Plastics for Crane Manufacturers and Heavy Equipment Applications

High strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and low maintenance requirements make plastics a sought-after material in cranes and heavy machinery. Their reduced weight, increased durability, UV resistance, general chemical resistance, and inability to corrode or rust when exposed to water compared to metal make them a great alternative material for structural, wear, and electrical components that see prolonged outdoor use. Plastics offer additional design flexibility for custom parts in heavy machinery and cranes.

Plastics for crane and heavy equipment applications fall under NAICS code #333120, 333248, 333923, 333924, 335314, 811310, and SIC code #3536.

• [Acetal Datasheet]
• [Extruded ABS Datasheet]
• [Machine Grade ABS Datasheet]
• [Acrylic Datasheet]
• [HDPE Datasheet]
• [Kydex^® Datasheet]
• [Nylon Datasheet]
• [Renovo-MPC™ Datasheet]
• [Polycarbonate Datasheet]
• [Polypropylene Datasheet]
• [PVC Type 1 Datasheet]
• [UHMW Datasheet]
• [UHMW Outrigger Pads Product Information]

Certain plastics feature excellent impact resistance and toughness and are often one of the materials chosen for applications where durability is a concern. Sturdy plastics include ABS, polycarbonate, and polyethylene.

Heavy duty plastics are materials designed to endure extreme mechanical stress, heavy loads, and exposure to hostile operating conditions. These plastics are used in applications where their high durability, strength, and wear resistance are required. Heavy duty plastics used in crane and heavy equipment include HDPE, nylon, UHMW, and acetal.

Plastics are used in machinery for many custom parts and metal part replacements ranging from gears and bearings to seals, wear components, and electrical insulators. Plastics cna provide enhanced performance, reduced weight, and cost-efficient savings compared to metal.

UHMW-PE (ultra high molecular weight polyethylene) is a tough, abrasion-resistant plastic with a higher molecular weight than HDPE. This gives UHMW enhanced abrasion resistance and impact strength over HDPE as well as a lower coefficient of friction. UHMW's properties make it suited for high-wear applications like wear strips, chute linings, and conveyor components.