STEELASTIC® Passenger Car Radial Tire (PCR) Systems
The global passenger car tire market continues to see increases in the range of tires required to suit high performance, electric vehicle, and winter tire applications to name just a few. This increase in tire SKUs is driving a need for increased flexibility in tire component manufacturing.
Steelastic’s range of extrusion-based tire component production systems are specifically designed with flexibility and quality in mind. All our systems are a one stop process from creel to wind-up. Fast changeovers between compound and cord specifications and finished material specifications are critical to delivering the flexibility needed.
The precise nature of our extrusion, cutting and splicing systems, along with a range of thermal, laser and 3D imaging technology, provide the quality assurance and traceability the market is searching for. Contact us to request a quote.
PCR Tire Component Manufacturing Systems Include:
Extruded Steel Belt Systems
Steelastic’s Extruded Steel Belt Systems provide unrivalled flexibility and quality. Maintain precision cord spacing, gauge control and superior overall dimensional stability of steel belts.
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Extruded Textile Body Ply Systems
Steelastic’s Extruded Textile Body Ply System makes it possible to produce textile body ply material without the use of calender. Precision extrusion, cutting and splicing technology combine to produce premium quality body ply material for your PCR application.
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Extruded Textile Cap Strip Systems
The Steelastic Extruded Textile Cap Strip System is a highly controlled process the delivers precision cord spacing, full cord encapsulation, and no cut cords. The system significantly reduces capital expense, labor costs and scrap material, while offering greater flexibility.
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Automatic Apex Systems
The Steelastic Apex Application System automatically extrudes and applies rubber apex profiles to tire beads. The system’s robotic handling solutions and vision-based inspection technology meets the tightest quality and throughput requirements of the PCR tire market.
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