Bandvulc Citymaster 2
Lesjöfors Hits the Gas with New Catalogue
Semperit Adds 70-series Truck Tyres

Bandvulc Citymaster 2

Bandvulc Tyres, one of Europe's leading manufacturers of retreaded truck tyres, has announced the nation-wide launch of a new tyre specifically produced to meet the needs of bus fleets.

The robust Citymaster2 (275/70R22.5) has significantly evolved from its predecessor and now carries an improved tread design aimed at overcoming the problems associated with foreign object penetration; as well as incorporating extra undertread and a double kerbing band to eliminate scrub damage and significantly reduce downtime. Offering excellent value for money, the Citymaster2 will be available across Europe through a select network of distributors with casings brought back to one central location - Bandvulc's headquarters in Ivybridge, Devon.

Lesjöfors Hits the Gas with New Catalogue

Lesjöfors, one of Europe's largest manufacturers of springs and producer of the world's largest range of chassis springs, has launched its largest ever gas spring catalogue.

The gas springs sector has experienced strong growth in recent years, due in part to their increased use on vehicle bonnets and, enhanced awareness of availability though the aftermarket. Lesjöfors new 2005 gas springs catalogue features a total of 800 references, 230 of which are new. The new additions cement the company's position as a leading supplier of gas springs to the UK aftermarket, offering exceptional availability with vehicle parc coverage of 98 percent.

The company supplies a complete springs package to the aftermarket offering coil, leaf, sport and gas springs.

Semperit Adds 70-series Truck Tyres

Semperit has launched a new 70 series truck tyre, designed as a front-axle fitment for heavy trucks, and as an all-wheel fitment for buses. The 70-series products are an extension of the recently-introduced Semperit M350 Euro-Front 80-series range, already recognised as offering many benefits in both safety and economy in response to the demands of fleet operators and drivers.

The increased driving safety has been achieved by developing a superior rubber compound for the M350 Euro-Front. The enhanced flexibility of the rubber maximises grip in wet weather, aided by the design of the tread, which also improves wet braking behaviour. Low and even wear is achieved through extra-wide tread patterns, ensuring even ground pressure distribution, and an improved belt design. Combined with low rolling resistance, these properties provide higher mileage performance and longer life expectancy of the tyres, offering substantially improved overall economy.

Ownership costs can be further reduced by ensuring that the high quality and value of the casings are preserved for retreading. To encourage this, a newly-designed groove has been incorporated into the tread pattern of the M350 Euro-Front, which ejects stones that could otherwise cause damage to the casing.

Jill Rodgers, Marketing Manager, Continental Truck Tyres in the UK said, "The 70-series front-axle tyre is of significant importance to the transport industry because it's the market sector enjoying the largest growth. With their additional safety benefits and focus on economy, we're sure that our Semperit 70-series products will become firm favourites with fleet operators."