Michelin's line of Earthmover tires has
scooped up two 2011 "Top 100" Awards from
Construction Equipment magazine for its
XDR2 and XHA2 offerings. The two tires are
highlighted in the publication's December
issue.
“Construction Equipment is a well-
respected, top publication in the
construction industry,” says Bruce
Besancon, director of marketing.
“Recognizing the XDR2 and XHA2 tires with
these awards affirms the value that these
tires provide to the end-user.”
He goes on to report that “the awards bring
special attention to the most significant
products each year and emphasize
innovations,” featuring manufacturers that
maintain a pattern of investing in research
and development.
The winners were chosen by the editorial
staff from several hundred product
introductions, drawing on input from
readers and the publication’s experience
with equipment technology and the equipment
marketplace.
The XDR2 haul truck tire offers up to 20
percent more tread life than its
predecessor, the XDR tire, according to
Besancon. Introduced at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in
March, the XDR2 is available in size 27R49
size. Additional sizes will be available in
2012.
The XHA2 loader tire is designed to
accomplish three goals; reduce hourly
operating costs, ensure that work continues
smoothly and safely and improve operator
working conditions, he continues. It is
intended for loaders in quarries, cement
plants and on construction worksites, with
availability in 20.5R25, 23.5R25, 26.5R25
and 29.5R25 sizes.
For more information, visit www.michelinearthmove.com.
