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It’s imperative that your rubber tracks are in prime condition to operate at optimum capacity. Continuous machinery usage can lead to a decline in your tracks which can lead to track failure. Don’t run your track till it snaps or fail. This causes further machine issues like increased wear and damaged undercarriage. By being prepared and replacing your tracks when they are worn, you'll save downtime and money.

There is always a lot of talk about which tread patterns are the most effective in certain operating conditions and environments. Extensive research is done annually by manufacturers, resellers, and even owners. Their research methods ranges from highly customized scientific equipment all the way down to some good old fashioned YouTube videos of two machines playing tug of war to see who has the best traction. All of that scientific research has lead to many upgrades over the years in tread pattern design.

Typically a rubber track appears to black much like a skid steer tire or even a truck tire. There are always variations in the darkness, but this isn’t a technical document so we won’t get too deep into the exact color of a standard track. Suffice it to say, it’s usually black.

It's no secret that reducing wear on your machine's undercarriage will extend the life of your parts. So, let's look at some tips on what to do to keep that undercarriage in tip top shape.

There’s nothing quite like a new set of rubber tracks on your trusty machine. The improved grip, responsive handling, and good looks make the investment worth every penny. However, as great as it is to enjoy a new set of tracks, your bank account would appreciate keeping the current pair as long as possible. To that end, Rubbertrax has a few tips to help you get the most value out of your rubber tracks.

All of the solid tires, rubber tracks, and rubber pads from our brand, Summit Supply, are available in special order non-marking rubber compound. When it comes to ordering your products, think about what purpose it will serve. If using solid tires, rubber tracks, or rubber pads in an indoor application or on concrete, non-marking rubber may be a perfect fit.

Tires play a very important role in the efficiency of construction equipment. Construction time constraints can be very rigorous. When purchasing tires for your machine, a lot of options exist in the market. The question arises: foam filled, air filled, or solid tires? Here we explore the benefits of solid flat proof tires.

Used rubber tracks from Parts ASAP are acquired through customer returns, inventory sell-offs, overstock from competitors, and trade-ins. Because of the large footprint of Parts ASAP and our brands, our inventory of used rubber tracks is large and we have 500+ used tracks in stock at all times. If you are considering used rubber tracks, however, there's some important things to consider.

It’s essential that your rubber pads are in top condition to operate at peak performance. Continuous machinery usage can lead to a decline in your rubber pads. This causes further machine issues like increased wear and damaged undercarriage. By being prepared and replacing your rubber pads when they are worn, you'll save downtime and money. Here are some signs that you need to replace your rubber pads.

Scissor lift solid tires offer machines improved productivity and longevity. Parts ASAP carries solid tires for all major leading brands including JLG, Genie, Haulotte, Snorkel, Skyjack, and Upright among others. If you're considering replacement solid tires for your scissor lift, we've put together this simple guide to help.