Michelin rolls out TreadEye across US network

Michelin recently completed the full deployment of TreadEye, a proprietary technology developed to enhance the retread process and deliver measurable value to fleets. After a period of phased implementation, TreadEye is now available across the Michelin Retread Technologies franchise network in the United States, the tire manufacturer reported.

TreadEye is a tread-depth assessment tool that helps fleets maximize their tire investment—because every 32nd of an inch counts. The system “accurately and consistently” collects 1,200 measurement points, providing precise insights into tread wear and casing condition, Michelin said.

“TreadEye is a game-changer for our retread operations and for the fleets we serve,” Nate Kirian, vice president of sales and distribution for Michelin North America’s commercial business lines for, said in a news release. “It’s a powerful example of how Michelin continues to innovate in ways that directly benefit our customers.”

Key benefits of TreadEye that improve a fleet’s bottom line include:

• Identification of pull points by fleet location
• Maximization of rubber on the road by avoiding early pulls
• Help with preventing casing damage and reducing DOT violations and downtime from late pulls
• Improved efficiency in the tire removal process