What to look for…
In a day and age where alloy wheels fitted with low profile tyres are fast becoming the norm, it is imperative that tyre fitting and balancing equipment is suited to the task required of it, both now and for future developments. The ability to remove a 205/45/17 run-flat tyre in complete confidence can define the true value of a tyre changer, and the facility to balance a wheel to zero first time, with weights hidden discreetly behind the spokes suggests the real capability of a wheel balancer. Above all, the most important criteria when choosing tyre equipment is to recognise that so-called ‘budget’ machines rarely provide good value, being limited in their capability and longevity. Investing in quality equipment will provide peace of mind for both you and your customers.
Trademaster T2100 Wheel Balancer
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Offering a combination of quality and practicality at a reasonable price, the Trademaster T2100 Wheel Balancer represents excellent value for money. This machine also ticks the boxes when it comes to performance and capability, dealing with wheels up to 540mm (21″) wide and 940mm (37″) diameter. Twin display, programmes (including hidden weights) and sensitivity down as low as 1 gram make sure that the T2100 has user friendly operation and customer winning ability. Only needs a standard 13A single phase supply.
- Automatic 40mm dia shaft
- Automatic spin upon lowering of wheel guard
- 16 bit technology for fast action
- Automatic data input of rim diameter and offset
- Multiple balancing programmes
- High sensitivity (down to 1gm)
- Behind spoke balancing
- Foot brake
- Sleep function
- Weight 150kg
- Standard 13A, 1ph supply needed
- Max dimensions 1780H X 790W X 710D
Hoffman Megaspin 200-2 Wheel Balancer
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The megaspin 200-2 is just a great idea. A motorised wheel balancer that only runs at ‘handspin’ speed, thus eliminating the need for a wheel guard. This compact arrangement then means the machine can be placed tight up to a wall. Yet in this neat package you have a balancer with a specification list that exceeds most of our competitors flagship machines, boasting features such as easy auto select, ‘split’ weight function and ministat.
Boasting features such as semi-auto data input (via the unique ‘easy auto select’ feature), ‘split’ weight facility, and weight placement arm for accurately locating adhesive weights, the megaspin 200 is capable in any environment regardless of volume or application. This unit is also available in a 12v version for mobile fitting vans.
Hoffman Megaspin 400-2 Wheel Balancer
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The benchmark for the professional tyre shop, the megaspin 400-2 provides a unique blend of speed and accuracy with its touch-free data entry and ‘megastick’ weight placement arm. By simply choosing the desired weight position(s), the megaspin 400-2 automatically distinguishes between steel and alu modes, finishing the process by placing the weights in the exact location chosen by the operator for first time, zero/zero results. Ideal for the high volume tyre shop where speed is paramount without compromising on performance. A genuine fully automatic wheel balancer, rim data is measured using the Autosense ultrasonic sonar placed discreetly and safely inside the hood. The unique megastick weight placement arm is used to select your chosen weight positions, and then guides the user back to the exact position to apply the weights, ensuring first time zero/zero balancing.