There is really not a problem with the UHMW, we just have to issue replacement wear strips, especially where it is used for the stainless roller chain.
I am wondering if there is a material that might work better than the UHMW.
I am looking for a plastic with good wear characteristics that is acceptable in the food processing industry (FDA, USDA acceptable). We currently use UHMW-PE in wear strips for Intralox (usually polyethylene) belting and for stainless steel roller chain. I have done some research, and am...
How does type 303 stainless match up with type 304 stainless when considering corrosion properties? Would 303 be suitable for use in the food processing industry? (eg. equipment in meat packing plants)