SANDTONCONVENTION CENTREJOHANNESBURG, SA

2012SANDTON

CONVENTION CENTREJOHANNESBURG, SA

6, 7, 8 MARCH 2012

2012

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TyrexpoAfricaIssue 1

Major names from Southern Africa’s tyre and equipment sector haveannounced plans for a strong presence at Tyrexpo Africa 2012 inJohannesburg (6-8 March’12).

Tyrecor, Tubestone and Hofmann Megaplan are already turning theirthoughts to the country’s only dedicated tyre trade and garage equipmentshow next March.

Tyrecor will mark the occasion by promoting the latest products in its Infinityrange as well as introducing Solideal industrial tyres for the first time since itsecured sole distributorship

For Tubestone, the emphasis will be on its BKT and Nankangdistributorships and wheel service specialist Hofmann Megaplan will bereturning to Tyrexpo Africa next year with its popular ranges of Hofmann wheel balancers and tyre changing equipment.

Other exhibitors that have committed to the show include: Bandenmarkt, Beltyre Africa, Chemvulc, Columbus McKinnon, CrownTyres, Deestone, Elgi Rubber Company, Global Rubber, Hanksugi, Hofmann Megaplan, Island View Distributors, Leader RubberCompany, LFK Exports, Maxon, Metaforge, Monarch Vulcanising, Nitralife, Qingdwo Odyking, Rema Tip Top, Richards Bay Tyres,Roadsun, Rubberking, Shandong Better Wheel, Shandong Wanda Boto, Snap-On Africa, Stamford Tyres, Sun Global, Techking Tires,TM Tyres, Tolins Tyres, Vee Rubber amongst others

Since its launch in 2005, Tyrexpo Africa has established itself as an influential niche event that brings together leading domesticand international suppliers specialising in tyre and equipment manufacturing, distribution, retailing, servicing and repair.

Paul Farrant, managing director of exhibition organiser ECI International, adds:“Tyrexpo Africa has established a loyal following since it was launched seven years ago and it’s good to see that so many

companies are returning to the show and already thinking ahead and planning their presence.“The 2012 exhibition promises to be the best-attended yet, with many companies from across the global tyre industry

expressing interest in doing business in southern Africa.”

Infinity, BKT and Hofmann Megaplan poised for big impact at Tyrexpo Africa 2012

TM Tyres Ltd is one of the leaders in the automotive tubes industry and will continueto grow and expand, offering an increasing range for requirements of variouscustomers across the globe. The Company seeks to achieve this through effectivebrand management, superior customer service, investing in the latest technology,quality accredited training and by creating and maintaining consistent standards.

TM Tyres Ltd has established an excellent dealership network across the country.Their products are being exported to Bangladesh, Mauritius, Nigeria, Singapore, SriLanka, South Africa, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States of America, Ireland, Greece,Philippines, Dubai, Brazil, Chile, Bolivia, Egypt etc. In addition to their bulk buyers, STUs& Defense establishments are also included.

The main strength of TM Tyres Ltd. is the fact that their plant is versatile and speciallydesigned to manufacture two wheeler tubes, passenger tubes, Trucks and OTR tubesand each product range has got a separate infrastructure so that production can bemade as per customer requirement and specification.

TM’s cutting-edge manufacturing technology delivers high quality Butyl tubes andtheir compound is formulated to withstand heat. As a result it can transport loads forlonger distances safely on a variety of roads under differentweather conditions. In addition their Butyl tubes offerbetter air retention and reduce the risk of blow-outsthereby ensuring longer tyre life.

Over the years, TM Tyres has becomesynonymous with excellence. And the awardsand accolades won consistently are a testimonyto this. Year after year, the Company has heldtheir fort high and achieved consistent exportrecognition and growth awards from CAPEXIL &AIRIA.

www.tmtyres.com

CM has been manufacturing tireshredders and tire processingequipment designed to process steel-belted passenger, and truck tires forthe tire recycling industry since 1982.The CM complete line of tireshredding and steel liberationprocessing equipment offer turnkeysolutions and are designed andmanufactured at our Sarasota, FLplant to meet all your tire recyclingneeds. CM tire recycling equipmenthas become a recognized leader forthe highest production, best tire chipquality, and lowest operating costs.Please visit us at Tyrexpo Africa’12and in the meantime please also visitour website at:www.cmtirerecyclingequipment.comor sign up for our blogwww.cmtirerecyclingblog.com

Tel: +44 (0)1892 863888Fax: +44 (0)1892 863828

Email: sales@eci-international.com

www.eci-international.com

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Balkrishna Industries Ltd (BKT), a leading manufacturer of “Off Highway Tyres”from India, has 3 manufacturing plants with a production capacity in excess of130,000 MT per annum.

BKT invests 3-5% of its annual turnover in R&D to maintain high qualitystandards, an important element for achieving consistent high growth in businessvolumes. As a result, today, BKT offers an exhaustive range comprising over 1800SKU’s.

BKT product range includes tyres for Agriculture, Industrial, Earthmover,Construction, Lawn & Garden and ATV applications.

BKT’s “AGRIMAX” branded Radial Tractor tyreshave been widely accepted as a high qualityproduct and being proudly fitted on worldclass OEM’s.

BKT has launched “EARTHMAX” branded“All Steel OTR Radial” tyres and becameFirst Indian Company to produce “OTRRadial” tyres.

