Plastics for optimized bulk material handling

The movement of large masses places high demands on technology and equipment. Wherever bulk materials are transported, stored or further processed, wear and caking cause standstills in the work process. The flowability is thus of great importance for a smooth process. Our Matrox® product range was developed specifically for the demanding processes in bulk materials handling. Matrox® combines the best surface friction with the highest abrasion resistance, allowing the material to improve the performance and efficiency of your conveying processes.

Your advantages

Improved flowability of your bulk goods
Weight advantages: for a 200m² silo the weight saving is 3 tonnes
Longer service life: in sand-slurry wear tests Matrox® achieves a value 46% better than steel with an index of 80
High safety: flame retardant (UL94/V0) possible

Typical areas of application

Bunker and silo linings
Mine vehicles
Transport vehicles
Wagon linings

Application examples

Bunker and silo linings

In bunkers and silos large drop heights and the hard impact of the bulk goods cause extreme wear on the lining. The hopper-shaped outlet leads to core and mass flow problems. Safety requirements or the need to handle food, for instance, place further demands on the selection of the appropriate lining materials.

Lining for digger shovels

For areas in which the use of flame-retardant materials is appropriate or even prescribed, we recommend Matrox^® SE. The material combines good slide properties and high resistance to wear with a flame-retardant classification in fire class UL94 V0. That makes Matrox^® SE ideal for the lining of digger shovels in mining , for instance.

Lining material for bulk goods in the food industry

With FDA approval for use with food, our material Matrox^® FC can be used as a lining material for bulk goods in the food industry.

Linings for mining vehicles and trucks

Truck bodies can present a variety of problems, depending on their shape: caking can occur in the corners, the flow of material stops and wear destroys the dumper. The following lining materials may be suitable, depending on the type of dumper and the grain size, form, moisture and temperature of the bulk goods Matrox^®, Matrox^®U 110, Matrox^® EX 60 and Matrox^® X.

Wagon linings

The universal use of freight wagons for a wide variety of bulk goods demands a balance between protecting against wear and minimizing friction. In principle we recommend our Matrox^® SI 12 for hopper, saddle or standard type wagons. Particular bulk goods may create a requirement for special linings in certain circumstances. We would be happy to advise.

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PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® blue grey
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® EX 60 black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® FC natural
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® SE black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® SI 12 black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® U 110 green
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Matrox® X grey
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Polystone® M AST black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Polystone® M EL + EHS black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Polystone® M Flametech AST black
PE > PE-UHMW - PE 1000
Polystone® M Saphir blue
PA > PA 6 G
Lamigamid® 320

Arrange technical advice

The performance and reliability of linings used for materials handling is influenced by a variety of factors. These factors must be taken into account in order to select the right materials. Examples:

Type of goods being conveyed
Mechanical loading
Thermal loading
Use in areas at risk of explosion
Direct contact with food
External influences such as UV radiation and weathering
Design requirements

We are happy to advise you on the selection of suitable materials for your particular application. Just use our contact form at the bottom of the page and write to us.

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