Vipal Rubber presents valuable information to help you get the most from your tyres. This month, we look at even more examples of treadwear and damage.

Tyres are a significant investment for transport companies, making it essential to determine the factors that can lead to their demise.

Lug torn

Appearance: Lug torn partially or completely from the base of the design.
Probable causes: Excessive torque, tread depth not suitable to the application, incorrect design for the application and aggressive drive behaviour.
Actions: Consult your tyre dealer/ retreader to repair or retread casing.
Precaution: Remove tyre from service. Repair or retread.

Partial tread lifted

Appearance: A portion of the tread is lifted, non-buffed surface is noticed. A puncture is evident on the inner liner. Probable causes: Nail puncture.
Actions: Retread again if possible.
Precaution: None.

Exposure of protective belt

Appearance: Tyre worn to point of exposing edge of belt.
Probable causes: Mechanical problem, such as misalignment of the axle etc.
Actions: Remove tyre from service.
Precaution: Perform regular maintenance.

Excessive wear on one shoulder

Appearance: Excessive wear on one side of tyre.
Probable causes: Excessive toe, excessive axle camber, overloaded or twisted axle.
Actions: Change tyre position on the trailer. If excessively worn, retread.
Precaution: Perform maintenance on the vehicle.