{"id":8395,"date":"2022-07-21T14:12:45","date_gmt":"2022-07-21T13:12:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/monaflexnew.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=8395"},"modified":"2025-09-26T13:55:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T13:55:44","slug":"achieving-the-best-otr-tyre-repairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/achieving-the-best-otr-tyre-repairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Obtendo as melhores repara\u00e7\u00f5es de pneus OTR"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"8395\" class=\"elementor elementor-8395\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cf2dfee elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cf2dfee\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-49a48bf\" data-id=\"49a48bf\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-314f36c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"314f36c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Obtendo as melhores repara\u00e7\u00f5es de pneus OTR<\/h2><p>What is the secret to achieving the best OTR tyre repairs? Over the (many) years we&#8217;ve been in the tyre repair industry we have seen it all&#8230;good repairs, great repairs and unfortunately all sorts of bad practice as well. <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7312 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Monaflex_Generic_4-copy-300x226.jpg\" alt=\"OTR Tyre Repair Training\" width=\"300\" height=\"226\" \/><\/p><p>Optimising your operation by following best practice is hugely important so that you can ensure every repaired OTR tyre is safe and provides maximum value.\u00a0<\/p><p>So what will make your OTR tyre repairs stronger and better than the rest? Our expert team share some of the highlights from their best practice tips&#8230;<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4>Training is everything<\/h4><p>All technicians need adequate training in all aspects of the tyre itself as well as the repair process. Do all team members understand the following?<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/tyre-repair-safety-considerations-disclaimer\/\">Safe working procedures and risk assessment<\/a> &#8211; crictically important considering the weight and size of OTR tyres<\/li><li>Assessing tyre repair viability<\/li><li>The function and nature of different tyres<\/li><li>Relevant naming conventions and terminology<\/li><li>Tyre construction<\/li><li>Correct tool and equipment use and maintenance<\/li><li>Correct repair procedures<\/li><li>The importance of a clean working environment and how to achieve it<\/li><li>Record keeping, trend tracking and reporting.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4>Inspect every injury thoroughly<\/h4><p>A comprehensive inspection process assessing the injury\u2019s size and its location in the tyre is vital:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Is repairing the injury legal and safe? Knowledge of, and consultation with, relevant manufacturer, company and legislative guidelines must inform these decisions.<\/li><li>Is there an economic case for making the repair i.e. what is the general tyre condition? How much tread is remaining?<\/li><li>Is there more than one injury\/ less obvious damage to consider?<\/li><li>How far below the surface does the injury extend?<\/li><li>Carefully record all relevant details.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4>Carefully assess the repair<\/h4><p>Consider the following:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>What tools are required?<\/li><li>What are the HAZMAT requirements and safety considerations?<\/li><li>How can you remove the structural damage?<\/li><li>What is the correct skive angle and buff texture?<\/li><li>What is the maximum recommended injury size and the right patch? Always consult patch manufacturer application charts and guidelines.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4>Create a clean, ordered environment<\/h4><p>Reducing contamination and creating a safe, ordered environment is vital:<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Ideally the workshop will be dedicated to repairs so you have control over the conditions.<\/li><li>Have different physical zones for initial injury preparation and the fill and cure stage.<\/li><li>Ventilate adequately.<\/li><li>Keep the workshop clean via diligent housekeeping.<\/li><li>Tyres awaiting repair should be kept covered to reduce dust and water contamination.<\/li><li>Don&#8217;t barrel stack tyres awaiting repair &#8211; the beads may collapse and cause problems with accessing the liners.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h4>\u00a0<\/h4><h4>Use quality supplies<\/h4><p>Only use quality products \u2013 from tools to rubber, patches and vulcanizing equipment. Quality matters!<\/p><h4>Understand your vulcanising system<\/h4><p>Get to know your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/otr-tyre-repair-system\/\">OTR tyre <\/a>vulcanising system.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-7930 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2ae61518-3387-d274-7b84-d730d333661d-300x257.png\" alt=\"Achieve the best OTR tyre repairs with the Monaflex system\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2ae61518-3387-d274-7b84-d730d333661d-300x257.png 300w, https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/2ae61518-3387-d274-7b84-d730d333661d.png 488w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Get the right training &#8211; Monaflex can provide bespoke OTR tyre repairs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/training-and-support\/training-academy\/\">training for your team<\/a> and also offers a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Monaflex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video tutorials<\/a> e <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/contato\/\">best practice usage guides<\/a>.<\/li><li>Consult application charts to ensure you have the correct components for the job.<\/li><li>Care for your system. Correct and timely maintenance will ensure you get the best results every time.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4>Conduct a final inspection<\/h4><p>This stage is as important as the initial inspection.<\/p><ul><li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><ul><li>Did the technician find and repair all damage?<\/li><li>What does the repair look like? Are there signs of under cure, bubbles or separation?<\/li><li>Record the shore hardness.<\/li><li>Is the crown profile faithful to the original tread design?<\/li><li>Should the repaired tyre be down-graded usage wise?\u00a0<\/li><li>Record and report all relevant data.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>We&#8217;re on hand to help you optimise your operations and achieve the best OTR tyre repairs, please <a href=\"mailto:info@monaflex.com\">Entre em contato<\/a> to chat with our team of tyre industry experts.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Just some of the resources available for Monaflex customers:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong>The Monaflex Best Practice Guide: Getting the most out of your Monaflex system. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/contato\/\">Entre em contato<\/a> for a copy.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>O <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monaflex.com\/pt\/training-and-support\/training-academy\/\">Monaflex Training Programme<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Ongoing and unlimited one to one guidance and support from the Monaflex technical team. Choose <a href=\"mailto:info@monaflex.com\">email<\/a>, phone, Zoom or whatever is convenient for you.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c94c60c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c94c60c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2e9ca0e\" data-id=\"2e9ca0e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1ce3a2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f1ce3a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1937577583-e1693489686238.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-8397\" alt=\"Stronger tyre repairs using the Monaflex Tyre Repair System with dual cure tyre repair patches\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1937577583-e1693489686238.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1937577583-e1693489686238-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mvsltd.b-cdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/shutterstock_1937577583-e1693489686238-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Achieving the best OTR tyre repairs What is the secret to achieving the best OTR tyre repairs? Over the (many) years we&#8217;ve been in the tyre repair industry we have seen it all&#8230;good repairs, great repairs and unfortunately all sorts of bad practice as well. 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