Rubber tracks are a very important part of your piece of equipment. Whether you are running an Excavator, Compact Track Loader, Skid Steer Loader, Walk Behind Track Equipment or a Track Dump truck you need to make sure you have the finest quality tracks to keep you machine producing. When purchasing Rubber Tracks, there are many features to look at. The first thing you need to ask yourself, is what do I want? Price? Quality? Customer Service? Quick Shipping?
Quality
- Rubber Compound
It is very important to make sure the rubber compound is 100% virgin rubber. Tracks can made cheaper by using recycled rubber. Any recycled rubber content will result in early track failure. It is important that the tracks are fully cured with the new "state of the art" computer controlled vulcanizing press. This is one of the most time consuming and high cost processes to ensure the rubber on the tracks cure properly. Some manufactures make tracks cheaper by decreasing the time spent in the curing process.
- CSC Continuous Steel Core
"CSC" Continuous Steel Core technology eliminates the need for joints inside the tracks. It is done by helically winding steel cords inside the track to make it one piece. This also keeps the tracks from stretching and derailing. By eliminating the jointing you eliminate 95% of aftermarket rubber track failure. Manufactures can make tracks with flat separate cables or with cable winding that are not helically wound. This will aways results in an inferior product.
- Forged Steel Links
Steel links run the width of the track, displacing the weight of your machine evenly across the track. Properly placed links can mean a smoother ride and the proper pitch for your machine.
- OEM Spec
Make sure the track is made to OEM spec. The spec is designed by engineers to suit specific weight and load requirements for your equipment, while enhancing their traction grip and extended wear life. Tread patterns are designed for increased traction, decreasing tearing, and even ground pressure. This is critical for the extended life of an aftermarket rubber track.
Customer Service!
Find a company with excellent customer service and that will guaranteed fitment to your machine. This is the last detail of having a fulfilling track purchase! Have someone that will pay attention to detail and is knowledgeable of your machine model. This will ensure you get the right track for your machine and reduce the time your machine is not making money. Have a company that will stay on top of your order until it is delivered to your facility.
Lets face it the longer your machine is down the moremoney it is costing you.
