Why Non-Marking Forklift Tires Might Be The Perfect Fit For You

13th Aug 2020

Forklift tires normally come with diverse structures and designs meant to equip them with unique features for different applications. 

One such forklift tire type that stands out due to its distinctive features is the non-marking forklift tires. They are made from combining synthetic rubber with some white silica gel or resin. The end result is forklift tires that are white/grey in appearance and leave no black marks on floors during operations.

You are probably wondering what are the benefits of these tires, let's take a look at some of them.

Improved Fuel Efficiency

One of the major benefits that non-marking tires come with is their ability to offer a much lower rolling resistance.

Normally this would mean less energy loss as the tire rolls ensuring less effort is used for that same amount of work.

The improved fuel efficiency then results in lower fuel consumption which has both environmental and cost reduction benefits.

Improved Comfort and Stability

Non-marking tires also come with the benefit of being manufactured with a resilient center compound that is then cushioned by the thread rubber.

An advantage this gives the tires is excellent shock absorption properties. This means that your operators will be much more comfortable during operations which will boost their productivity by a great margin.

Good Traction

They also have the advantage of offering good traction which is quite advantageous when you are operating in an environment that is a thread to stability.

Better traction in tires is important for safety as it makes it easy to control and stabilize the forklift. 

Since a good number of forklift accidents are due to worn out tires with poor traction, using the non-marking tires will help you reduce accidents and damages by a great degree.

The easier it is to control forklifts due to good traction the more efficient the operations which is a great incentive for improved productivity.

Cleaner Working Environment

Non-marking tires lack the soot that is usually added during manufacturing of tires leaving them with some desirable attributes.

One of these attributes is the inability to leave marks on the warehouse floor during operation.

While this might be insignificant in other warehouses, it gives them an edge in warehouses where food or medicine is handled and hygiene is a major requirement. 

Great Tread Life

Since they are made of silica-based compounds their treads tend to be more durable.

When the treads are in top shape for most of the life of the tires you get to enjoy better traction whose benefits as already highlighted.

Since they come in lighter colors they also absorb less heat which prevents development of over-inflation due to increased pressure in the tires. A factor that accelerates the rate of wear in most tires. 

Therefore, there is no reason why you should not consider non-marking tires. They offer better fuel efficiency thanks to reduced rolling resistance. Improved comfort and stability is also one of their strong points. You will love it that they offer better traction, a cleaner working environment, and better tread life. 

Forklift Tire Company is one of the largest suppliers of forklift tires in the USA. We are happy to help you find the right tires for your forklift truck. Visit our online store here for great discounts or email us at sales@forklifttire.com, our customer service team is ready to assist you.