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Unmatched versatility: Nokian Tyres developed a new wheel loader tire offering excellent all-terrain grip
2024-05-30 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Loader work involves a multitude of tasks performed under diverse conditions. Choosing the right tires can greatly enhance productivity by offering tailored support for the task at hand. Until now, a lug patterned traction tire used to be the only option when working on soft and sticky soil.

The new Nokian Tyres Ground King Loader utilizes the Hybrilug™ technology, which effectively combines the best features of traditional block and lug tread pattern.

“The Hybrilug blocks provide stability, even wear and smooth driving”, says Kimmo Kekki, Product Manager at Nokian Tyres. “But the tire also has lugs to enhance grip in mud and loose terrain, ensuring confidence in various conditions.”

 

Ideal applications for the new wheel loader tire

One example of the works that benefit from the new Nokian Tyres Ground King Loader tire is loading of gravel, compost and dirt, as the tire tackles heavy loads effortlessly, providing stability and traction on gravel roads and construction sites.

It is also well-suited for material handling on farms, from crop handling to loading silage, as its versatility adapts to the ever-changing demands of agricultural work.

 

Efficient loader work, fast road transits

Wheel loaders keep materials moving, farms operating and roads clean – year-round, regardless of the weather. Accurate, safe and confident working is ensured by the strong radial carcass with tough shoulders, enabling stability, comfort and wide contact area.

“Nokian Tyres Ground King Loader is engineered for a wide range of soil types, from hard-packed surfaces to soft, loamy ground”, says Kekki. “On wet fields or loose dirt, it delivers exceptional traction, and on road transits it gives you fast, comfortable ride.”

Another key feature for maneuvering the loader safely and efficiently in tight spaces is precise and predictable handling.

 

Availability

Nokian Tyres Ground King Loader is now available for order in size 20.5R25, which makes it a drop-in replacement for many wheel loaders. This enables as many users as possible to extend their loader capabilities. Visit our website at www.nokiantyres.com/heavy for more information and to locate a dealer near you.

 

The world premiere at Svenska Maskinmässan

Nokian Tyres Ground King Loader makes its first appearance in Sweden, at Svenska Maskinmässan trade fair held in Solvalla, Stockholm. See it yourself at Nokian Tyres booth, S:55 on May 30–June 1. See you at Maskinmässan!

 

More information: 

Kimmo Kekki, Product Manager, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd 
kimmo.kekki@nokiantyres.com, tel. +358 10 401 7254 

 

Marketing, Nokian Heavy Tyres  
marketing.heavy@nokiantyres.com

 

 

More details and photos:

Photos and press materials: www.nokiantyres.com/prgroundkingloader
Product page: www.nokiantyres.com/groundkingloader
Company site: www.nokiantyres.com/heavy

Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd. completes change negotiations in Nokia factory, Finland
2024-05-29 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Nokian Tyres plc Press Release May 29, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. EEST

Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd. has completed the change negotiations which commenced on May 27, 2024, and concerned the Nokia factory employees of Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd. As a result of the negotiations all Nokia factory employees of Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd., altogether some 160 people can be temporary laid off for a maximum period of 90 days per person. The layoffs will be implemented during the end of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. The completed change negotiations do not concern the employees of the Nokia factory's passenger car tire production.

The target of the negotiations, which were initiated due to productional and financial reasons, was to adapt production to the current market and demand situation.

More information: Manu Salmi, Managing Director, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd., tel. +358 50 364 8692 on Wednesday May 29, 2024, at 12.30-13.00 p.m. EEST

media@nokiantyres.com

 

 

 

The launch team for the new Nokian Tyres Romania factory will be ready for challenges and success
2024-05-29 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Nokian Tyres is building the world’s first zero CO2 emission tire factory in Oradea, Romania, and it will be a crucial part of Nokian Tyres’ business when it's up and running. However, even when completed, the buildings and machines alone cannot make tires - that takes people.

Also a prerequisite for starting up production successfully is good orientation to our company's business, products, and ways of working. Since March, the carefully chosen 60-members-strong Nokian Tyres Romania launch team has been spending time in Finland at the Nokian Tyres Nokia factory with an aim to learn from some of the best tire professionals in the industry how to produce premium Nokian Tyres tires.

How has their time in Finland been, and most importantly, are they ready for the next part of their journey? Five new Nokian Tyres team members from Romania, Alexandra Minz, Anca Moldovan, Cezar Orbulescu, Tamas Szabo and Liviu Bunta share their thoughts on Nokian Tyres, professional growth and great opportunities.

“Everything is new and interesting”

Alexandra and Anca will both work as Shift Quality Technicians in Oradea. Neither of them has previous experience of the tire industry and are very excited about the future at Nokian Tyres.

