Compaction

Compaction is a problem for farmers and growers and has an impact on vehicles using fields and field tracks. This is why modern farming techniques use set lanes through crops. Compaction in fields is inevitable it can be managed but not eliminated.  Compression affects soil structure and fertility which is why it is essential to set and use specific lanes.

 Controlling the use of large vehicles improves planting, spraying, harvesting and minimises potential yield losses from compaction. Surprisingly using specific lanes through crops means the compacted soil under wheel tracks provides better flotation and improves traction for vehicles when fields are wet.

The majority of tractors weigh less than 10 tons per axle, but newer 4WD tractors can weigh almost as much as a loaded combine.  Field tracks have to cope with these and larger heavier equipment such as combines, grain carts and liquid manure tankers. These have enormous and axle loads and can be as high as 40 tons.

 Total axle load, as well as contact pressure between tyres and soil increases as tyre size increases. This avoids large increases in contact pressure (pounds per square inch) by the tyre on the soil surface. To improve tractor efficiency it is essential to use the proper tyres and tyre inflation pressure. This can also reduce the force of the compaction from the tyres. 

Vehicle tyres don't last forever.....

Do you have a fleet of earthmover vehicles that play an integral part of your business, be it for transporting construction material, goods, digging, pulling or agricultural vehicles? Then you need to keep your fleet moving and know that your vehicles tyres are safe and reliable.

But problems with large tyres are not always easily identifiable and can occur when you least expect them or are at least prepared! A reliable tyre contractor will be able to help even in the most difficult uneven and rocky terrain where punctures can occur. A reliable contractor will respond quickly to your call and will work hard to keep your fleet moving.

Look out for a contractor with the right equipment to handle large earth moving tyres, to undertake on site repairs and supply quality reliable, new and second hand tyres. A contractor that offers good sound advice on whether your tyre is repairable, repair it on-site and ensure your vehicle is back on the road as quickly as possible.

Earthmover tyres do all this and we also offer tyre management services to help you plan, forecast and budget. We provide a UK wide on-site tyre service which allows us to expertly repair any number of earth mover, agricultural and construction vehicles. We are licensed tyre dealers with expertise and experience of the entire earthmover industry and we supply second hand or new replacements, on-site or at our tyre handling premises.

Why Earthmover Tyre Solutions?

• We come to you no matter where you are
• On-Site advice to help you make the right decision
• If we buy your tyres, we'll arrange all transport and give you a competitive price
• We conduct and monitor all operations using the best practicable means to protect the environment
• Health and Safety assured
• All the tyres we purchase are reused for re-tread, reconditioning or are recycled

Tyre Recycling

Did you Know?

In 2006 over 100,000 worn tyres were taken off cars, trucks and earthmover vehicles. About 70% of these tyres were recycled, 28% were added to landfill or stockpiled and created a major waste problem.

Piles of stockpiled tyres can present a fire hazard, even tyres in landfill sites can be ignited.  Once started, these fires are difficult to extinguish and can burn for days as we often see in the news. Burning tyres give off some serious pollutants including water borne pollutants.  Tyres in landfill sites can be unstable and tend to rise to the surface, creating potential  fire hazards and limiting options for future land use.

Now under the EU Landfill Directive whole tyres including agricultural and earthmover tyres are banned from  landfill.  Small numbers of discarded tyres are being given new life as boat fenders and playground equipment. However in reality re-treading of used tyres and recovery of materials are the main methods of recycling.

For trucks, retreading is a well-established part of tyre management, reducing both cost and environmental impact. When the time comes to change your tyres, you can reduce the impact of tyres on the environment by opting for a retreaded tyre?

Re-treading doubles the life of a tyre, reducing the numbers of new tyres needed and minimising waste.  There are two methods of retreading tyres. The pre-cure process involves bonding a new rubber tread onto the prepared tyre casing. In the mould-cure process, uncured rubber is applied to the casing and vulcanised in a mould to give the new tread. For truck tyres 8 retreads are sold for every 10 new tyres.

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Approximately 500,000 tonnes of used tyres are created from tyre sales outlets and vehicle dismantlers. About 80% of used tyre arising are collected and processed by operators subscribing to the Industry’s Responsible Recycler Scheme.

Recovery of materials from tyres has become more efficient. The main technique is to shred and reduce the rubber to crumb, and use this as a moulding material or filler.  Applications include brake linings, carpet underlay, equestrian, sports and safety surfaces, including playgrounds, as well as surfacing for roads, paths, and low grade use as landscape mulch or waste oil absorbent.

To reduce waste and save money, to treat your tyres properly for maximum tyre life.  See our blog post for hints and tips on how to do this.