Warehousing, distribution & manufacturing tyres

To ensure the smooth flow of goods through port, specific equipment is required. This includes reach stackers, responsible for moving containers in confined spaces. These vehicles transport heavy loads over long distances and long periods. Their quick maneuvers and tight turns put considerable stress on tyres, resulting in severe and irregular tread wear. This can lead to reduced operational efficiency, additional maintenance, and increased costs. Over the past few years, Michelin's port tyre experts have worked continuously to innovate and develop a product dedicated to answering the needs of reach stackers. To gain insight into the issue of uneven wear, the mechanics related to it, and the use of reach stackers, we discussed with Boris Piol, Michelin Industrial Tyres Product Manager.

Just like with your car, replacing the tyres on your forklift is an absolute necessity. As a cornerstone of safety, their condition demands attention. Closely monitoring their wear and overall appearance is essential: it tells you exactly when to change them, helping you avoid costly downtime, discomfort, or instability issues. In this guide, we’ll go over the various signs that indicate forklift tyres need to be replaced, and we’ll also outline the different steps involved in the replacement process.

Selecting the correct forklift tyre directly impacts your operation's safety, efficiency, productivity, and uptime. Different working environments require specific tyre types. Moreover, understanding your load requirements, operating conditions, and tyre specifications ensures optimal performance while reducing downtime, maintenance costs, and fuel consumption. Want to know more? Check out the guide below for essential information and helpful insights.

Maintaining the right tyre pressure for your earthmover tyres is essential for optimising performance, safety and operational costs in heavy machinery operations.

Proper storage of earthmover tyres is essential for maximising their lifespan and ensuring optimal performance. The life of a tyre can be significantly impacted by its storage, as various environmental factors can lead to deterioration of certain components, such as the rubber. This article will outline key recommendations for earthmover tyre storage, focusing on best practices and conditions that help extend tyre life and enhance the efficiency of heavy machinery.