Solution

RFID has multiple applications in the tire industry:

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

• Production mold management – ensuring the correct molds are in place before production.

• Inbound and outbound management – tracking semi-finished and finished products during shipping and receiving.

• Product history recording – integrating with production process data for traceability.

Case Study: A well-known domestic automobile tire manufacturing company.

End-to-End Traceability

Every tire, from production, factory release, sales, 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 accountability.

Accurate Inventory and Logistics Management

Manufacturers, distributors, and automotive service centers can leverage RFID systems to automate tire inventory management. When tires enter or leave storage, the system updates the data automatically without the need for manual scanning. 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. These insights help vehicle owners and fleet managers perform timely maintenance, extend tire lifespan, and enhance 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 from entering the market, safeguarding brand reputation and protecting consumer rights.

Simplified Scrap Tire Recycling

When tires reach the end of their service life, RFID tags can still provide complete historical data, including material composition and manufacturer details. This facilitates more automated and efficient recycling, sorting, and processing of scrap tires, supporting environmental management and the implementation of a circular economy.