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. 

Tyres and Bad Weather

Apart from snow this winter we seem to have experienced every type of extreme weather possible, with gale force winds and torrential rain being the worst. Wet weather increases dangers for plant driving on and off road and in these conditions it is even more essential to have safe tyres with the right pressure and sufficient tread. 

In the last twenty years the quality and effectiveness and safety of tyres has increased. The reason compulsive tread depths were made a legal requirement is the increased chance of an accident as tread depth decreases.  Other things affecting tyre pressure:

• Load
• Correct tyre pressure
• State and quality of road or track surface
• Suitability of tyre for the job you are doing

Correct pressures are affected by weather road conditions, road conditions and quality. Overloading can obviously affect the pressure of tyres so make sure you check loads and pressures.

Strong winds cause danger from flying debris and debris lying unseen on dark roads and tracks. Poor road surface and consequently poor drainage means more build up of surface water. Made more difficult at night surface water increases the risk of spray blinding drivers and of cars and for car drivers driving too fast through standing water could lead to tyres losing contact with the road, aquaplaning.  A car driver losing control is a hazard for everyone.

Correct tyres with the correct pressure, will ensure if you have to break suddenly or face challenging conditions, increase your safety. driver aquaplaning. Fog reduces visibility and combined with rain as we have seen this winter increases all these hazards.

Reduce down time because of flat tyres

Earthmover tyre Solutions is a national provider of plant tyres, replacement tyres and tyre repairs. Our service is fast and safe with quality repairs by skilled insured fitters offering considerable reductions in your overall running costs. At any one time we have 5,000 tyres in stock.

Contractors and plant tyre costs

The logistics of keeping a site working to schedule and budget need good organisation. It’s essential to build in downtime because of flat tyres. All our fitters are experienced Earthmover Tyre Solutions employees. They carry “Passport to Safety” certificates, so you know there will be no site safety issues and will carry out a safe, professional repair, if it is safe to do so. If your tyre is beyond repair we can supply and fit a replacement including repaired and part worn. We will always ask your approval before doing so, and can provide photographic evidence of the tyre damage.

Nationwide service

We offer a nationwide service and we will be on your site fast and offer the best repairs. Our experience is second to none. We repair over 4,000 tyres a year, mainly from existing customers. Jason and our team of fitters are skilled in a full range of repair techniques. You can rely on them to pick the safest, most cost-effective method in every case.

Autoclave

We are an independent company making sure we match the right tyre to the right plant. We can usually replace tyres that are beyond repair from our extensive stock and get your equipment back to work ASAP. We will always take a photograph and consult you before fitting a replacement.

Where a damaged tyre that has been replaced is a suitable for a factory repair, we can manage the whole process and minimize your costs at our repair centre featuring the largest Autoclave in the north of England.

Call us on 01430 425885 or 07971 056845 or email us on Jason@earthmovertyresolutions.co.uk

Not everything we do involves big tyres!

Not everything we do involves big tyres! As many business owners do, we are always looking for ways to diversify. When we set Earthmover Tyre Solutions Ltd we bought a site with easy access to roads and motorway networks, so our UK wide repairs service could function efficiently.

Our site base fulfils this and it also came with a large lake. This deep clear lake was formed from an old quarry that was originally stocked with carp over a 6 year period up to 2009. Never one to miss an opportunity in 2015, 12 low double commons and five specimen mirrors to 25lb were also added to the original stock. The lake with carp and perch and it has become very popular largely due to the work of our lake manager Gordon Razey.

Combining our desire to diversify and our commitment to support this part of Yorkshire we charity fund raise every month. With the help of our fishermen friends we successfully raise money for a variety of local and national charities.

Five Acre Lake is a day ticket venue located in North Cave, East Yorkshire and easily accessible from the M62 & A63. With wood chipped bivvy pegs and secure on site parking we hope your stay will be an enjoyable one! Find out more about the lake here.....

The autoclave was a breakthrough in technology. It enables the repairing and re-treading of truck,  tractor and Earthmover tyres prolonging the life of expensive and in some cases hard to source tyres. The majority of damaged side walls, tread damage, cuts and slices can now be a thing of the past.

