Michelin® Retread Technologies - Watch all 11 steps of our retreading process at STTC. More info at: https://www.sttc.com/tires/retread-ti... 1) Grazing Light Inspection A unique grazing light technique is used from shoulder to bead to detect subtle irregularities that might indicate potential problem areas. 2) Electronic Liner Inspection Powerful electronic currents pinpoint otherwise invisible defects. 3) X-Ray Inspectio Suspected steel damage, identified during grazing light inspection, is examined by fluoroscopic x-ray. This advanced x-ray system reveals the status of the steel belts and cables hidden within the casing. 4) Radial Buffing A computer-controlled radial buffing system is used to ensure optimal undertread depth. Precise buffing is critical to retread performance as a correct undertread contour promotes long, even treadware. 5) Casing Integrity Analyzer® (CIA) The MRT laser-light Casing Integrity Analyzer uses laser beams to map the inner contour of the casing, spotting any hidden separations. 6) Heat Cure Repairs Any necessary repairs are completed via heat curing, ensuring optimal adhesion and improved tear resistance. 7) Pre-Mold™ Builder Balance Improvement MRT Builder Balance Improvement is used to index tread and cushion joints, guaranteeing a better, smoother ride with less irregular wear. 8) Pre-Mold™ Cushion Extrusion & Tread Building Hot cushion gum is extruded onto the tire casing, creating a strong tread-to-casing bond. Our computer-controlled Tread Builder ensures correct tread positioning. 9) Enveloping Pre-Mold retreads are double-vacuum-enveloped, creating uniform mechanical pressure that promotes full integration of repairs. 10) Pre-Mold™ Curing Pre-Mold retreads are cured to Michelin protocols for time, temperature, and pressure. 11) Final Inspection No retread leaves the STTC plant without undergoing a comprehensive final inspection, ensuring that all finished retreads adhere to Michelin’s stringent quality standards. Follow us: Twitter: https://goo.gl/tAF2q2 Facebook: https://goo.gl/H45aSd LinkedIn: https://goo.gl/GFmBoQ Google +: https://goo.gl/Cg4Q5W