Design & develop the Tyre Lifting Tool

2014

Project Started

Perodua

Client

Executive Summary

BT Technologies partnered with PERODUA to design and develop an integrated Service Trolley equipped with an STL Tyre Lifter to improve workshop efficiency, enhance safety, and reduce technician fatigue. The solution addresses high service volume demands while ensuring ergonomic and operational excellence across service centers nationwide.

Business Challenge

Increasing service volume across PERODUA service centers.

Manual tyre handling causing technician fatigue and injury risk.

Inefficient workflow between tyre removal,
inflation, and installation.

Need for standardized, scalable equipment solution.

Proposed Solution – STL Tyre Lifter System

Design

Integrated tyre lifting mechanism with air compressor support.
Compact trolley design with multi-tool storage.
Ergonomic handling to minimize bending and strain.

Development

Semi-auto tyre remover tool integration.
Technician-focused layout optimization.
Refined storage compartments for tools & accessories.

Supply & Deployment

Standardized rollout across service centers.
On-site testing and performance validation.
Continuous improvement based on technician feedback.

Design, Develop & Supply

Key Improvements Implemented

Spiral Hose

1. Replacement of Ether based PUR spiral vs PU (additional cost by BT) - All Hose given 18 months warranty
2. Total 8 metre (1 off), 6 metre (1 off), 4 metre (3 off) – No cost increase

Thread Shaft

1. WPS for Shaft connector with individual PT test (NDT) – No Additional Cost
2. All thread shaft & connector given 2 years warranty

Spiral Hose Labelling

1. Each Hose will be labelled (Tools Name) – No Additional Cost
2. Heavy duty label – Chemical resistant label

Additional Add-on tools

CEJN Air Blow Gun.
T-Handle Socket (Size 14).
Improved sliding drawer mechanism.