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Posted on October 20, 2016

Michelin Tweel Technologies Previews New Caster at GIE

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GREENVILLE, S.C., Oct. 19, 2016 — At the 2016 Green Industry and Equipment Expo (GIE) today, Michelin Tweel Technologies previewed its newest extension of the X® TWEEL® line, the MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® TURF Caster for select zero-turn commercial mowers.

The first-of-its-kind airless radial caster tire-wheel assembly replaces the standard 13X6.5X6 front caster tire and wheel on zero-turn mowers. The MICHELIN X TWEEL TURF eliminates downtime from punctures and is maintenance free. The MICHELIN X TWEEL TURF Caster is expected to be commercially available in early 2017.

This new version of the MICHELIN X TWEEL TURF is designed for landscape professionals who deal with expensive and inconvenient downtime associated with flat tires on commercial mowers.

Michelin Tweel Technologies introduced the MICHELIN X TWEEL TURF 24X12N12 at GIE in 2014 in partnership with John Deere. “The X TWEEL TURF has been a tremendous success, offering customers unique benefits exclusively available with this innovative technology,” said Jack Olney, director of sales for Michelin Tweel Technologies. “Extending the line with the new caster product is a direct response to customer demands for TWEEL® performance in front and rear positions on the zero-turn mower.”

Because the X TWEEL TURF caster has no air, it cannot go flat and it eliminates the need to maintain air pressure. The TWEEL caster is constructed with high-strength poly-resin spokes that carry the load and create suspension-like characteristics for the front of the mower. This structure absorbs impact and reduces bounce for improved operator comfort while also maintaining a consistent height for a uniform cut. The caster’s durable, poly-resin tread also provides long wear life.

Attendees of the GIE + Expo 2016 in Louisville this week can visit booth #2036 (B Wing of the Kentucky Expo Center) for a an exclusive “sneak peek” at the MICHELIN X TWEEL TURF caster, as well as its larger siblings in the expanding TWEEL® line, the MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® TURF 24X12N12 and the MICHELIN® X® TWEEL® SSL, now available in two sizes for skid steer machines. To learn more about MICHELIN X TWEEL Airless Radial Tires, visit www.michelintweel.com.

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Michelin, the leading mobility company, is working with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing its clients’ mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for its customers’ needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing its expertise to new markets, the company is investing in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide variety of industries — from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 22,500 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada. (michelinman.com