Although the tyres on construction vehicles are among the hardest wearing available, punctures do occasionally occur due to the harsh working conditions they are exposed to, especially on sites where the application is particularly harsh on tyres, such as waste and recycling.
As well as being costly, punctures can also be dangerous. A deflated tyre can lead to loss of control of the machine or permanent tyre damage so it is important to address it as soon as you notice it, for your safety. It will also help to minimise machine downtime if the problem is detected sooner rather than later.
Before repairing the punctured tyre, it is important to check it over thoroughly. If the tyre displays any of the following, a puncture repair should not be attempted:
- Illegal tread depth
- Secondary damage - caused by the injuring object
- Ageing/deterioration of tyre rubber
- Bead damage
- Exposed cords
- Faulty/poor previous repairs
If you are sure that none of the above characteristics are present, you can proceed to mend the tyre. Tyre puncture repair on a large tyre can be a tedious task and not as straightforward a process as it may seem but we have a full range of products to make it as easy as possible.
We have ranges of Tyre Repair Tools, Repair fluids, Punture repair tools, Tyre Repair Patches and Tyre valves.
Once your tyre is repaired, you might consider using a tyre sealant. Our most popular tyre sealant is the 'Puncture Free Off Road Tyre Sealant' - a superior grade tyre sealing gel which gives long term protection against punctures for tyres with or without tubes. Suitable for all off-road and slow moving vehicles like tractors, trailers, combines, grass cutters and more. Click here to learn more.
Again, please remeber that inspection is vital - if you have any doubts about whether a tyre should be repaired or replaced, seek the advice of a professional.
