Italian off-the road (OTR) tyre retread specialist Marangoni is enhancing Volánbusz Hungary’s retreading capabilities with the introduction of the new Ringer 2000 machine.
Marangoni says the new machine will provide Volánbusz with higher productivity and greater reliability for its retreading operations.
As a long-standing Marangoni customer, Volánbusz Hungary has successfully operated its retreading plant in Győr, midway between Budapest and Vienna. In the 1990s, the plant was equipped with a multifunctional machine, which was later upgraded to the Ringtreader 1000 model.
Volánbusz Hungary’s Ringer 2000 machine, part of the cutting-edge range of machinery for Marangoni’s Ringtread System, characterised by a modular approach and increased standardisation of components.
Leo Linkesch, area manager at Marangoni, commented: “The Ringer 2000 offers Volánbusz Hungary a host of advantages: compared to the RingTreader 1000 previously used, it provides a more balanced ring arrangement on the casing, thanks to its ten jaws instead of eight.”
Tamás Kovács, technical plant manager at Volánbusz, expressed his enthusiasm for this significant upgrade, stating, “The RingTreader 1000 served us well for over two decades, but it’s time to embrace modernity. With the new Ringer machine, we are stepping into a more sophisticated era of retreading. Our primary goal is to further increase the quantity and quality of our Ringtread tyres production, particularly to cater to our extensive bus fleet, as we are the largest public passenger transport company in Hungary, operating around 6,000 buses nationwide.”
Retreading is pivotal in Volánbusz Hungary’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. By investing in the Ringer machine and continuing to employ the Ringtread System, the company says it actively contributes to a greener future.
“Retreading is a sustainable business practice that allows us to recover tyres after their first life, ultimately saving energy and raw materials and significantly reducing waste, further reinforcing our commitment to delivering top-quality, sustainable, and efficient transportation solutions to passengers nationwide,” Kovács added.
To ensure the smooth transition and optimal performance of the new Ringer machine, representatives from Volánbusz Hungary visited Marangoni’s facilities in Rovereto and Ala, Italy. During the visit, they had the opportunity to witness the Ringer in action, presented by the technical service personnel. The delegation also took the chance to visit Marangoni’s own retreading plant in Rovereto.
