Methods of Tire Balancing There are five different methods available for tire balancing, with wheel weight balancing being the most widely recognized. In this technique, the tire is placed on a spin balancer, and the machine guides the technician...
The speed rating on tires serves as an indicator of the optimal speed range for a tire to perform efficiently. Disregarding the speed rating can result in hazardous consequences, including overheating, premature tire wear, belt separation,...
Fasteners are playing a vital role in everything from the humble coffee maker to cutting-edge spaceships. Yet, their true value is often overlooked. Did you know that over 200 billion fasteners are used annually in the United States alone? But the...
Every company has a responsibility to make sure it takes steps to reduce their ecological footprint and Counteract is no different. Over the years, we have taken pride in not only providing eco-friendly products, but also implementing...
It is a well-known fact that an unbalanced wheel assembly will lead to premature tire wear. One common example is river wear caused by the slope in the road and imbalanced wheel assemblies. This premature wear can reduce the tire life by up to...
Most commercial wheels today are hub piloted wheels. This means that the hub has centering pads that ensure that the wheel is centered on the hub. Most people assume it is the studs that keep the wheel centered, but the stud holes on the wheel need...
Contact us today with any questions you might have. We'd love to hear from you!
Receive helpful knowledge about Balancing Beads, answers to frequently asked questions, wheel maintenance tips and articles about the importance of keeping your tires and vehicle in the best shape possible to ensure high quality performance and safety.
Join in on our monthly giveaways of a
$100 Amazon Gift Card!
Visit teamcounteract.com for details.