Ride-On Nigeria | Technical Facts

Q: Does Ride-On Tyre Protection System react chemically with the tyres or wheels?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) tyre sealant is chemically inert, and will not attack the tyre or wheels. Ride-On (TPS) contains corrosion inhibitors that protect steel and aluminum wheels and tyre belts against corrosion. Ride-On (TPS) tyre sealant can be easily washed out of tyres with water. It will not affect the future use of patches or other tyre repairs if necessary. Ride-On (TPS) will actually help preserve the tyre casing, making retreads more effective.

Q: Is the Ride-On (TPS) Hazardous?

A: Ride-On TPS is not considered a hazardous material. Ride-On TPS is biodegradable, non-flammable, and non-explosive. Please refer to the Ride-On Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Environmental Impact Testing Report for more details.

Q: Is the Ride-On (TPS) water dispersible?

A: Yes. since there is no chemical bonding of Ride-On (TPS) tyre sealant to the tyre, it can be easily washed out of a tyre with water. This is particularly important to our fleet and commercial clients because, Ride-On (TPS) can be washed out of a tyre so that the tyre can be retreaded. Ride-On (TPS) contains ethylene glycol, which is commonly used as an antifreeze and in cooling and heating systems. Good industrial hygiene work practices should be used when installing or removing Ride-On.

Q: Will Ride-On (TPS) rust the wheels?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) contains anti-corrosive agents to protect steel and aluminum wheels and tyre belts against rust.

Q: What is the shelf life of Ride-On (TPS)?

A: The shelf life of Ride-On (TPS) is 60 months in the original unopened containers. It is recommended that the containers be stored out of direct sunlight in temperature ranges of 20ºF (-7ºC) to 95ºF (35ºC).

Q: Will Ride-On (TPS) settle in the container and need to be stirred?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) is a homogeneous tyresealant that will not separate when stored for long periods. Ride-On (TPS) will not separate with exposure to heat, cold, or centrifugal forces normally found in driving conditions. Ride-On (TPS) is ready to use, it requires no mixing, stirring, or other preparation.

Q: Does Ride-On (TPS) run to the bottom of the tyre when the tyre is not in motion?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) contains specially selected binders which prevent this from happening. The sealant remains in place covering the interior surface of the tyre. If a tyre treated with Ride-On (TPS) is stored for a prolonged period of time, some of the Ride-On (TPS) can eventually pool in the bottom of the tyre. Once the vehicle is driven for 4.8 to 8 kilometers, Ride-On (TPS) will again re-coat the inner surface of the tyre. Note: the tyre may briefly vibrate and be out of balance until Ride-On (TPS) has had a chance to evenly coat the tyre. When Ride-On (TPS) has re-coated the tyre, there should be no further balancing problems.

Q: Will Ride-On (TPS) dry out in the tyre?

A: No! Ride-On (TPS) will always stay in the same condition as originally installed into the tyre because the tyre is a pressurized sealed container and no evaporation of the liquid can occur.

Q: Is Ride-On (TPS) flammable?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) is not flammable. Ride-On (TPS) contains Ethylene Glycol, a compound commonly used as an antifreeze in automobiles and in cooling and heating systems.

Q: How does Ride-On (TPS) perform under extreme temperature conditions?

A: Ride-On (TPS) is effective from -40ºF (-40ºC) to more than 300ºF (149ºC). Ride-On works well in every season.

Q: Is Ride-On (TPS) harmful?

A: No. Ride-On (TPS) is environmentally friendly, non-hazardous and non-flammable. Ride-On (TPS) contains Ethylene Glycol, an organic chemical compound used commonly as an antifreeze for automobiles and in cooling and heating systems. Ethylene Glycol is toxic if swallowed (lethal dose in humans is about 1.4 ml/kg of body weight or 100 ml). Good industrial hygiene work practices should be used when installing or removing Ride-On (TPS) . In case of ingestion, seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. If individual is conscious and alert, induce vomiting by giving syrup of ipecac or by gently placing two fingers at the back of the throat. If possible, do not leave the individual unattended.