Man performing retread process on a tire with sparks flying
Man performing retread process on a tire with sparks flying

MICHELIN® RETREAD TECHNOLOGIES

AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WAY TO PROTECT YOUR BOTTOM LINE

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PROTECT YOUR BOTTOM LINE AND THE ENVIRONMENT.

UNLOCK SAVINGS AND SUSTAINABILITY WITH RETREADS 

Retreads offer a compelling alternative to new tires, combining Michelin quality with significant cost savings and environmental benefits. Michelin retreads extend the life of your tires and improve fuel efficiency to maximize your total cost of ownership. When you get the most out of your tires, you boost your bottom line and reduce waste.

STILL NOT CONVINCED RETREADS ARE FOR YOU?

Retreads are now safe and reliable, contrary to old myths. The trucking industry saves billions each year by retreading, with smart owners investing in high-quality tires instead of new tires. Learn more about the myths surrounding retreads on our blog – and don't forget to download the white paper.

WHY MICHELIN® RETREAD TECHNOLOGIES?

Our innovative retread process creates retreads you can trust to save money and keep your trucks on the road. Utilizing Michelin's new-tire design technology, proven tread designs and new-tire manufacturing standards, the MICHELIN® Retread Technologies (MRT) retread process delivers reliable retreads, designed for your application to help you maximize your tire assets.

  • Low rolling resistance, SmartWay® verified retreads for maximum fuel efficiency
  • Michelin proprietary technology that yields multiple retreads
  • Monitored and audited, 9-step manufacturing process delivers uniform results
  • Increased accountability of your assets with Bib Tread mobile on-site digital app
  • Consistent, nationwide retread warranty backed by Michelin

 

MRT 9-STEP MANUFACTURING PROCESS

1 – INITIAL INSPECTION

Every casing, every detail, inspected every time – Enables trained operators to detect subtle irregularities that may indicate internal damage such as zippers

MRT - Initial inspection

2BUFFING

Computer automated, guided by casing-specific database and sensors – Provides under tread of optimal profile, depth, and texture

MRT - Buffing

3 – CASING INTEGRITY

SHEAROGRAPHY – Two-step laser photography performed on every tire - Reveals belt separations or blisters within the belts or other not visible areas.

MRT - Casing Integrity Analysis (CIA) - Shearography

4 – X-RAY

Available and used when needed – Allows visual inspection of the steel belts within the casing

MRT - X ray

5 – REPAIR

Best practice repairs – Thermal curing along with mechanical pressure exceeds industry standards

MRT - Repair

6 – TREAD BUILDING

Uses MICHELIN® tire tread – Combines two operations into one: applying hot cushion gum and pre-molded tread

MRT - Tread Building

7 – DOUBLE-ENVELOPING

Unique use of inner envelope applies pressure to both sides of the repair – Ensures every retread surface undergoes uniform pressure and temperature

MRT - Double enveloping

8 – CURING

Computer controlled for minimum temperature variations – Achieves optimal uniformity and enhances full integration of all repairs

MRT - Curing

9 – FINAL INSPECTION

Assurance of the best retread every time – Thorough inspection of crown, sidewall, bead and interior – we make sure your retread is for the road.

MRT - Final inspection

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