Heavy Equipment
In the demanding world of heavy equipment, where extreme loads and challenging work environments are the norm, performance plastics are proving to be a game-changer. These advanced materials offer superior performance compared to traditional materials like metal and steel in key applications. Despite their lightweight nature, performance plastics provide exceptional durability, resistance to wear and corrosion, and maintain high strength even in harsh conditions. Whether it's for components exposed to heavy impact, vibration, or high-pressure environments, these plastics ensure that heavy equipment continues to operate efficiently and safely. As a result, they contribute to reduced maintenance costs, longer equipment lifespans, and enhanced overall performance.
Materials
- Acrylic (PMMA)
- Fiberglass Reinforced Polymers (FRP)
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Nylon (PA)
- Polycarbonate (PC)
- Polyethylenterepthalate (PET)
- Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
- (UHMW-PE)
Applications For Heavy Equipment
- Bushings and bearings
- Wear pads
- Sheaves
- Guides for electrical and hydraulic lines
- Rollers
- Liners
- Chutes
- Seals
- Outrigger pads
Benefits
- Lightweight
- Corrosion resistant
- Low friction
- High wear resistant
- High impact resistant
- No external lubrication required
- Reduced wear on mating parts
Did You Know?
Self-lubricating performance plastic wear parts
can reduce or eliminate lubricant “wash-out” in
heavy equipment bearing applications, greatly
reducing non-point source pollution that seeps
into the groundwater.