Solution

RFID has multiple applications in the tire industry:

Raw material storage management – managing the storage and placement of raw materials.

Mold management – ensuring the correct molds are in place before production.

Inventory management – tracking semi/finished finished products during shipping and receiving.

Product history recording – combning with manufacturing process data.

Example: An international automobile tire manufacturing company.

End-to-End Traceability

Every tire, from manufacturing shipping, sale usage, retreading, to disposal, can have all its key information (such as manufacturing batch, production date, performance data, etc.) recorded and tracked through embedded RFID tags. This makes the entire lifecycle of a tire transparent. In case of a quality issue, the source can be quickly traced to clarify responsibilities.

Accurate Inventory and Logistics Management

Manufacturers, distributors, and automotive service centers can use RFID systems to manage tire inventory automatically. It automatically updates date when tires go in or out of storage-no manual scanning needed. This not only improves inventory accuracy and efficiency but also reduces the risks of shortages or overstock.

Optimized Tire Usage and Maintenance

RFID tags can be integrated with on-board systems such as Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) to monitor tire pressure, temperature, and other critical data in real time. Through these, we can help vehicle owners and fleet managers perform maintenance in time, extend tire lifespan, and improve driving safety.

Enhanced Anti-Counterfeiting and Brand Protection

Since RFID tags have unique identifiers and can be encrypted, they are extremely difficult for counterfeiters to replicate. Embedding RFID tags inside tires helps prevent counterfeit products  Retread tires from entering the market, safeguarding brand reputation and protecting consumer rights.

Streamlined waste tire recycling process

When tires reach the end of their service life, RFID tags can still provide complete historical data, including material and manufacturer. This enhances automation and efficiency of scrap tire recycling, sorting, and processing, helping environmental management and putting circular economy to practice.