Three main factors affect pree-on tire performance:

• Load and load frequency
• Number and frequency of trips (shifts)
• Length of run and travel speed

Additional conditions affecting performance include:

• Capacity and class of equipment
• Surface (yard) condition and turning area
• Type and weight of materials moved

A competent evaluation of the above 6 factors through an ITL in-plant survey will determine the optimum combination of compound, profile and tread pattern for your specific application. Following tire selection and professional installation, the major factors that determine performance are consistency of manufacture and quality and consistency of material.

Typical Physical Properties

• Tire performance begins and ends with physical properties.
• No combination of tread, profile or price can compensate for inadequate performance values.
• A professional approach matching performance values and application requirements will create savings.
• ITL leads the industry in the practice of publishing physical properties.
• Few companies have responded to this ITL initiative, most continue to withhold this fundamental quality statement

Why?

• Published properties are the users guarantee of consistent quality, and the cornerstone of a progressive tire program.
• They are the trademark of a legitimate product offering, and your right as a purchaser.

Actual Loaded Footprints

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Larger footprint on net contact area translates into greater stability, improved traction and maximum tread wear resistance. Larger footprint combined with lower deflection provides larger carrying capacity, an increase of up to 25%.