Problem: Customer’s non-marking chain tops were prematurely failing due to tough seamer chain application. The rubber top sections would delaminate and wear away, resulting in downtime. Solution: The chain was redesigned and installed with high-ear urethane chain tops. The customer is extremely happy with the performance of the OEM chain.
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Problem: The customer needed to replace worn-out trunnion wheels that were solid and mounted directly off a hydraulic motor. Solution: We engineered and manufactured split urethane trunnion wheels. Being able to supply split wheels allowed easy and quick change-out when they needed to be replaced.
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Problem: The end user was having longevity issues; their rollers couldn’t stand up to the dirty, nasty, wet conditions. Solution: We provided the end user with a solution, using our Luff Industries Rollers sealing system on this feeder conveyor.
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Problem: We were approached to try and come up with a gear rack that would not corrode, is cost-effective, and is stiff when put under tension. What was common for gear racking on the market did not offer the solution the customer was looking for. Solution: We engineered, tested, and built a gear rack that solved the
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Problem: Traditional urethane or rubber scraper blade belt cleaners cannot be used on cleated belts. Nylon-bristled brushes are hard to maintain and can easily get plugged with the material. Solution: Designed a heavy-duty rubber-fingered cleaner that is independently powered using a motor and gearbox. It is placed under the head pulley where a traditional primary cleaner would
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Problem: Some old Grain Terminals are looking to replace their heavy, cast-iron framed idlers. Many of the original assemblies are not available for replacement. Solution: We have designed and built an all-in-one idler and return roller framework that bolts directly to the floor. This is a direct replacement (form, fit, and function), for the original Dodge cast-iron
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Problem: The OEM was purchasing a machined hose clamp that due to the sheer volume of clamps, was costing them a LOT of money. This expensive product was not adding value to the performance of their equipment. Solution: We built an aluminum mold base for injection molding to meet the customer’s volume requirements. This cost-saving solution saved
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Problem: Our customer was frustrated with their injection molding suppliers’ long lead times and high prices. Solution: We delivered a well-designed wheel that had great overall wear characteristics, was readily available, and ultimately saved them money.
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Problem: The maintenance department was having to adjust and maintain WH78 cast steel drag chain and sprockets running in wet pulp on a weekly basis. A full replacement with new chain and sprockets were being replaced on an annual basis. Solution: Supplied the only cast stainless steel 78 chain on the market that has 35,000# ultimate strength
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Problem: The bearings of a large steel cable pulley were worn out and hard to lubricate due to the location and lack of preventative maintenance. Solution: Machined an all-steel housing and steel cable pulley with a totally maintenance-free non-re-lubable composite bearing insert. The PV’s were calculated and an engineered plastic was provided to solve the maintenance headache
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