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compounders, we have developed two evolution compound blends to enhance the products’ performance further,” said Barron. “The first maintains the already-proven km potential whilst focusing on minimising rolling resistance and optimising fuel efficiency. The second works the other way to maintain the low rolling resistance whilst focusing on maximising km potential.” Extensive trials are underway with new-evolution compounds, which have seen the Logistik Drive outperform the km potential of previous Vacu-Lug tyres. Furthermore, both the 295/80 and 315/70 have been independently tested to verify these results.
Meanwhile, Vacu-Lug continues to work on new additions to the company’s range. Barron concludes: “We are now working on a second generation of the Logistik Supersingle tyre and to facilitate production we will in due course be adding a third 12 segment press.”
Commenting from the operators’ perspective, Sales Director Dave Alsop adds: “We are extremely pleased with the results and positive customer feedback relating to the 315/70. This tyre size is becoming increasingly used within logistics fleets and operators are seeing a significant reduction in running costs, not least due to the improvements in tyre life across the Logistik range.”
their own in-house research and development department meaning they can always stay one step ahead with the latest thinking and innovations – something which is crucial for family firms who want to grow and thrive.”
This award backs up the ethical policies at Bandvulc, with the focus
cater for the demanding ‘Regional’ delivery sector.
• The CITYMASTER which caters for the bus sector and protects the tyre from damage with its unique ARMORBAND technology.
• As well as their products, Bandvulc’s ever evolving fleet management solution , BV Plus+, is
New OTR Retread Plant to be Launched in Vologda Oblast
A new plant for the retreading of dump truck tyres has been proposed for the Vologda Oblast region of Russia by the Corporation of the Development of the region.
“We have conducted research into the market for retreaded tyres in the region and the North-West Federal District and have made the decision that the project has good economical feasibility. Currently we are preparing a meeting with the investor to discuss details” said joint statement from the Development Corporation and the member of the Russian Parliament Alexei Chepoi, who is supporting the project.
It has also been noted that the potential investor is a group of Bulgarian companies, which has some experience in terms of retreading tyres for dump trucks and industrial machinery. A source from the regional government explained that the investment agreement is expected to be signed by the end of November and will probably provide
for the creation of capacities for retreading of up to 1,000 tyres per year.
“There is a demand on the country’s market, due to the lack of the domestic capacity in this area. At the same time, Russian mining companies today are struggling for efficiency, so retreading tyres for dump trucks can become a very good solution for them. The preliminary negotiations on this issue have already revealed interest from a number of coal producers in retreading tyres,” explained our source.
There are number of facilities already operating in the area of retreading dump truck tyres, which is enjoying rising demand. According to representatives of the Corporation of the Development of Vologda Oblast, the cost of retreading tyres for dump trucks on the Russian market today is three times lower than that of new tyres.
always being firmly on
‘innovation’ throughout the business. This can be clearly seen in the recent announcements regarding the launch of new and innovative tyre products such as:
• The FUELMASTER which uses a fuel saving compound to deliver greater economy.
• The DELIVERYMASTER which has been specifically developed to
built on innovation and seeks
to deliver to its customers solutions that match the needs of their businesses. This ‘direct to end user approach’ means that at Bandvulc they can help their customers understand their fleets better, whilst ensuring costs and waste are kept to a minimum.
In July 2015, over 300 businesses attended the prestigious Shakespeare’s Globe in London for the sixth annual Red Ribbon Awards – celebrating the achievements of Britain’s finest family-run businesses.
Bandvulc has always looked at how it can develop our business through innovation, so naturally
being entered for the ‘Innovation Award’ category sits perfectly with what the company stands for as a business. With hundreds of entries, competition in the ‘Innovation
Award’ categor y was well represented and included businesses such as Fortnum & Mason.
However, Bandvulc were
announced winners of the Bastows ‘Innovation’ award. The judges commented, “Design and innovation are what set this company apart. From humble beginnings back in the 1970s, to a company, which today employs over 400 people and turns over £60million. They have made a commitment to developing
Continental Expands Retreading Portfolio
Bandvulc Wins at Red Ribbon Awards
Continental A.G.’s tyre segment continued to expand its business in tyre mould design and manufacturing for the first half of 2015, according to its financial report released Aug. 4.
The financial statement said Continental Caoutchouc-Export- GmbH, acquired the business of A-Z Formen-und Maschinenbau GmbH in Runding-Langwitz, Germany, and AZ-CZECH s.r.o., in Meclov, Czech Republic.
The shared deal was done for a purchase price of about $38.4 million.
In order to further expand the commercial tyre trade and tyre retreading area, the German company said its North America
commercial tyre/retread distribution arm, BestDrive L.L.C. acquired Hill Tire Company, Inc. and FAD Enterprises L.L.C. both based in Forest Park, Georgia. The provisional purchase price of about $11.3 million was paid in cash, Conti said.
Also, as part of an asset deal, Continental-owned Profi Reifen und Autoservice GmbH, based in Wiener Neudorf, Austria, sold its complete-wheel assembly activity at the site in Kalsdorf, Austria, to PTG Automotive Solutions and Services GmbH, Kalsdorf, Austria. This transaction resulted in a loss of about $100,000 that was reported under other expenses and income.
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