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Rotary Expands Wheel Service Product Line with R1200 Leverless Pro Tire Changer and R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner

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Dover's Rotary brand announces the launch of two innovative wheel service products: the R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer and the R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner. The R1200 features automated controls, accommodating wheel diameters from 10 to 30 inches, enhancing efficiency and reducing injury risks. The R1065 offers a cost-effective, portable solution for wheel alignments, requiring no minimum bay size. These products aim to address customer feedback and common workshop challenges, reinforcing Rotary's commitment to innovation and quality in the automotive service industry.

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  • Launch of R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer with advanced features to enhance efficiency.
  • Introduction of R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner, providing a cost-effective and portable wheel alignment solution.
  • Focus on customer feedback in product development, improving user experience.
  • Three-year warranty on wheel service products, indicating confidence in quality.
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Rotary, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG) and Dover (NYSE: DOV), is expanding its wheel service product line with the launch of two new products: the R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer and the R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner.

"Rotary has been designing products for nearly 100 years, and our customers have a significant impact on our approach to product innovation," says Kevin Jones, Wheel Service Product Manager for Rotary. "To that end, our two newest wheel service products were developed based on customer feedback and designed to address some of the common challenges facing today's shops."

R1200 Leverless Pro Tire Changer
The R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer is designed with automated and intuitive controls and is packed with innovative, easy-to-use features that help decrease repair time, increase accuracy and enable easier high-performance tire and rim changes without causing damage.

Whether a technician needs to change a run-flat, low-profile or light truck tire, the R1200 can handle wheel diameters from 10 to 30 inches, tire widths of up to 19 inches depending on wheel offset and a maximum tire diameter of 47 inches. The quick-locking and adjustable center post gives operators added flexibility, helping to increase productivity and improve efficiencies as well as reduce the chance of injuries.

The changer's dual bead rollers work to easily separate the tire from the wheel. Each bead roller can be used independently, or the arms can be fully synchronized. This removes the need for a camera or mirror to check the tire placement. With the match mounting feature, it is easy to index a tire to a wheel. These features allow technicians to change tires faster and get customers' vehicles back on the road quicker.

R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner
While some wheel alignment systems are a big investment in terms of both cost and space, Rotary's new R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner won't break the bank or take up valuable shop space.

"The R1065 offers shops of all sizes an easy-to-use solution for performing wheel alignments," says Jones. "Many smaller shops only perform a few alignments a week, so it was important for us to develop a high-tech and automated alignment solution at an affordable price."

The tower-free alignment system requires no minimum bay size and comes on a portable, compact cart with sensor chargers built in, giving technicians maximum flexibility to perform wheel alignments anywhere in the shop.

The system features four-point wheel clamps and wireless measuring heads and is fast and easy to set up. The tablet-operated and Wi-Fi-enabled system requires no additional computers, eliminating costly computer repairs. The tablet is also magnetized, so technicians can place it anywhere on the vehicle or lift and follow along comfortably with all the repair data right in view.

The R1065 also eliminates the guesswork of alignments. The accurate two-step run-out process tells the operator when to stop and when to roll forward, and the system's animated illustrations guide the operator through the alignment repairs needed. The powerful sensor technology allows techs to make live adjustments quickly and accurately, saving both time and money. Once the work is completed, a personalized alignment report can be printed or emailed for the customer.

"At Rotary, we strive to make equipment that is high quality and long-lasting and supports our customers' businesses," says Jones. "We are focused on continuing to innovate and improve upon the next generation of wheel service and lift products and ensure that we are making the right investments to grow and evolve along with the industry."

Rotary offers a full line of wheel service equipment for shops of all sizes that are backed not only by Rotary's quality craftmanship but also Rotary's three-year wheel service warranty. To learn more about Rotary's full line of lifts and wheel service products, visit https://rotarylift.com, contact your local Rotary distributor or call 800-640-5438.

About Rotary:
Rotary is the leading manufacturer of vehicle lifts and wheel service products for use in professional automotive service, commercial truck and transit industries. In 1925, Peter Lunati designed, built and patented the first fully hydraulic automotive lift and gave rise to a new industry. Rotary's pursuit of innovation has built one of the world's most trusted lifts, designed to increase shop efficiency and productivity. Today, there are more Rotary Lift products used in vehicle repair facilities around the world than any other brand.

Rotary is a Vehicle Service Group (VSG) brand and part of Dover's Engineered Products segment. VSG comprises 13 major vehicle lift, wheel service, diagnostic and collision repair brands: Rotary, Chief Collision Technology, Forward Lift, Direct Lift, Warn Automotive, Ravaglioli, Hanmecson, Elektron, Blitz, Nogra, Butler, Space and Sirio. With its American headquarters in Madison, Indiana, VSG has operations worldwide, including ISO 9001-certified manufacturing centers in North America, Europe and Asia.

About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale, operational agility, world-class engineering capability and customer intimacy to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.     

Rotary Contact:
David Fischmer
(812) 265-9543
dfischmer@vsgdover.com  

Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications    
(630) 743-5039    
asakowicz@dovercorp.com      

Dover Investor Contact:
Andrey Galiuk, VP, Corporate Development and Investor Relations   
(630) 743-5131   
agaliuk@dovercorp.com  

 

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FAQ

What are the new products launched by Dover's Rotary brand?

Dover's Rotary brand has launched the R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer and the R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner.

What are the features of the R1200 Leverless Pro tire changer?

The R1200 features automated controls, can handle wheel diameters from 10 to 30 inches, and aims to reduce repair time and injury risk.

What is the function of the R1065 Mobile Tablet Aligner?

The R1065 provides a portable, cost-effective solution for performing wheel alignments without requiring a minimum bay size.

How does the R1200 improve workshop efficiency?

It offers innovative features that decrease repair time, increase accuracy, and enable easier tire changes without damage.

What warranty does Rotary offer on their wheel service products?

Rotary offers a three-year warranty on their wheel service products.

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