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Confon AG is a medium sizemanufacturing company whichhas specialized on development,production and worldwide distri-bution of snow chains under thebrand name "Spikes-Spider" andof designed high quality desk topaccessories under the brandname “arlac”.

Founded in 1979 by Heiko Ippen,the company special ized itselfright from the beginning on highqual ity synthetic products.Hereby, apart from the produc-

Confon AGLangenhag 31CH-9424 RheineckTelefon: +41 (0)71 886 49 34Internet: www.spikes-spider.chE-Mail: info@confon.com

QUICK& SAFE

SWISS MADE

ALPINE

ALPINEPRO

SPORT

COMPACT

ALPINE

ALPINEPRO

SPORT

COMPACTtion of the desk top accessoriessuch as telephone indexes, clipdispensers, paper boxes and let-ter trays under the brand name„arlac“, which is well known since1909, a new field was developed:the first studded and approvedsnow chain made of syntheticmaterial – the Spikes-Spider. This product was patented world-wide and a new distribution netwas build. Many well known carmanufacturers have the Spikes-Spider in their assortment. All Confon AG products are beingmanufactured under highest qua-lity standards in Switzerland.Innovative concepts, attractivedesign and outstanding finishingtechniques are the basis for asuccessful assortment.

The current Confon assortmentincludes 90 articles in up to 10colours in the field of arlac officeaccessories and 4 different snowchains.

ADAPTEREvery SPIKES-SPIDER SYSTEM is based ontwo components: The specific SPIKES-SPI-DER model and the SPIKES-SPIDERADAPTER, which makes mounting inseconds possible.

The SPIKES-SPIDER ADAPTER is beingsimply clamped on the wheel nuts befo-re winter.

The adapter plate may be covered with acosmetic plastic hub cover to protect themounting plate and give an attractiveappearance when the snow chain is notmounted. The cover is available in blackor silver to fit the appearance of yourrims.

Snow and Ice!Using the approved SPIKES-SPIDER system gives you a clear advantage. No matter which model you choose. Once the SPIKES-SPIDERpatented mounting system fitted within the warmth of your garage when snow is forecast, means that your car is always readyfor bad weather.

How to pass safely through the winter!

1. Take of the hub cover

As said: In 30 seconds on the wheels! – And as fastremoved again.

Three steps and SPIKES-SPIDER snow chains are mounted.

2. Place the Spikes-Spider over the wheel

3. Put the locking disc on and let it clicksecurely into place

All SPIKES-SPIDER products are officially certified and registeredas snow chains world wide.

IN 30 SECONDS ON THE WHEELS

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The studded synthetic “claws” bitethrough the snow and ice supplyinggrip and confidence to the driver andpassengers alike.

The patented turnable system allowsthe COMPACT’S arms to adjust tomany tyre sizes.

QUICK & EASY

COMPACT

The SPIKES-SPIDER COMPACT is theeasiest to fit snow chain in the world.

Tighter spaces between the tyres,suspension and wheel arches meansthat most conventional snow chainswill not fit onto many modern vehi-cles. The SPIKES-SPIDER COMPACT aswell as the complete SPIKES-SPIDERrange solves this problem. Easily fit-ted to vehicles with the minimum oftyre/body clearances, in many casesit’s the only system that can fit.

Safe, simple to fit, and reallycompact!

The clever “break-down” system,allows the customer to dismantle andstore the Spider within a small trunk.

The traction and braking ability isdramatically increased on ice andsnow, the SPIKES-SPIDER’s studs pro-vide far more grip than chains.

The SPIKES-SPIDER SPORT model isthe most adaptable system for allcars. It combines stainless steelchains, heavy duty plastic tracks fit-ted with studs and can be quicklyadjusted to fit larger and smallertyres. As with all SPIKES-SPIDERmodels, fitting takes a matter ofseconds not minutes and they fit thecars that conventional snow chainsdon’t.

Strong and multi adjustablefor ice and snow!

Sharp steel tracks give best safety onice and snow.

The SPIKES-SPIDER ALPINE is avail-able in 2 sizes which fit over 150 dif-ferent tyre sizes due to the newadjusting patent.

The new SPIKES-SPIDER ALPINE usesthe well known tried and tested SPI-KES-SPIDER design, however is thestrongest for heavy cars of them allwithout diminishing the SPIKES-SPI-DER famous quick-fit reputation.

As with all SPIKES-SPIDERS the ALPINEcannot damage alloy wheels orinterfere with the vehicles brake,ABS, steering or suspension systems.

Superior grip on ice and snow! The perfect solution for com-mercial use! Especially forvans with up to 2,5t axle load.

Sharp steel tracks that bite into the thic-kest ice and give exceptional grip in allharsh conditions.

The SPIKES-SPIKES ALPINE PRO isavailable in 4 sizes. Each size can befast and easily adjusted to fit up to

80 different tyre sizes due to thenew adjusting patent.

SPIKES-SPIDERS are specially designedto give safety with the advantage thatanybody can fit them in only 30seconds and take them off as fastagain. Remember that a snow chain isgenerally fitted in the worst of wea-thers, so speed of fitting is essential.

This and high quality material makesthe SPIKES-SPIDER ALPINE PRO to bethe perfect choice for vans, pick ups,mini buses, SUV’s, 4x4s and vehiclesused by the emergency services.

Adjusting a SPIKES-SPIDER SPORT forsize is a simple case of moving thechain hooks into the next hole onthe tracks. Plus: every single part canbe replaced easily.

Thus the same chain can be usedon various vehicles.

QUICK & SMART QUICK & STRONG QUICK & PROFESSIONAL

SPIKES-SPIDERSPORT

SPIKES-SPIDERALPINE

SPIKES-SPIDERALPINE PRO

SPIKES-SPIDERNEW NEW

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