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TREADS/ NEWS EXTRA
The main features of the KOP tread include offset rim blocks that deliver excellent rolling traction and allow for self-cleaning. In addition, this tread is designed with a special cut and penetration resistant compound and is recommended for low speed applications and short distances. The state-of-the-art design features of the KOP tread provide enhanced safety and greater mileage, making it an excellent choice for retreading.
Uberlândia Caminhões Invest in Lukatec Buffer
Uberlândia Caminhões, based in Uberlândia (MG), has acquired an HS-32M Rasparobo machine from Lukatec. The Lukatec customer has been a Michelin licensee since 2002.
In the photo are pictured employees from Lukatec, Uberlândia Caminhões and Michelin.
VMI Opens New Service Centre in Thailand
On 22
January, the
latest VMI
Service Centre
located in
Chon Buri
Province,
Thailand, was
officially
opened by Mr
Riaan Diener,
VP of VMI
Global
Services, and
Mr Aart van
der Pol, Regional Manager Customer Service Asia, in the presence of employees and invitees. The opening of the Thailand facility underlines VMI’s commitment to building an organisation of global supply, supported by a local service network. The Thailand facility is the 9th service centre and is strategically placed to serve VMI’s global customer base in a quick and efficient manner.
The Thailand centre employs engineers who can support the local customers of VMI, and is fully equipped with the specialised tooling required for servicing VMI
mechanical drums. The drum service operation returns drums to their original condition complete with full warranty. VMI’s resident technical experts offer a very short turnaround to provide customers with a unique competitive service. Riaan Diener commented: “Our local Thai and Chinese speaking engineers are highly trained to ensure that our customers can optimise the total cost of ownership of VMI equipment by benefiting from a wide range of service solutions that VMI offers. These include training packages, service programs, drum overhauls as well as retrofits and upgrades”.