Today’s photo highlights a rotary drum tire inspection.
A digital caliper depth gauge (pictured) measures the depth of the grooves on the tire. If the grooves are too deep, as defined by the service technician, tire grinding may be proposed to resolve the issue.
Grooves can develop on drum tires through normal wear and tear over a period of time. If they are left untreated, the weight of the drum can become unevenly distributed, resulting in potential damage to other drum components. The importance of regular inspection and repair, if needed, is crucial.
Tire grinding is a process which grinds down the tire surface to a smooth, nearly-new condition. It is performed on-site by a FEECO service technician, and is much more cost-effective to tire replacement.
The need for tire grinding is also an indication that the rotary drum is out of alignment. After tire grinding is performed, the drum should be re-aligned to prevent the re-occurrence of tire wear due to misalignment. FEECO’s service technicians can also align the drum using a state-of-the-art laser tracking system.
For additional information on FEECO’s rotary drum inspection and maintenance services, contact us today.