Autoclaves are mainly used for Earthmover Tyres. This clever technology accommodates different tyre sizes. Happily we will shortly have the largest Auto clave in the north of England. The machines are completely insulated and are equipped with hydraulic system to close the door and with manual, automatic and emergency safety systems.

Our new autoclave means we will be able to repair and retread the majority of large earthmover tyres.

Tyres for quarry Earth mover vehicles

Getting the most from tyres in any industry is critical and can save or cost a business. Tyres are one of the most expensive parts, of any Earth mover businesses, that are subject to wear and tear. Next to fuel tyres make up a large percentage of the operating costs of any specialist or Earth mover vehicle.
Tyre choice, road and track maintenance, tyre protection and correct fitting and planned maintenance, all contribute to the efficiency of your operations and your business.

Tyres for quarry vehicles are expensive. However tyre manufacturers are now developing designs with improved efficiency to extend the life of tyres and make them work more efficiently and safely.
For example the XADN offers more damage-resistant sidewalls, a more durable tread and greater longevity. Michelin predict an 8-15% increase in tyre life. The XADN is more environmentally friendly than previous models, due to the rubber compound which uses 14kg less natural raw material per tyre than previous models.

Bridgestone offers tyres for Earth mover vehicles and in particular the VLTS traction tyre which has  been specifically designed to work on rocky or gravel surfaces, such as in quarries. Bridgestone say they offer superior cut resistance and longer life.

Mitas Tyres is an established tyre producer from the Czech Republic making inroads into the earth mover tyre industry. Already popular in the agricultural sector, the company is turning its attention to the quarry market. At the last Hillhead show Mitas introduced the ERD-40 pattern tyre for ADTs. Available in 23.5R25 and 26.5R25 sizes the deep tread pattern tyre is specifically designed for quarry and mining use.

With experience and the best equipment even the largest tyre can be safely retreaded for less than 40 to 50% than the cost of a new, premium tyre. This represents a substantial amount of savings.
For maximum life from an earthmover tyre probably means having a tyre repaired. Like earthmover tyre solutions there are a number of companies who specialise in tyre repairs for heavy earthmoving equipment. Make sure the company you choose has a good track record and uses the latest auto clave equipment.

Tyres for forestry Equipment

Tyres for forestry equipment is something of an unknown area. Earth mover vehicles in forest location presents some of the same challenges that using earth mover vehicles in quarrying, dock side and in agriculture have, but it also presents its own challenges.

Putting aside safety and efficiency respect for the environment and the need to minimise damage is a big issue, especially on soft ground. And this is not just when timber is being felled, timber wagons make repeated journeys into the forests for a variety of reasons, including maintenance, planting and transportation of logs.

Factors include how heavy the vehicles used are and this is influenced by number of wheels, tyre pressure, tyre dimensions, tyre tread and traction aids that increase the area through which the weight of the machine is transferred to the ground. A large contact area with the ground area produces less surface pressure and means vehicles have less chance of sinking even in soft soil and as important has less effect of the forest floor.

This also gives stability and improved manoeuvrability on soft ground, steep slopes and rough rocky tracks. Vehicles also needs stability in order to climb in rough terrain. Using the correct tyres increases machine stability, improves flotation and protects tyres, extending their usage. As with all earth mover tyres, tyres for forestry equipment must be used at the appropriate pressure, as stated by the manufacturer.

Interestingly demand for forestry tyres is increasing around the world and in the UK, including Scotland and large areas of the north. Vehicles need to safely access difficult sites, slopes and in the winter through snow and ice producing more challenges.

Manufacturers produce track types in a range of models to suit different tyre specifications and operating conditions. Wider-spaced tracks with narrower plates are better suited to harder ground conditions and steeper slopes, offering greater climbing ability. Closely spaced tracks with wide plates are better suited to soft ground conditions. Tracks with closely spaced plates are not suited for use in heavy snow or some types of heavy mud.