Page 40 - Construction Vision Dec-Jan 2024 Issue

"WHERE DURABILITY

MEETS TERRAIN

TIRES THAT POWER

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS!"

ires in construction machinery LOAD-BEARING CAPACITY DURABILITY AND RESISTANCE
Construction machinery tires are
are essential components that
designed to bear heavy loads, often in Construction sites can be harsh
Tdirectly impact the performance,
rough and challenging terrains. They environments, exposing tires to sharp
stability, and safety of the equipment.
must distribute weight evenly to prevent objects, rough surfaces, and extreme
Here are some key points regarding tires
premature wear and ensure stability conditions. Tires are made from durable
used in construction machinery:
during operations. rubber compounds and materials that
TYPES OF TIRES resist punctures, cuts, and abrasions.
TREAD PATTERNS AND DESIGN
Construction machinery uses various INFLATION AND PRESSURE
Tread patterns vary based on the
types of tires depending on the Proper tire inflation and maintaining the
machinery's function and the surface it
equipment and the terrain it operates on. right pressure are crucial for optimal
operates on. Some have deeper treads
Common types include pneumatic (air- performance and longevity. Underinflated
for improved traction on loose or uneven
filled), solid rubber, foam-filled, and or overinflated tires can lead to reduced
terrain, while others have shallower
caterpillar tracks (used in track-type stability, decreased load-carrying
treads for smoother surfaces.
equipment).
capacity, and increased wear.

CONSTRUCTION VISION 38 DECEMBER-JANUARY 2024