SOLID-CAST TIRES “SUPERELASTIC ” FOR FORKLIFTS

Solid-cast tires “Superelastic ” are highly elastic massive tires designed for use in extreme operating conditions. Due to the design features and high shock-absorbing properties, they have wider capabilities compared to other types of massive tires.

 

Solid-cast massive tires do not require special maintenance, they have high operational reliability and safety  and provide higher maneuverability in cramped conditions, their use contributes to more economical consumption of fuel and electricity.

Uralshina LLC is the only plant in Russia that has an author’s patented method of producing three-layer solid-cast tires. In addition, the company’s specialists have seriously refined the formulation of rubber mixtures based on the use of 90% natural and 10% synthetic rubber.

The warranty period of operation of massive tires “Superelastic” produced by Uralshina LLC is 1500-2500 engine hours.

 

Applicable scope

 

Solid-cast superelastic tires are used on forklifts and other loaders with a load capacity of up to 3 tons inclusive. They are indispensable in the conditions of metalworking and machine-building plants, where there is a high probability of damage to the wheels by metal shavings or other sharp objects. In addition, such tires are equipped with municipal equipment, scrap loaders, some types of excavators and other special equipment. Superelastic tires are used on relatively flat, solid bases.

 

A wide standard-size range of solid-cast superelastic tires manufactured by Uralshina LLC allows them to be used on loaders manufactured by companies: JSC “MZiK”, Nissan, Balcankar, Lemmens, Rocla, Linde, Boss, Daewoo, Marubeni, Hyster, Bobcat, BT, LMY, Clark, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Komatsu, Dressta, Kalmar, Case.

 

Construction of solid-cast tires

The all-cast tire “Superelastic” of the Uralshina brand consists of three layers — internal landing, intermediate damping and external tread. Each layer is made of different materials that affect the elastic modulus of the tire in different ways.

  • The inner landing layer is used to secure the tire to the wheel rim. In the landing part of the Superelastic tire, in addition to polyamide cord fibers, a rigid ring structure made of steel wire is provided. The tire is mounted on the rim by deforming the landing part, due to radial and axial tension.
  • The middle damping layer is more elastic, it provides shock absorption of the tire and heat removal from the rubber array.
  • The outer tread layer is responsible for the quality of traction with the road surface, as well as course stability and cross-country ability.

Advantages of solid-cast tires “Superelastic”

 

In comparison with conventional pneumatic tires, solid-cast Superelastic tires have obvious advantages.

 

Extended service life.

The walking life of solid-cast “superelastic” tires is 2 — 2.5 times higher. The wide profile and flat imprint of these tires makes them more stable, so when driving, the loads are distributed as evenly as possible over the entire area of the tire and, thus, increased wear is excluded in certain areas. The tire lasts much longer.

 

High resistance to external influences

Solid tires are highly resistant to punctures and cuts, they will continue to work even if a metal object is embedded in the rubber array, and in addition, they have high resistance to abrasion.

 

Increased safety of equipment operation

Thanks to the three-layer construction, the strength, rigidity and shock absorption ability of the superelastic tires are perfectly balanced. Such tires do not deform under load, they are more stable. They take on all the energy of the blows when moving on uneven grounds. This ensures the safety of the suspension and transmission of the vehicle, as well as the safety of the driver.

 

Higher load capacity

Superelastic tires have a higher load capacity compared to pneumatic tires of the same size. This makes it possible to use them more efficiently when storing goods at a height of 5 to 7.5 m.

 

Reduction of energy costs for movement

The use of “Superelastic ” tires reduces energy costs for movement by 10-15%. A special tread provides maximum grip on various types of road surfaces, which facilitates movement and allows you to operate the engine in a less stressful mode.

 

Lack of constant maintenance

Solid-cast massive tires “Superelastic ” do not require special maintenance, in particular, replacing the camera or pumping up.

 

Interchangeability

Superelastic tires are completely interchangeable with pneumatic tires, since they are mounted on one and the same rims. Thus, it becomes possible to expand the scope of application of loaders.

Technical specifications

Tires “Superelastic” produced by Uralshina LLC, TU 2527-085-00148984-2002

Tire designation

Tire
dimensions, mm

Cone angle of the rim diameter, grad

Tire weight, kg, no more than

Maximum tire load at speeds

up to 25 km / h, N (kgf)

Designation of the rim drawing

Warranty period of operation, operating hours

outer diameter

profile width

rim diameter

leading

slave

4.00-8 SE
С-159

410 ±5

106 ±3

188 ±2

5

10,7

 

7100 (730)

1216 03 00071
1216 03 00071-01
(3.00D-8)

2200

5.00-8 SE
С-131

458 ±5

134 ±3

197 ±2

5

17,2

 

7850 (800)

3.00D-8*

1500

5.00-8 SE
С-158

458 ±5

134 ±3

197 ±2

5

18,5

 

7850 (800)

3.00D-8*

2200

6.00-9 SE
С-168

530 ±5

145 ±3

214 ±2

5

26,2

17100 (1750)

13900 (1420)

103 К 0200261,
103 К 0200261-01
(4.00Е-9)

2200

6.50-10 SE
С-116

580 ±5

172 ±3

248 ±2

5

36,5

22932 (2340)

17500 (1780)

5.00F-10*

1500

6.50-10 SE
С-154

580 ±5

172 ±3

248 ±2

5

37

22932 (2340)

17500 (1780)

5.00F-10*

2500

7.00-12 SE
С-99

659 ±5

177 ±3

298 ±2

5

46,2

28400 (2900)

 

5.00S-12*

1500

7.00-12 SE
С-167

659 ±5

177 ±3

298 ±2

5

46,2

28400 (2900)

 

5.00S-12*

2200

8.15-15 SE
С-134

695 ±5

210 ±4

378 ±3

5

55,5

33320 (3400)

 

7.00-15*

1500

16×6-8 SE
С-127

(fender bar)

410 ±5

145 ±3

196 ±2

 

14,6

 

9500 (970)

4.33R-8*

2000

16х6-8 SE
С-160

410 ±5

145 ±3

196 ±2

5

15

 

9500 (970)

4.33R-8*

2200

18х7-8 SE
С-128

(fender bar)

458 ±5

152 ±3

196 ±2

 

20,4

21000 (2143)

 

4.33R-8*

2000

18х7-8 SE
С-143

458 ±5

152 ±3

199 ±2

 

21,3

21000 (2143)

 

4.33R-8*

2500

21х8-9 SE
С-166

525 ±5

200 ±4

217 ±2

5

34,7

24500 (2500)
19600 (2000)

20500 (2100)

3000.19.00.001
(6.00D-9)

2300

23х9-10 SE
С-152

(fender bar)

583 ±5

194 ±3

246 ±2

 

42,5

25970 (2650)

 

6.50F-10*

2200

200/50-10 SE
С-151

(fender bar)

450 ±5

194 ±3

246 ±2

 

22,7

18620 (1900)

 

6.50F-10

2200

*Rim designation according to the “ETRTO”standard

 

The tests carried out showed that the solid-cast tires of the Russian brand “Uralshina” withstand loads much higher than those stated in the technical conditions. So, the massive tires “Superelastic” 4.00-8 can withstand a load of 3000 kg at a speed of 25 km / h. When the speed limit decreases, their load capacity increases more than twice. These tires are successfully used to complete the latest models of SHKPL-12 bulk stackers on wheels, used as conveyors for transshipment of bulk cargo in ports and railway terminals.