Bridgestone has launched an underground mining tire range that it says has been designed to “thrive in some of the harshest working conditions on earth.”
The company’s latest VMNT, VMDL and VMMS tire products have been engineered specifically for underground mining applications, and have been designed to reduce penetrations by enveloping rocks rather than allow them to cut into the rubber, while still maintaining grip and operator comfort. The result is enhanced protection against damage in environments where standing water and moisture can make already abrasive surfaces even more destructive.
All three tires feature the first application of Bridgestone’s Subterranean technology for underground trucks, enabling operators to carry heavier loads without increasing inflation pressure, while also reducing the risk of cuts, penetrations and costly downtime.
Continue reading Bridgestone unveils underground mining tire range at Tire Technology International.
