Reduce Stubble Trouble with Michelin YIELDBIB™ Tires
Farmers of corn, soybeans, sunflowers, cotton, and similar crops are all familiar with the problems that stubble can create for their tires during harvesting. Although stubble damage happens most often during harvest, it can also occur when readying fields for discing or prepping for spring planting. This has been an ongoing challenge in the farming industry, and tire manufacturers have been seeking innovative ways to reduce the impact of stubble.
At last, new technology has provided a solution. Michelin’s “stubble shield” and lug design helps create tires that can withstand the rigors of harvesting—including the particular problems caused by stubble. By using ag tires made to combat stubble, you can extend the life of your tires and reduce costs associated with early tire replacement for agricultural equipment.
Stubble from certain crops can cause serious tire damage on tractors and other farm equipment. Damage can range from sidewall cuts and punctures to chipping and pecking. Stubble can become stuck in the tread of the tire and, as the tire rolls, work its way through the tire and causes a leak. Farm equipment tires must be made durable to survive the many cycles of working a commercial farm. This is where Michelin’s new technology, designed to reduce stubble-related tire issues, comes in.
The premier ag tire designed to withstand stubble is the Michelin YIELDBIB™ tire. The YIELDBIB™ has stubble shield protection due to its Ultraflex capability. Stubble-deflecting lugs and an anti-stubble belt in the YIELDBIB™ thread act as stubble resistance. The YIELDBIBs allow for better traction and less slippage, and the Ultraflex technology allows the tires to carry the same load with 40 percent less air pressure, reducing soil compaction, which increases the soil’s ability to absorb water and nutrients for your crops. In other words, not only will these tires last longer, they can also improve your harvest yield. The difference between the YIELDBIB™ and regular tires is amazing.
Tires on agricultural equipment can take a real beating, and stubble is the leading cause of ag equipment tire damage. The YIELDBIB™ tire with Ultraflex technology allows tires to withstand stubble better and keep your equipment moving. Bauer Built, a trusted provider of tires to the agriculture industry, is proud to offer Michelin YIELDBIB™, the most innovative tire for reducing the impact of stubble. We want to help keep your equipment moving.
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