Fleet Management News & Business Info | Commercial Carrier Journal
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commercial carrier journal | january 2018 53 PRODUC TS Ultra-wide-base tires Bridgestone Americas' latest ultra-wide- base tires, the Greatec M835A Ecopia tire for the drive position and the Greatec R197 Ecopia tire for the trailer position, are designed for tandem-axle applica - tions in long-haul service. The tires have a high-rigidity tread pattern to help enhance tread life, overall even wear and low rolling resistance; an optimized shoulder design for even wear balance across the tire footprint; Bridgestone America's proprietary NanoPro-Tech compound to help limit energy loss for improved rolling resistance; the compa - ny's Fuel Saver Sidewall technology to help absorb excess energy and conserve fuel, both when new and retreaded; a patented Waved Belt design to help re - duce casing growth and maintain a stable footprint; a patented Turn-In Ply design that addresses ply-end stress; and stone rejector platforms that combat capture and retention of casing-damaging stones. The tires are compatible with Bandag FuelTech retreads and are available in size 445/50R22.5. Bridgestone Americas, www.commercial.bridgestone.com, 844-858-4737 Trailer beam rack Ancra's Beam Rack is designed to allow for quick and easy storage of beams in a trailer. The beam rack is engineered to fit into existing logistics posts to provide a secure, easy and efficient method of rais - ing beams up and out of the way when not in use, ensuring that no beam is left behind during unloading. It is designed for easy installation and to lock up to six beams per set horizontally. Ancra International, www.ancracargo.com, 800-233-5138