Pierce Selects SmarTire to Supply TPMS

(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) SmarTire Systems Inc. has announced that Pierce Manufacturing Inc. will include the SmarTire’s active TPMS as an option for new and existing fire-fighting vehicles.

Published: February 2, 2006

Pierce Manufacturing is North America’s leading manufacturer of fire and safety apparatus.

Dave Warkentin, vice president of sales and marketing of SmarTire, said: “The SmarTire system is a natural fit for Pierce. Pierce vehicles are the industry standard for performance, quality and reliability. We are excited to work with the company to offer tire pressure monitoring to the fire fighting community.”

Tom DeCoster, director of new product development and product management of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., said: “Pierce has always led the industry in innovative products for fire and rescue vehicles. The SmarTire system is a solid addition to our new tyre protection system, which improves tyre performance and reliability and improves on-the-road safety.”

Giti Tire Manufacturing awarded by Chester County Chamber of Commerce

Giti Tire said it has been a supporter of education, organized farmer’s markets and participated in community food drives.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 30, 2024

Giti Tire Manufacturing (USA) received the Industry of the Year Award from the Chester County Chamber of Commerce. Among its initiatives, Giti Tire said it has been a staunch supporter of education, sponsoring the Giti Math & Science competition in collaboration with the Chester County School District since 2018.