This advanced engineering polymer, known for its exceptional toughness and low coefficient of friction, is ideally suited for applications requiring high wear resistance, such as chute liners, truck tray liners, wear pads, and plates. A low coefficient of friction enables smoother material flow through chutes. Thus, Operations can become more sustainable and cost-effective. UHMWPE also stands out for its ability to operate across a wide temperature range, from -260°C to 80°C, making it versatile for various industrial environments.
It's heavily used in areas that require strong resistance against wear and tear, such as under conveyor belts, in bottling line guide rails, with scraper blades, and on rollers. Its ability to handle rough conditions highlights its key role in keeping operations running efficiently and extending the lifespan of machinery in a variety of industrial settings.
UHMWPE is also an ideal choice for food production areas because of its excellent chemical stability, low water uptake, and food-safe properties.
Key Features of UHMWPE
- Excellent Toughness
- Good sliding properties
- Lightweight material
- Resistant to dilute acids, cleaning agents, numerous solvents
- Very good abrasion resistance
- Very good electrical insulation
- Very low water absorption
Colours
- Natural
- Black
- Green
- Blue (Chute)
UHMWPE (PE1000) Sheets and rods come in a variety of thicknesses and diameters.
