"Having been a first mover in developing tire cages for trucks allowed us to test parts and get a lot of feedback from tire wholesalers and shops who need to transport tires between locations daily," Jonathan Landry, product designer for Martins, said.
"Our previous cages were only compatible with 8-foot beds, and we received many requests to develop models that would fit on 6.5-foot beds. The challenge for us was to design a product that would adapt to both bed lengths, thus filling two needs with one product."
Other MPTX-50 and MPTX-100 highlights the company notes:
- Heavy-duty locking systems and hinges that allow doors to open completely (270 degress);
- Stainless steel clamps to fix the cage to the bed, thus preventing the need to drill holes in the bed;
- Made with robust steel tubes designed to prevent water from leaking in; and
- UV-resistant powder-coated paint to preserve color and luster over time.
The company said it is taking steps to becoming for environmentally friendly, and unlike previous models, the steel used MPTX-50 and MPTX-100 is not galvanized.
Martins Industries designs and manufacturers tire equipment to store, handle, inflate and display tires and wheels. The firm has distribution centers in the U.S., Canada, Netherlands, Australia and U.A.E., as well as manufacturing facilities in Canada and China.
