Optimizing Tire and Rim Performance with TERRAGARD TC 800

The Challenge

Mining operations routinely experienced severe rim corrosion, pitting, and bead area oxidation, particularly under demanding field conditions. Frequent tire leaks and catastrophic blowouts resulted in increased downtime and frequent maintenance interventions. These failures disrupted production schedules, raised maintenance expenses, and posed substantial safety risks to technicians and operators. A more robust preventive maintenance solution became essential to ensure fleet availability, cost efficiency, and compliance with stringent safety and durability standards.

The Solution

To address the operational and economic impact of tire and rim failures, several protective options were evaluated before selecting TERRAGARD TC 800. The choice was driven by the product’s proven corrosion inhibition capabilities, excellent material compatibility, and safe, user-friendly application process. TERRAGARD TC 800 was introduced into the preventive maintenance routine using a portable applicator tank during tire installation, allowing precise dosing according to equipment specifications and site conditions.

According to a product representative, “TERRAGARD TC 800 provided an effective solution to our recurring rim corrosion and tire leakage issues, significantly improving our fleet reliability.”
The solution ensured a cleaner, corrosion-free internal tire environment, reduced bead-area failures, and maintained full compatibility with existing rubber, metal, and valve components without introducing additional operational hazards.

The Results

The implementation of TERRAGARD TC 800 delivered substantial improvements across key operational metrics. Rim and bead corrosion incidents dropped by more than 90%, while tire failure rates were reduced by up to 80%. Maintenance cost savings reached as high as 30%, attributed to fewer emergency repairs and longer component service life. Equipment downtime decreased by 70%, leading to increased fleet productivity and overall operational throughput.

The product’s non-hazardous properties improved workplace safety and environmental compliance, with no adverse effects reported during application or routine handling. Feedback from maintenance teams confirmed the practicality and operational benefits of the product, supporting its adoption as a standard preventive maintenance solution within the mining and heavy industrial sectors.