BKT has grown its business significantlyin African market in recent years and anambitious marketing plan has been drawnup to accelerator this growth.

BKT products are sold in over 110countries through its dedicated distributors.

www.bkt-tires.com

Deestone has driven over two decades of remarkable growth. As a company100% owned by a group of Thai industrialists, Deestone limited was established inThailand to produce and supply vehicles tires, tubes and specialized tires with theinternational quality and standard for all market segments.

Deestone has diversified its tire business into Radial tire, Bias tires (truck tire,agricultural tire, industrial tires etc.), Bicycles tires, Scooter tires, motorcycle tiresand inner tube for export. Current, over 50% of Deestone Group products havebeen destined for export to various target markets worldwide.

For more information, please visit our website at www.deestone.com

BELTYRE AFRICA (Pty) Ltd was established in order to promotehigh quality Belshina tyres into African market. BELTYRE AFRICAprovides a full tire supply and customer service . Our team isconstantly work to lower costs, optimize tyre performance andimprove safety for our clients with proven products, through astable supply chain.

Provider of:• OTR tyres for mining trucks• Tyres for industrial and road-building machines• Tyres for agricultural machines• Tyres for trucks and buses• Tyres for commercial and passenger vehicles

Our main goals are:• Creation of distribution network based on long term

relationship with customers• Providing of practical and valuable solutions to our customers• Providing of tyre management and customer support• Development of Belshina brand worldwide

www.belshina.co.za

Ever since IRJ’s impressive first issue in July-August 1993, it has beenhighly acclaimed by rubber industry leaders and experts worldwide asone of the world’s foremost magazine for the international rubberindustry.

The IRJ has made a tremendous impact on the rubber industryworldwide with its consistently high quality and a broad andcomprehensive scope of coverage of events, news, technicalbreakthroughs and its specialised articles. It provides updates andinformation on all aspects of the rubber industry worldwide, includingsynthetic rubber, natural rubber, tyre industry, industrial rubber goods,latex based products, vinyl pyridine latex, steel cord, nylon tyre cord,carbon black, silica and other white fillers, rubber chemicals, processingoils, dyes and pigments, machinery and testing equipments for therubber industry, technology, R & D etc.

The IRJ regularly features articles by prestigious internationalcontributors who are authorities on various aspects of the rubberindustry. It has distinguished itself with columns and features on TyreNews, Natural Rubber, Company News, Auto News, Indian &International Business News, Raw Material Prices, Statistics, etc..

Obviously the Tyre Industry receives top priority in view of itsimportance (about 65% of total global rubber consumption.

The IRJ is a valuable at-a-glance information source for busy rubberindustry professionals, from technologists to consultants to marketingexecutives.

Rubberking tyres India Pvt Ltd is a manufacturer & exporter ofButyl inner tubes, Rubber Flaps and Curing Bags/Bladders in 60countries by the brand name “RUBBERKING” and “GEMINI”. Thecompany is coveted with prestigious certification of ISO/TS16949:2009 and ISO: 9001/2008.

“Rubberking” is a well accepted brand internationally due to itsoutstanding quality, trouble free and timely service. The company isleading supplier of inner tubes to many OEM’s, Tyres Companies anddistributors in more than 60 countries. We participate in four to fivetrade fairs around the Globe every year which to mark our presencein the international market. Due to consistent efforts, the companyhas been achieving the coveted CAPEXIL award from last 8 years.

TIRE KING offers a comprehensive range of Tires -- TBR, PCR, OTR,Agriculture vehicles both in radial and bias construction MADE INCHINA/INDONESIA/SRILANKA . These are manufactured as per Indianstandards at the plants closely monitored by expert technical team.We are also successfully running our new products i.e. RB brand DryCharges Batteries from Thailand & Truck & Bus Bias Tires, made inSrilanka.

Rubber King is always looking forward to build partners worldwidethrough exclusive distributors.

www.rubberking.net

Rema Tip Top Automotive South Africa, relished the responsereceived, as well as customer excitement generated by the 2010 TyreExpo Africa to such an extent that we have decided to exhibit again in2012.

This event will see an even bigger and better showing from RemaTip Top Automotive. With the consistent growth experienced by thecompany as well as the addition of many new products and services,we plan to showcase these to the max.

We will attempt to have as many of our high quality products andequipment on display as possible. Thermopress vulcanizingequipment, tyre service tools and equipment, consumable productsetc.

The stand will be manned by the full team so that all areas ofexpertise are covered. We will also be pleased to offer expert adviceon our trainingprogrammes which arenow available and fullyaccredited.

We look forward toseeing you at Tyre ExpoAfrica 2012.

www.rema-tiptop.com

Chemvulc is looking forward tonext year’s Tyrexpo Africa 2012.The 2012 Expo will see a muchlarger stand and a more interactivedisplay showcasing some ofChemvulc’s latest product rangesto service the tyre industry. Comeand see demos on heavy dutyequipment by ESCO, as well as thelatest products for Earthmover tyrerepairing, retreading and other exciting products now available fromChemvulc. This year saw the launch of Chemvulc’s new and expandedcatalogue, if you haven’t received it make sure you get one at the show orsend us an email and we will ensure you get a catalogue sent to you. Welook forward to seeing you there!

www.chemvulc.co.za

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