True to the motto “Why go far when the good things are so close!”, KRAIBURG Austria has been cooperating with the Mattighofen Vocational School for several years.
Cooperation Provides Retreading Insights
Around 15 kilometres lie between the company headquarters and the school, which trains vehicle technicians, commercial vehicle technicians and professional drivers, among others. The new school year began for the students on 9 September. KRAIBURG Austria is now preparing for the fifth apprentice visit. “Initially, the collaboration only involved us giving regular presentations at the vocational school and providing demonstration material,” explains Christoph Priewasser, Head of Product Management at KRAIBURG Austria. “For the past year, we have intensified the exchange immensely and now give the students a detailed insight into tyre technology and retreading directly at our company. Four dates are planned per year, for which we have created presentations tailored to the teaching content.”
Insights into the Retreading and Sustainability
The cooperation aims to provide comprehensive information about the structure of tyres, the materials used, the various components and their functions. Particular attention is paid to the process of retreading technology and the information that this makes economic sense and is an important contribution to sustainability and resource conservation. The students learn about the steps involved in retreading and discover how innovative techniques and high-quality materials can significantly extend the service life of tyres. The highlight of the visit is the factory tour, during which the prospective specialists experience the production process for retreading materials first-hand – from the delivery of raw materials to production and quality control.
Contribution to Training and Industry Improvement
“An important component of knowledge transfer is sustainability in producing materials for retreading,” continues Christoph Priewasser. “It is essential to us to communicate the great value we place on environmentally friendly production methods and the re-use of materials, as well as the measures we take as a company to minimise our ecological footprint and protect the environment.” A positive side effect is the promotion of growth and image building for retreading. The response has been extremely positive: apprentices and teachers are enthusiastic about the practical experience. With regular visits to Geretsberg, KRAIBURG Austria ensures that the next generation of industry professionals receive sound, practice-orientated training.
