Sets of helping arms for tyre changers

Is an auxiliary arm on a tire changer a worthwhile investment, or just an unnecessary gadget your customers can do without?

The role of such an attachment is to support your customers when working with challenging tires, like run-flats or low-profile tires. They likely know that working with these tires requires considerable effort, especially when it comes to demounting them from the rim. The increasing size of tires on the market also doesn't make the job easier. And while just a few years ago, run-flat or low-profile tires were primarily reserved for higher-end vehicles, today, they're found on tires for practically all market segments.

Types of Auxiliary Arms for Tire Changers

In this category, your customers will find attachments for tire changers dedicated to specific models, as well as manual auxiliary arms that fit any tire changer. The latter are universal arms with a roller, constructed as follows: an arm/handle, a roller that helps slide the tire off the rim, and an eyelet with two washers. This solution mounts in place of the standard mounting head and fits virtually any tire changing machine.

Meanwhile, an automatic tire changer attachment typically consists of the following elements:

• A plate
• A "foot"
• A pressure roller (depending on the model, there might be up to two rollers)

Another type of auxiliary arm for tire changers is the Leverless. This solution effectively eliminates the need for tire levers when working with tires. Your customers simply mount this thing  to their tire changer in place of the old mounting head. However, remind them to connect this device to an external air supply; without it, they won't be able to work effectively with the attachment.

Speaking of tire changer attachments, it's worth mentioning tire lift systems for tire changing machines. In an era where car wheel sizes are constantly growing, it's wise to consider such a solution. Wheels and tires are getting heavier, so during peak season, your customers might quickly feel the strain in their backs from constantly lifting them.

Why use a helper arm for tyre changes? 

Before we answer the question from the title, consider this: Can your customers remove a run-flat or low-profile tire without an auxiliary arm? Generally, yes, they can!

The only question remains: why do it? Why struggle and waste time when they can simply install an auxiliary arm on their tire changer and enjoy significantly easier work with "difficult" tires? Remember, working with these types of tires isn't just a time drain; it also carries a real risk of damaging the tire or rim! And then they'll have to worry about complaints or a damaged reputation among their customers! And surely, they want to be perceived as professionals by their clients, right?

And another point: a tire changer attachment will significantly speed up their work. As we established above, they can probably remove a run-flat tire from the rim, but an auxiliary arm for the tire changer will allow them to do it much faster. And during tire change season, this is incredibly important – every minute is precious! The faster they work, the more cars they can service. Of course, tire changes aren't a race; quality is key. But if there are tasks they can speed up without compromising the quality of their services, then it's generally worth investing in such a solution for tire changers.

Help your customers boost their efficiency and protect their investments. Offer them these essential auxiliary arms for tire changers and demonstrate how they can streamline their daily operations