- Everything is new and interesting. I'm honestly proud to be here, says Alexandra.

- We have been very well received. Everyone is nice and helpful, Anca adds.

When asked what made them apply for Nokian Tyres, both agree that it was an opportunity they couldn’t miss. Alexandra also adds that she was curious about the new company and the possibilities it offers:

- I like to try new things and I heard about Nokian Tyres in Romania. I know this is a professional company that will support my ambitions.

A challenge and an opportunity

Cezar is training to be a Production Planning Supervisor for the new factory. He has experience in planning although he is also a newcomer to the tire industry. Cezar says he learns something new and interesting daily, and every day brings new challenges.

- But every challenge I have managed to deal with successfully, Cezar says.

And in this lies the reasons he wanted to join Nokian Tyres in the first place:

- I could say the cliché, that this is a big and nice company. Everybody knows that, right? Instead, I'll say something else. For me, working in the Oradea factory launch team is a challenge and an opportunity. Those are my main reasons: challenge and opportunity.

Making trainers proud

Two future TBM Adjusters Tamas and Liviu have also grabbed the opportunity to work with a new industry at Nokian Tyres in Romania.

- I chose Nokian Tyres because I wanted to learn something new. I think I will be able to do great things in the company, says Liviu.

- For me, this is an opportunity I couldn't refuse. I am a student of mechatronics engineering, and while it's a challenge to start building something from the bottom, I am really excited about being part of the launch team. I look forward to accepting the challenge and starting my journey, Tamas agrees.

Both Tamas or Liviu enjoy the fast-paced training:

- The quantity of information has been very large from the very first day we started. We keep up with our trainers and hope to make good progress. We want to make our trainers proud at the end of this journey in Finland, says Tamas.

Ready with confidence

The construction work of the Oradea factory is progressing well, and the factory is on schedule to produce the first tires for commercial use in 2025. The launch team is happy to have the continuous support of the Finnish team who will also join them at Oradea. But how do they feel about the next part of the journey in Romania: will they be ready?

- With these teachers? Sure, says Anca without hesitation.

Liviu agrees:

- With people like our trainer coming with us? Yeah, we will be ready.

- Yeah, I'm sure we will have all the support from the people who are coming with us. I think I have said a couple of times before that I would never be ready. But I will be ready, Alexandra says with a laugh.

Cezar is also feeling good about the start of a new journey:

- Do I think I will be ready after the training? I do. Yes. You cannot go further if you're not confident.

- Yeah, I'm excited to go back home and to face new challenges. We will do and learn everything we can here so that we will be ready, Tamas concludes.

Nokian Tyres is showcasing its wide range of forestry tires in KWF Tagung, Schwarzenborn in June 19.–22.2024
2024-05-23 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

In forests, the danger may come in the form of sharp rocks and tree stumps. It may be the deep slopes that demand some extra grip from your tires. For that, we have the trusted family of Nokian Tyres Forest King tires. They all have great shielding against puncture damage. They all offer excellent traction to keep your vehicle moving safely, eco-friendly and steadily on uneven surfaces.

For light or medium-weight forestry tractors, Nokian Tyres TR Forest 2 is a reliable traction tire that offers great grip and stability. Whereas Nokian Tyres Tractor King is an innovative tractor tire for the strongest tractors and demanding terrains in forestry, earthmoving and road construction.

When in need of cost-efficient and reliable tires for most forestry work, Nokian Tyres Nordman Forest TRS L-2 tires might well be the best bang for one’s buck. With their excellent cut and puncture resistance, high load-bearing capacity and good wear resistance, they are ideal replacement tires for used forestry equipment.

Future of forestry work on display

The harm that harvesting and forwarding does to soil is lessening day by day, thanks to advancing technology. On Nokian Tyres stand you can get to know the tire concept that should solve many of the future challenges in forestry work.

“In the past years, we have been investing heavily in product development. Now it is truly a pleasure to show its results,” says Andre Kuhn, Sales Manager at Nokian Tyres.

“Safety, efficiency – and especially soil protection are the key words of future forestry work,” adds Kuhn. “These concept tires will truly float on soil, leaving the forest ground unharmed.”

 

Nokian Heavy Tyres – Made and designed in Finland

All our tires are the result of Finnish innovation, research, and product development. All our heavy tires, retreads and wheels are designed and manufactured at our plants in Finland. They represent the finest quality of engineering and craftsmanship that we are proud to exhibit.

We welcome you to meet our experts at KWF Tagung Schwarzenborn, on stand F1-595!

