The Retread Tires in the US & Canada Report releases retreading infographic

A new infographic taken from “Retread Tires in the U.S. and Canada,” a report developed in partnership with researchers from Duke University, East Carolina University, North Carolina State University and University of Michigan has been released.

The report addresses a number of misconceptions about retreads, including:

Myth #1: Hardly anyone uses retreads. The report found that up to 90 percent of large fleets in the U.S. and Canada use retreads
Myth #2: Retreads aren’t reliable. Experts cited in the report concluded that a well-maintained retread tire offers equivalent reliability to a well-maintained new tire
Myth #3: Retreads don’t impact fuel efficiency. Data cited in the report proves that many retreads have a lower rolling resistance, and thus superior fuel efficiency, to new tires
Myth #4: Retreads aren’t an environmentally conscious option. The report offers data to support the environmental benefits of retreading, including how retreads divert 1.4 billion pounds of waste from landfills each year

The full report is available to download here, and you can see an infographic featuring results from the report below.

Fontaine Specialized announced the new Magnitude 75 lowbed trailer. This 3+3+2 modular multi-purpose trailer is designed to transport a diverse range of loads, according to Fontaine, who adds that the Magnitude 75 comes in three distinct deck options: flat (MFLD), drop side rail (MDSR), and beam (MBMD)."The Magnitude 75 epitomizes versatility in heavy-haul lowbeds. It accommodates loads of up to 75 tons in 16 feet as a 3+2 or with five close coupled axles," said Heather Gilmer, vice president of sales. "Furthermore, it adeptly handles 70 tons in just 12 feet configured with the tandem axle EQ2 spreader. This adaptable trailer features a hydraulic detachable gooseneck and a tridem axle bogie, each providing seven ride height positions. This enhanced flexibility is invaluable for operators maneuvering heavy loads across obstacles or beneath bridges.”Fontaine says the Magnitude 75 was made with 100,000-lb. minimum yield steel main beam flanges; and the flat and beam decks boast a 24-in. loaded deck height, while the drop side rail deck reduces it to 15-in. At full load, all modular decks offer 6-in. of ground clearance.