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Over the last decade, the skid steer has become one of the most popular machines in the construction business. The name “skid steer” is derived from the basic motion of the machines’ tires; these tires “skid” when in motion, versus going forward and backward. The compact size of the skid steer is what makes it so useful, thus it has become a “standard” machine utilized in today’s construction companies.

The construction environment is challenging to the life of tires, including the skid steer. The considerable amount of downtime caused by fixing flats on a standard tire encouraged the construction industry to search for an alternative.

PAST ALTERNATIVES

To lessen the amount of downtime caused by standard pneumatic tires, the construction industry turned to its other options: foam-filled and solid tires. While durable, these tires have major drawbacks. Foam - filled tires do not provide a cushioned ride for the skid steer since they are filled with foam and not air. Additionally, the foam-filled tire isn’t dependable. If the tire is cut in a challenging environment, the foam leaks out of the tire, causing the tire to be unusable. Solid tires are made entirely out of rubber and provide no shock absorption. The long-term affects of this will cause damage to the skid steer itself.

THE BREAKTHROUGH: NU-AIR^® TYRE

To counteract the loss of time and money caused by repairing flat tires, McLaren Industries is offering a revolutionary alternative: McLaren Nu-Air Tyre. The innovative semi-pneumatic technology used to create this tire guarantees no downtime. Unlike solid and foam-filled tires, this tire does allow for a cushioned ride and shock absorption. Nu-Air Tyre is uniquely designed with strategically placed holes so that the tire can never go flat; the holes designed in the tire provide the air versus the air being inside of the tire. 

HOW IS THIS TIRE VIRTUALLY HASSLE FREE?

The answer is in the use of semi-pneumatic technology to create the Nu-Air Tyre. The unique design of this tire is what makes it the best choice possible for the skid steer. The tire is 33” in diameter with a 16”custom rim, thus providing the tires with one-third more rubber than a standard tire. 

The tire is also systematically designed with holes for shock absorption. Don’t’ be fooled; these holes are not for “appearance”. The design of the holes in this tire is unique to McLaren; each hole is accounted for and specifically positioned to create the best shock absorption possible. Furthermore, the depth of each hole provides the proper cushioning for the skid steer. Finally, since the holes provide the shock absorption without air, it is impossible for the tire to go flat. Even if the sidewall of the tire is cut, the tire is still in working condition.

The durability of McLaren’s Nu-Air Tyre allows this tire to be utilized in several ways, specifically with over-the-tire tracks. Unlike the foam-filled and solid tires that are unsafe to use with over-the-tire tracks, Nu-Air Tyre has the proper shock absorption ability to be used with the tracks.

McLaren’s application of semi-pneumatic technology to the Nu-Air Tyre gives this tire the advantage over any other due to the increase in its life expectancy. The average life span of a Nu-Air Tyre is three times longer than the average pneumatic tire. The tread depth of the Nu-Air Tyre is twice that of a standard pneumatic tire and it maintains traction after many hours of use.

Factoring in the natural wear and tear, the average life expectancy of the Nu-Air Tyre is 1,000 hours - three times that of an average pneumatic tire. The ability to calculate costs is simplified with the Nu-Air Tyre, since there will be no unexpected flats to repair. Custom-fit rim is also included with the purchase of Nu-Air Tyre-no need to purchase additional rims. McLaren Nu-Air Tyre eliminates any anxiety and provides you with a durable, no maintenance necessary tire.

The most effective way to save time and money in the construction business today is to utilize the McLaren Nu-Air Tyres. In comparing the costs and advantages of the Nu-Air Tyre, McLaren believes the efficiency of this tire makes it the only choice. In five to seven years, we believe that 30% of all skid steers will use the Nu-Air Tyre because of its advantages. Over the next decade, the majority of skid steers will operate using this semi-pneumatic technology. For the most efficient, durable, and long-lasting tire, McLaren Nu-Air Tyres is the only way to go. 

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