 

Tickets: https://kwf-tagung.net/kartenvorverkauf/#Tickets

 

 

More information:  

Andre Kuhn,

Sales Manager, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd  
andre.kuhn@nokiantyres.com
tel. +49 175 930 4157

Teemu Vainionpää,
Product Manager, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd.
Teemu.vainionpää@nokiantyres.com
Tel. +358 10 401 7175

Marketing, Nokian Heavy Tyres   
marketing.heavy@nokiantyres.com  

 

More information and photos:

Photos and press materials: www.nokiantyres.com/kwf

Forestry products: www.nokiantyres.com/forestry

Company site: www.nokiantyres.com/heavy

Elisa Erkkilä appointed as Nokian Tyres’ General Counsel and a member of the Group Management Team
2024-05-22 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Nokian Tyres plc Press Release May 22, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. EEST

Elisa Erkkilä (LL.M,) has been appointed General Counsel and a member of the Nokian Tyres’ Group Management Team as of June 1, 2024. She will be acting also as a secretary to the Board of Directors. Elisa joins the company from Fondia Plc where she currently works as Senior Legal Counsel and Group Compliance Officer. In Nokian Tyres Elisa will report to President and CEO Jukka Moisio.

Elisa has a broad experience in working in leading legal, compliance and risk management functions in international listed companies such as Musti Group Plc, Neles Corporation and Metso Corporation.

Elisa Erkkilä’s photo and CV are available at https://www.nokiantyres.com/company/investors/corporate-governance/the-groups-management-team/

Further information:

Päivi Antola, SVP, Communications, Investor Relations and Brand, tel: +358 10 401 7327
media@nokiantyres.com

Nokian Tyres develops and manufactures premium tires for people who value safety, sustainability and predictability. Inspired by our Scandinavian heritage, we craft innovative products for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery that give you peace of mind in all driving conditions. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. In 2023, our net sales totaled EUR 1,174 million. At the end of 2023 we employed over 3,400 professionals. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information: www.nokiantyres.com

Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd. commences change negotiations in Nokia factory, Finland
2024-05-21 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Nokian Tyres plc Press Release May 21, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. EEST

Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd. commences change negotiations to adapt production to the market and demand situation. The change negotiations concern the Nokia factory employees of Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd., altogether some 160 people.

The possible adjustment measures considered by the company could be layoffs of Heavy Tyres factory employees and shortening of their daily and weekly working time. The adjustment measures are preliminary planned to be implemented as temporary layoffs due to productional and financial reasons for a maximum period of 90 days per employee. The measures are planned to be implemented during the rest of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. The negotiations will last for two weeks.

More information: Manu Salmi, Managing Director, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd., tel. +358 50 364 8692 on Tuesday May 21, 2024 at 12:00–12:30 p.m. EEST

media@nokiantyres.com

Nokian Tyres develops and manufactures premium tires for people who value safety, sustainability and predictability. Inspired by our Scandinavian heritage, we craft innovative products for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery that give you peace of mind in all driving conditions. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. In 2023, our net sales totaled EUR 1,174 million. At the end of 2023 we employed over 3,400 professionals. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information: www.nokiantyres.com

Nokian Tyres: Disclosure under chapter 9, section 10 of the securities market act
2024-05-07 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

Nokian Tyres plc Stock Exchange Release May 7, 2024, at 3:15 p.m.

Nokian Tyres has received an announcement from Société Générale SA (SG SA) on May 6, 2024, in accordance with the Finnish Securities Market Act Chapter 9, Section 5. According to the announcement, Société Générale SA’s holding through financial instruments and total holding in Nokian Tyres shares and voting rights fell below the level of 5% of the share capital in Nokian Tyres plc, as a result of share transactions concluded on May 2, 2024.

The holding through financial instruments of Société Générale SA (SG SA) in Nokian Tyres amounted to 5,347,429 shares, corresponding to 3.85% of Nokian Tyres’ shares and voting rights and total holding amounted to 5,413,686 shares, corresponding to 3.90% of Nokian Tyres’ shares and voting rights.

Total positions of person(s) subject to the notification obligation:

	% of shares and voting rights (total of A)	% of shares and voting rights through financial instruments (total of B)	Total of both in % (A+B)	Total number of shares and voting rights of issuer
Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached	0.05%	3.85%	3.90%	138,921,750
Position of previous notification	0.00%	6.11%	6.11%

 

Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reached:

A: Shares and voting rights:

Class/type of shares ISIN code	Number of shares and voting rights		% of shares and voting rights
	Direct (SMA 9:5)	Indirect  (SMA 9:6 and 9:7)	Direct (SMA 9:5)	Indirect  (SMA 9:6 and 9:7)
FI0009005318 Ordinary shares	66,257		0.05%
Subtotal A	66,257		0.05%

 

B: Financial instruments according to SMA 9:6a:

