Motion Controls Robotics integrates tire-processing equipment that combines controlled fluid application, robotic handling, automatic measurement, machine vision, and production tracking. Randomly arriving tires can be identified, positioned, measured, and processed using operator-entered values or parameters from the plant recipe system.
The result is a controlled process designed to improve quality, contain overspray and process materials, reduce waste, support ergonomics, and keep production moving.
Controlled Spraying Applications
Green tire spraying applies mold release, lubricant, or anti-blemish
coatings to uncured tires before the molding and curing process.
Depending on the application, equipment can spray the inside surface,
outside sidewall area, or both. MCRI configures robotic, dial-index,
and portable green tire spray systems around the tire size, material,
spray pattern, loading method, and required production rate.
View RTS Green Tire Spray System
RTS Platform
The robotic green tire spray platform measures each randomly arriving
tire, adjusts to its dimensions and recipe, and applies the required
amount of green tire spray.
View DTS Green Tire Spray System
DTS Platform
Multiple stations run in parallel to increase throughput and reduce
cycle time. Precision fluid control applies the required amount of
green tire spray with less overspray and waste.
View HTS Green Tire Spray System
HTS Platform
Self-contained and portable equipment supports new-tire trials,
low-volume needs, and continued production during planned or
unplanned maintenance.
Vertical VTS configurations are also available for utility, ATV,
and specialty tires.
| Model | Tire Application | System / Loading | Spray Area | Robot | Rate* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTS1000 | Passenger & light-truck radial | Single-station robotic; random arrival and automated handling | Inside, outside, or combined | FANUC R-1000 Series | 6 TPM |
| RTS2000 | Medium radial truck tires | Heavy-duty single-station robotic handling | Inside, outside, or combined | FANUC R-2000 Series | 4 TPM |
| RTS900 | Agricultural and off-road | Heavy-duty single-station robotic handling | Inside, outside, or combined | Application-specific FANUC robots | 12 TPH |
| DTS1000 | Passenger & light truck | Dial-index multi-station; parallel load, spray, and unload | Inside, outside, or combined | No robot; dial index | 12 TPM |
| DTS2000 | Medium radial truck tires | Heavy-duty dial-index multi-station | Inside, outside, or combined | No robot; dial index | 6 TPM |
| HTS100 | Passenger & light truck; new-tire trials | Portable horizontal unit; manual load/unload | Inside and outside | No robot | 3 TPM |
| HTS1000 | Agricultural bias-ply tires | Horizontal unit; manual load/unload | Inside | No robot | 3 TPM |
| VTS1000 | Utility, ATV, and specialty bias-ply | Vertical unit; application-specific loading | Inside and outside | No robot | 3 TPM |
*Rates may vary based on spray configuration and tire size.
TPM = tires per minute; TPH = tires per hour.
Tire Marking
Robot-applied marking creates precise, repeatable identification marks
for tire matching, assembly, and OEM requirements. Applications can
include high-point painting, conicity tread striping, white-letter
protection, and whitewall protection. Where applicable, machine vision
verifies mark color, placement, and count to improve consistency and
traceability.
Applies a protective blue coating over white tire lettering.
Applies a protective blue coating over whitewall areas.
Marks the tire’s high point for match mounting to the wheel.
Applies color-coded tread stripes to identify conicity direction for tire matching and assembly.
General Tire Processes
Automate movement, assembly, inspection, and verification throughout tire production.
Automated bladder spray systems apply a consistent release coating using controlled fluid delivery.
Application-specific robotic handling provides accurate bead placement while reducing manual handling.
Autonomous transport can connect production steps & reduce manual movement
Integrated pumps, valves, controls, and process monitoring support closed-loop, recipe-based application.
| System | Spray | Mark / Paint | Handle / Assemble | Inspect / Verify | Robot / Equipment | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robotic Green Tire Spraying | ✓ | ✓ | Optional | RTS1000i: FANUC R-1000; RTS2000i: FANUC R-2000 |
Random-arrival passenger, light-truck, and medium radial truck tires | |
| Dial-Index Green Tire Spraying | ✓ | Optional | No robot; indexed multi-station equipment | High-volume passenger, light-truck, and medium truck production | ||
| Manual Green Tire Spraying | ✓ | Manual | No robot | Backup, trials, maintenance coverage, and low-volume production | ||
| Custom Robotic Green Tire Spraying | ✓ | ✓ | Optional | Application-specific FANUC robot | Large AG/OTR systems, unique tire sizes, layouts, recipes, and engineered applications |
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| Bladder Spray System | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Automated conveyor with precision fluid delivery | Consistent release coating for longer bladder life and improved tire uniformity |
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| White Letter Painting | ✓ | Optional | Application-specific FANUC robot | Brand lettering and precise placement | ||
| White Wall Painting | ✓ | Optional | Application-specific FANUC robot | Bright, even OEM-style whitewalls | ||
| High-Point Painting | ✓ | ✓ | Application-specific FANUC robot | Marking the high point for wheel matching | ||
| Conicity Tread Striping | ✓ | ✓ | Application-specific robotic or dedicated marking system | Color-coded tread stripes identify conicity for tire-to-wheel matching and vehicle assembly |
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| Robotic Bead Loading | ✓ | Optional | FANUC robot; model application-specific | Accurate bead placement and reduced manual handling | ||
| Robotic Tire Handling | ✓ | Optional | Heavy-duty FANUC robot; model application-specific | Loading, unloading, orientation, and positioning | ||
| Marking Verification Systems | ✓ | No robot required; industrial vision camera | Color, placement, count, and traceability verification | |||
| Precision Fluid Systems | Supports | Process monitoring | No robot by itself; integrated pumps, valves, and controls | Closed-loop, recipe-based application with reduced waste |
Backed by patented technology, including U.S. Patents 7,943,201;
8,646,404; 9,192,953; and 9,884,338. Additional patents pending.
Robot selections for custom systems depend on payload, reach, cycle time,
tire size, and process layout.
Service First
MCRI provides 24/7/365 service, preventive maintenance, spare parts, engineering support, and continued development of established tire-processing technologies.
Backed by patented technology, including U.S. Patents 7,943,201; 8,646,404; 9,192,953; and 9,884,338. Additional patents pending.
