After the tradition defying appearance of Galileo AG Tire Product caught our eye, we caught up with Galileo staff to get the rundown of what this product is all about in the following interview with Mike Gelbman, VP of Sales USA: Tuschner 1. What makes Galileo Cup Wheel unique? Gelbman Cup wheel is an...
AG TIRE TALK KEY TAKEAWAYS: TRELLEBORG, “There is not a tire combination that is a “one size fits all” situation and often different operations would require different sets of tires for the same equipment.” TITAN, “The tire industry has developed the RCI (Rolling Circumference...
Precision Inflation, LLC Ken Brodbeck, VP of Technology Can you have great traction and flotation? YES! Let us start with a couple definitions: Traction: The ability to generate forces in the field and transport. – to move the machine forward (Pulling) and backward (Braking) – to...
Below is question posed to tire manufacturers from Illinois: In 4WD Tractor application, if implement requires 550 hp and standard duals are not providing adequate traction (can’t go wider with triples), what is your recommendation and how does it compare to tracks on transport & field speed? Precision...
Continental Agriculture North America Ralf Krieger: Head of Development and Industrialization of Agricultural Tires There are several trends in modern agriculture that increase the risk of stubble damage. Due to the quick development pace of operating procedures, tools and tires are attempting to keep up:...
BKT USA, Inc. Dave Paulk: Manager Field Technical Services There are several important reasons for using ballast on tractors. Tractors and combines often have to add weight to accommodate horsepower imbalances. Adding weight where required will improve traction and reduce slippage. Managing the...
