International Marketing Inc. (IMI) has officially launched “Operation Extra Mile,” focusing on extending tread life and longer use of the most fuel-efficient part of commercial tires by reducing uneven wear and vibrations. Equal, the internal balance compound from IMI, keeps all tires, regardless of wheel position, in balance for the life of the tread. By maintaining a continuous mass balance, Equal reduces vibrations and uneven wear caused by speed, load and the road, according to the manufacturer.
Once Equal is in the tire, the bag breaks apart and not only balances, but provides the best vibration damping available, the company says. Vibration damping not only helps to eliminate irregular wear but also reduces fore and aft cab movement caused by drive tire imbalance, one of the most physically exhausting ride issues for drivers.