VMI launches a new TBM - The VMI MAXX

VMI has designed and built a completely new tire building machine that looks and operates quite different from the previous TBM’s - the world famous VMI 248 and 348.

The new TBM is a 2-drum machine for radial car tires that works according to the single stage building process. It combines a high level of flexibility with a substantial higher output and a better green tire quality. This new TBM builds tires in various sizes from 13” up to 24” rim size and it is named the VMI MAXX.

What is new about the MAXX?

The tire building process of the MAXX is fully automatic and a robot unloads the green tires from the machine.

The first thing that strikes one is the new corporate VMI design, that gives the machine a completely new look, but this design allowed at the same time for the integration of all the safeties in the base construction of the machine.

Then, contrary to the traditional VMI TBM’s, both building drums are moving on a transfer track, while the transfer device is in a fixed position. Also the designs of the belt and tread servicers are completely new, providing superior component application.

To improve up-time and flexibility, the servicers have been equipped with dual let-offs for quick material change. Laser measuring devices and digital cameras automatically control the quality of the green tires.

The VMI MAXX has passed the test

Recently the in-house testing of the VMI MAXX was successfully completed, and has since been demonstrated to several customers.
At the end of 2008 the first VMI MAXX will be put into a regular production environment.
The MAXX is available in two versions – the standard 20” version and a 24” version.

For further information contact: sales [at] vmi-group [dot] com or call: Mr. Harm Voortman +31 578 679 111