is a temperature controlled, ventilated room with plenty of good lighting that is easily accessible by a forklift. That is the great start, but keeping it clean and operational is an everyday process.  Educate your processors on the importance of being a professional, as well as keeping the work area safe and clean.  Tire filling is an easy job as long as you do the

SuperFlex replaces solid rubber tires and increases load capacity

June 9, 2011

At a transfer station for commercial garbage in Northern California,  solid rubber tires were transferring so much force back into the loader, that the frame actually cracked and the ladder to climb into the loader fell off and had to be welded back on.  Pneumatics were not an option as flat tires were costing over $150 per week. Superflex, a softer durometer tire flatproofing material was then tested on all four 26.5 - 25 tires with L-5 slicks put on the front for longer wear characteristics. 

From the archive, Front-end loader at recycling plant

May 25, 2011

At a big glass recycling plant in Portland, Oregon, Shift Foreman Don Gordon drives the front-end loader into a glittering green slope of broken bottles.   

"Without having my tires foam filled, my machine would probably be out of service at least once EACH hour" After about six months, the tires are also retreaded by Industrial Tire Service in Portland, "We can recap most of these 6 or 7

Knowing Where Your MSDS Sheets are can Bring you Peace of Mind!

May 17, 2011

Your warehouse man nervously informs you there is someone to see you! Unfortunately it’s not Publishers Clearing House to present a big check. It’s your city Fire Marshall and a representative from the Environmental Protection Agency.

With a heavy case of cotton mouth, he explains how he dumped a full tote of fill into the adjoining street. After you catch your breath, the first thing you will probably be asked is:

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