Tyre debris from commercial vehicles is a common and hazardous sight on UAE roads, posing risks to road users and contributing to accidents. Addressing this issue, PAC, in partnership with RoadSafetyUAE, has introduced the 11D in-tyre puncture prevention solution. Designed to tackle the challenges faced by commercial fleets, this cutting-edge product promises significant savings for operators while enhancing road safety.
Tyre punctures account for approximately 10% of the annual Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for vehicle operators. The 11D solution can reduce TCO by up to 20%, offering benefits such as up to a 50% reduction in tyre repair costs, an 80% decrease in vehicle downtime, and a 90% reduction in unplanned maintenance.
Tyre debris on UAE roads is not only a nuisance but also a significant road safety hazard. Debris can cause vehicle damage, abrupt lane changes, or distractions, leading to accidents. The 11D solution not only mitigates these risks but also supports commercial operators by lowering operational costs.
Thomas Edelmann, Founder and Managing Director of RoadSafetyUAE, emphasised the dual impact of the 11D solution, stating: “Tyre debris on the road can result in vehicle damage through direct hits, in abrupt manoeuvring or lane swerving in an attempt to avoid hitting tire debris, and distraction. We want to raise awareness among the commercial and industrial transportation segment about the value of this solution which will benefit the broader public by reducing the tire debris on our roads and at the same time benefitting the commercial vehicle operator by reducing the total cost of ownership and hence, benefitting their bottom line.”
The 11D sealant is applied during routine tyre maintenance and remains effective for the tyre’s lifetime, sealing up to 50 punctures of up to 20mm in size. As a water-based and biodegradable product, it aligns with sustainability goals while delivering robust performance.
Having been in use in Europe for over 35 years and installed in approximately 200,000 trucks, the 11D solution has demonstrated significant cost savings for fleet operators. Pierre-Olivier Chevalier, Co-Managing Director of PAC, explained: “Our in-tyre sealant 11D has been in the market in Europe for more than 35 years and is used by hundred of fleets and an estimated number of 200,000 trucks. The success story is explained easily, as vehicle operators quickly see the benefits of our product.
The 11D solution is particularly beneficial for sectors prone to tyre punctures, including garbage collection, mining, construction, and transportation. The product typically delivers TCO savings of 30% in garbage collection, 25-30% in mining and construction, and 10-15% in transportation. Additionally, the solution can be applied to military vehicles, emergency fleets, 4x4s, golf carts, and landscape maintenance equipment, making it versatile and adaptable.
“The application process is quick and easy, and it usually happens at the regular vehicle servicing, new tyre change or rotation The initial investment is off set rapidly, as we have seen ‘Total Cost of Ownership’ (TCO) savings of up to 20% in the best cases, and on average 15%,” added Chevalier. “In terms of tyre-change related cost we have seen savings of up to 30% in the best cases and on average 50%. In terms of down-time related cost we experienced savings of up to 90% in the best cases, and on average 80%.”
This in-tyre sealant solution not only offers fleet operators cost efficiency and operational reliability but also contributes to safer and cleaner roads, underscoring its potential as a game-changer in the commercial vehicle sector.
With recent successful stress tests in high-temperature environments, PAC is now expanding its footprint in the Middle East, beginning with the UAE. “We see the Middle East and in particular the UAE as the next step in our expansion. We recently and successfully made some specific Stress Climate tests in order to guarantee a maximum efficiency even in high temperature climate and we invite now interested vehicle operators to reach out to us to set up trial projects,” Chevalier concluded.
