If you own, operate, or service a machine that runs on big tires, you know that keeping them in good repair is important. Machines that run on OTR tires heft a lot of weight, meaning that when things go wrong, they can go wrong in a truly big way. Therefore, to mitigate danger and prevent disaster, be sure to ring in 2016 with a fresh resolution to practice good tire maintenance.
The Basics
Although these points are basic, we'd be remiss if we didn't mention routine checks of tire pressure and tread depth. If your tires are consistently losing pressure, or if they display significant tread wear patterns, it's time to replace them.
Don't forget that tread wear patterns can also be indicators of wider problems that you should address; namely, that your wheels are out of alignment or over/under-inflated. Over-inflation carries its own specific dangers with OTR tires, since these tires routinely carry extremely heavy loads over tough terrains, and are therefore more susceptible to bursting.
Special Considerations
Location and climate have an influence on the life cycles of your tires. Everything from altitude, humidity levels, and temperature fluctuations influence tire maintenance procedures. Be sure to examine your maintenance protocols to ensure that they take these variations into consideration, especially as one season gives way to another.
Enforcement
Having a good checklist is one thing. Making sure that all employees follow it is another. If you've been lax in this area, know that your entire operation could be at risk. Remember, you're only as stable as your most lax employee. Make 2016 the year in which you tie up loose ends and institute any necessary monitoring mechanisms to be sure that procedures are followed.
Know that we care about more than just providing you with a stock of quality OTR tires. We hope that the new year brings you increased safety, security, and productivity. For more information on our line of OTR tires, please feel free to contact us.
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