Project Overview
This project involved the specialized recoating of industrial castor wheels to restore worn surfaces and enhance performance in demanding material handling applications. Our engineered coating solution delivers superior wear resistance, reducing replacement costs and downtime for critical wheel systems.
Scope of Work
- Wear Analysis: Evaluated wheel degradation patterns and operational stresses
- Coating Selection: Specified polyurethane/elastomer compounds based on load and environment
- Surface Preparation: Precision machining and cleaning for optimal adhesion
- Application & Curing: Automated spraying with controlled thickness parameters
- Quality Validation: Conducted hardness, concentricity, and load testing
Key Solutions Provided
- Wear Resistance: 3-5X longer service life vs. original wheels
- Noise Reduction: Vibration-damping properties for quieter operation
- Chemical Resistance: Protection against oils, solvents, and warehouse cleaning agents
Project Outcome
- 80% cost savings vs. new wheel replacement
- 300% increase in mean time between failures (MTBF)
- Restored load capacity to original specifications
- Reduced vibration transfer by 40% for smoother operation
