15/03/21 It is 60 years since Stan Elderfield founded Monaflex and championed a tyre repair solution. Innovation remains at the heart of the Monaflex ethos.
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01/03/21 In part two of our haul road design series we look at the factors for consideration in the search to optimise overall haulage costs.
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06/11/20 In this first in a series of articles on the principals of haul road construction and maintenance we ask, What are the benefits of an improved haul road infrastructure?
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20/08/20 Since the start of the pandemic we’ve been asked how best to care for Monaflex equipment in the event of an interruption to operations. General component care principals apply. Store components properly Ensure all components are clean and dry and stored in a cool, dry room out of direct sunlight Hang Heat Pads via their […]
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05/06/20 We are often asked how long a Monaflex system lasts or how many hours of service can be expected from each component. Length of service is determined by two factors – what we do to make a robust, effective and quality Monaflex product and how it is maintained and used in the field Our investment […]
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31/05/20 Tractor tyre repairs are often considered a complicated topic. There are a huge number of agricultural tyre types and sizes and injury types vary greatly.
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10/05/20 Here’s a quick look at some of the most common tyre injuries and repairs Spot Repairs
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03/04/20 You can maximize the value of your OTR tyre budget with a Monaflex custom OTR system. Through 40 years of tyre repair experience, we can add value to your business.
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18/03/20 We continue to monitor developments with COVID-19 and take all available guidance to ensure that our employees can work safely and our customers experience minimum disruption. What measures are we taking?
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20/12/19 The world’s strongest Heat Pads and Airbags are here. Monaflex R-Type components are more durable than anything else on the market yet lighter than ever before and still 100% effective.
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19/12/19 Many costly earthmover tyres are scrapped due to minor damage in the Bead area. With Monaflex systems bead repairs are possible…
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31/10/19 Many OTR tyres are discarded due to sidewall damage that is in fact repairable. The following tips from our experts focus on how to evaluate the damage:
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20/09/19 Our customers’ operations are hugely varied. We service everything from small agricultural repair shops to chains of OTR repair specialists and sizeable 24/7 teams
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18/09/19 Effecting a perfect repair means your tyre can be returned to service whether that be haulage, loader, dozer, farming & logging, or over-the-road transport. This makes repair quality
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19/06/19 Our goal at Monaflex is simple, to ensure our customers execute a perfect repair every time. To this end, we offer all customers a Tyre Repair Workshop Audit looking at everything from repair practices and reporting to workshop layouts and materials storage. With decades of tyre repair industry experience, including visits to tyre repair facilities of all […]
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19/06/19 When curing a repair you need to fill the inside void of the tyre to exert inward pressure on the repair area. We always recommend using Cylinder Airbags. In the early days of tyre repair, forcing a tyre into a vulcanising mechanism or section mould was the norm. Solid mandrels were used at first, followed […]
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30/05/19 We’re looking forward to exhibiting our range of tyre repair solutions at the Latin Tyre Show in Panama this June.
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17/05/19 Thank you to everyone who visited us this year at Autopromotec in Bologna, Italy. We enjoyed catching up with new and old faces and sharing our latest product news and updates.
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17/05/19 Take a look at the third in our series of guidelines for hazardous tyre conditions…dealing with a run flat tyre. Get in touch to order a copy of our full guidelines.
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05/04/19 We’re continually optimising Monaflex components in response to usability testing
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19/02/19 Laboratory testing shows heat cure vulcanizing will give over four times the adhesion strength compared to a chemical cure.
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19/02/19 Rocks lodged wihtin the tread voids have a propensity to ‘burrow’ into the tyre carcass if they are not removed and ultimately this can cause tyre failure.
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18/02/19 The 2019 TIA OTR Conference will be the 64th annual event.
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09/11/18 The first in our series of guidelines for hazardous tyre conditions looks at the sidewall rock cut.
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13/09/18 We are looking forward to showcasing our products at IMME 2018 between 31st October and 3rd November
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19/07/18 We’ll be exhibiting at Electra Mining in Johannesburg this September. Visit us for product demos and advice, to speak to our expert team and to hear about our latest news. Get in touch to organise a meeting. Alternatively just stop by our stand and say hello! Electra Mining is being held at the Expo Centre […]
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21/08/17 Our new generation of Heat Pads and Airbags are stronger, lighter and even more durable…
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27/06/18 Maximising the lifespan of costly OTR tyres has a significant impact on budgets. These tips will help you get the most out of your investment:
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06/10/17 In today’s budget-conscious environment
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16/09/17 The secrets of perfect OTR sidewall repairs: Correct sidewall maintenance and repair is a crucial part of maximizing the lifespan of OTR tyres and minimizing time lost due to unforeseen issues and failures.
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05/05/17 Monaflex’s great service does not finish when you purchase your system as expert support is available at any time. All our systems are extremely simple to use and we also offer a comprehensive training programme
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02/03/17 We’re continually optimizing Monaflex components in response to ongoing usability testing and customer feedback. Have you seen our most recent changes?
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02/03/17 Many costly Earthmover tyres are scrapped due to minor damage in the Bead area. The solution is Monaflex’s XLBRS – the only system that can conform to the complex profile of the Radial Bead area.
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13/12/16 Three simple care tips to maximise the lifespan of your Monaflex Heat Pads. 1. Thoroughly cover Heat Pads with tyre talc Once Airbags are inflated, Monaflex Heat Pads conform completely to the contours of the tyre leaving no gaps. Before each use thoroughly cover both sides of the Heat Pad with tyre talc to prevent any friction occurring […]
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22/08/16 Over filling the skive is a common problem We often see repairers using far too much filler rubber with our OTR system – especially in the sidewall. With the Monaflex system you just don’t need excessive overbuild. The flexible Heat Pads and Airbags conform completely to the shape of the tyre and during the cure […]
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19/05/16 MINEXPO, Las Vegas is one of our favourite shows and it was brilliant to catch up with so many of you there.
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19/05/16 Thanks for coming to say hello at the Latin America & Caribbean Tyre Expo 2016 – it was great to see so many of you.
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23/07/13 Back from the busy streets of Chennai – we had another exceptionally busy time at the TyrExpo India earlier this month.
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06/03/13 Monarch is moving up in the world – or at least up one storey. Over the winter months the company facility in Guernsey underwent an extensive redevelopment, vastly increasing the factory production space with the addition of another floor.
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