Project Overview
An industrial conveyor manufacturer required wear-resistant strips for their conveyor systems. The project demanded exceptional wear resistance, self-lubrication, and extended service life.
Challenge
- Wear Resistance: Abrasive environment with continuous contact
- Self-Lubricating: Eliminate external lubrication
- Service Life: 5x improvement vs. metal target
- Temperature: Industrial environment (-20°C to 60°C)
- Maintenance: Reduce maintenance frequency and cost
Solution
Material Excellence
- Nylon PA6 with wear-resistant additives
- Self-lubricating formulation
- Optimized for abrasive environments
Application & Testing
- Wear testing under simulated conveyor conditions
- Field trials for validation
- Maintenance cost tracking
- Life cycle analysis
Results
| Metric | Target | Achieved |
|---|---|---|
| Life Extension | 3x metal | 5x metal |
| Lubrication | Reduced | Eliminated |
| Maintenance Cost | 40% reduction | 60% reduction |
| Annual Volume | 50K units | 100K+ units |
| Customer Satisfaction | 90% | 98% |
Customer Testimonial
“CoreLMould’s nylon wear strips transformed our conveyor maintenance. 5x longer life, no lubrication, and 60% maintenance cost reduction. Outstanding ROI.”
- Operations Director, Industrial Conveyor Manufacturer