Type of financial instrument	Expiration date	Exercise/ Conversion Period	Physical or cash settlement	Number of shares and voting rights	% of shares and voting rights
Listed Call Warrant on Basket	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	312,922	0.23%
OTC Call Option on Basket	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	319,602	0.23%
OTC Call Option	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	1,430,000	1.03%
OTC Put Option	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	910,230	0.65%
Listed Call Warrant	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	1,427,450	1.03%
Listed Put Warrant	03/01/2033	Until 03/01/2033	Cash	910,230	0.65%
Contract for differents	N/A	N/A	Cash	36,995	0.03%
			Subtotal B	5,347,429	3.85%

 

Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entity:

 

Name	% of shares and voting rights	% of shares and voting rights through financial instruments	Total of both, %
Société Générale S.A.	0.05%	1.93%	1.98%
Société Générale Effekten Gmbh	0.00%	1.92%	1.92%

 

Further information:
Päivi Antola
SVP, Communications, Investor Relations and Brand
Tel. +358 10 401 7327, IR@nokiantyres.com

 

Nokian Tyres develops and manufactures premium tires for people who value safety, sustainability and predictability. Inspired by our Scandinavian heritage, we craft innovative products for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery that give you peace of mind in all driving conditions. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. In 2023, our net sales totaled EUR 1,174 million. At the end of 2023 we employed over 3,400 professionals. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information: www.nokiantyres.com

More than a metal ring – how to match heavy-duty wheels to your tires?
2024-05-07 03:00 info@nokiantyres.com (Nokian Tyres Plc)

When purchasing tires, the wheels may appear to be a necessary inconvenience. However, the characteristics of the heavy-duty wheel play a significant role in ensuring the complete package functions correctly. Various factors determine the suitable use for a wheel.

Tree stumps, high speeds, and heavy loads – wheels have tough requirements. While many tires may be purchased over the life of a machine, wheels are typically only purchased once and are expected to last at least as long as the machines. It is unacceptable for a wheel to fail.

 

Choose the right wheel

 

 

What to consider in order to get the best out of your heavy-duty tire and wheel package?

Traction

For instance, agricultural and forestry tires may have wheels with the same profile, but their traction requirements are very different. When dealing with lighter loads, the contact surface between the tire and the wheel does not need to be knurled. If less friction is required, the bead area can be completely smooth. Knurling is also not necessary when a tire is located on a non-driving axle (such as on trailers).

To prevent tire slippage, knurling is added to the wheel when loads and torques are high.  This also allows for the use of varying pressures without compromising grip. Remember, pressure affects traction, so where there is less pressure, more grip is required from the knurling.

 

Wheel profile

Profile design matters. The shape of the wheel is defined by different standards within a certain scale. Profile design affects the ease of installing the tire on the wheel and ensures it functions correctly without any issues. Using the correct wheel makes installation easier and ensures that the tire lasts and works properly.

 

Durability of heavy-duty wheels

Wheels often need to withstand heavy loads and external impacts. Therefore, the rim must be very sturdy in many situations. When the complete wheel package must perform in the most unforgiving environments, advanced reinforcements can be added to the wheel. Our Tube-Edge reinforcement, for example, is a tubular rim reinforcement that seamlessly integrates with the wheel, adding rigidity and longevity.

 

 

How to match heavy-duty wheels to your work?

Wheel size varies depending on their intended use. They can range from the size of those found in passenger cars to as large as 54 inches.

Requirements also differ across various areas:

• In agriculture, the wheels do not carry heavy loads, so they do not need additional reinforcement as they do in forestry. However, sufficient durability and rigidity are required, and the wheel should be uniform and as round as possible to prevent the tractor from bouncing during high-speed road transits.
  
  
• In forestry, the speeds are lower, but supreme grip and durability are required. Knurling is essential to reduce the risk of the tire slippage on the wheel, which can make it impossible to move forward and often causes punctures. Reinforcements are required for bumps and heavy loads.
  
  
• In earthmoving, both stability and durability are crucial. Wheeled excavators must be able to withstand rocky construction sites and heavy loads, as well as high-speed road transits between sites. Yet, durability and load-bearing capacity are top priorities.

 

 

In conclusion

The way I see it, heavy-duty wheels and tires should not be considered separately but rather as a combination of perfectly matched properties. No one is satisfied if the wheel does not function properly, and premium tires fall apart.

Ideally, wheels are designed for tires, and tires are designed for wheels. The proper support brings out the best in both your tires and your machinery.

 

 

Writer

 

Matias Salonen

Product Manager

 

 

Questions about heavy-duty wheels?

Contact us or read more at www.nokiantyres.com/heavy/wheels/

Find your nearest dealer:  www.nokiantyres.com/heavy/where-to-buy/