BKT meets Four Bar S
For almost a century, R.H. White Construction has been a trusted leader in the Northeastern United States, providing top-notch construction solutions. Their unwavering commitment to safety and quality is at the heart of this family-driven business where employees thrive. R.H. White Construction find their machinery gets up to 750 additional hours from a set of BKT TR 461 tires (compared to competitors), on each of their fleet of 35 rubber tire backhoes.  With a reputation built on integrity and hard work, R.H. White Construction continues to be a reliable partner in building the future and rely on BKT tires to provide the traction they need, without slipping or tearing - they don’t even need to use tire chains in the Worcester winters! Explore their story through BKT Stories, and see how BKT tires keep them moving forward.
Guests
  • John Dennis Curtain
    John Dennis Curtain
  • Chad Schmidt
    Chad Schmidt
Did you know?
  • Four Bar S is a family business founded in 1986 by Chad Schmidt’s parents.
  • What began as a small side job in Arlington, Kansas, is now a vast operation stretching 400 miles from Oklahoma to Nebraska.
  • Since Four Bar S switched to the new RIDEMAX FL 693 M tyres, they have not experienced a single bead failure in over a year of running them.
  • They use organic fertilizers for their manure management operations.
  • Four Bar S trusts BKT tyres for their traction, flotation, and ability to handle the weight and speed that they use on the trailers.
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John Dennis Curtain
John Dennis Curtain

John Curtain is a tractor operator at Four Bar S in Arlington, Kansas. He has been with the company for over three years after moving from his home in South Africa, and enjoys working surrounded by nature. His daily duties include preparing equipment, checking tyre pressure, and spreading manure for local farms. He praises the AGRIMAX FORCE tyres for their superior load capacity and comfort, and appreciates the durability of the RIDEMAX FL 693 M tyres, which have reduced tyre failures and improved safety on the job.

Chad Schmidt
Chad Schmidt

Chad Schmidt is one of the operating partners at Four Bar S, a family business founded in 1986 in Arlington, Kansas. Having grown up working alongside his parents, Chad has overseen the company's expansion across Kansas and Oklahoma. He plays a key role in daily operations, ensuring equipment runs smoothly and managing a team of dedicated employees. Four Bar S provides sustainable manure management services, promoting organic fertiliser use while building strong customer relationships. Chad uses the BKT RIDEMAX FL 693 M and AGRIMAX FORCE tyres, which provide superior durability and performance, allowing him to continue the work of his parents.