Practical Guide
This article is written for NSW tyre shops, workshops, dealers, warehouses, and fleet depots that want cleaner operations, easier pickups, and stronger compliance routines.
Reactive vs scheduled: what actually changes
Reactive disposal creates a repeating cycle: overflow → urgent call → disrupted workflow → messy yard → documentation gaps.
Scheduled pickups break that cycle by moving tyres out before pressure builds. You gain predictability, cleaner yards, and fewer last-minute decisions.
How to set your pickup cadence (simple method)
- Track your weekly tyre volume for 2–4 weeks.
- Estimate how many tyres your storage zone can safely hold without cluttering access routes.
- Set a booking threshold (usually 60–80% of safe capacity).
- Pick a cadence that hits before the threshold (weekly / fortnightly / monthly).
- Review after 30 days and adjust for seasonality, promos, or fleet spikes.
A scheduling model that works for most sites
Most commercial sites do best with: (1) a dedicated tyre zone, (2) a weekly check, and (3) a recurring pickup window (even if the exact day shifts).
If your workshop has peak days, align pickups to quieter periods to reduce disruption.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Booking only when the tyre zone is full.
- Storing tyres in multiple areas (harder access, slower pickups).
- No single owner for booking + documentation.
- Mixing tyres with general waste, pallets, or liquids.
When to change your pickup frequency
- Increase frequency when you hit threshold early for 2–3 weeks in a row.
- Add temporary pickups during promotions, fleet contracts, or seasonal peaks.
- Reduce frequency only after 4+ weeks of stable lower volume and clean storage conditions.
- Review after layout changes if the tyre zone capacity or access path changed.
Next step
If you want fewer surprises, set a cadence and a threshold — then review monthly.
See ATR services or request a scheduled pickup plan. Related reads: storage checklist and cost & pricing guide.