Why polyurethane rollers out-perform other materials

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If you need to specify an industrial roller finish for your manufacturing process, this article explains why polyurethane rollers outperform other materials. The humble roller fulfils a multitude of roles while coping with ‘heroic’ levels of pressure, friction, and potential environmental interference. It is generally a component that needs to rotate on a central axis… Read more »

What are conveyor belt rollers?

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The ‘wheels of industry’ are often in fact cylinders; the conveyor belt roller (or conveyor belt wheel) that underpins countless production and goods-handling processes. Is it time to move your thinking on rollers? Millions of pounds worth of belt-type elevators, conveyors and turntables are bought each year in the UK, to move goods and materials… Read more »

Polyurethane Rollers vs Plastic or Rubber Rollers

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When it comes to picking the best material for industrial rollers there are a lot of variables that can have an effect on their performance and longevity. So, we’ve highlighted the three main materials, polyurethane, rubber and plastic to help you decide which material will work best for your roller requirements. Rollers are used in… Read more »

How polyurethane rollers are made

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Even in the age of technology, the integrity and reliability of basic machinery components such as rollers are still a priority, for a diverse range of manufacturing and materials processing companies. Getting traditional machinery components such as these 100% right can play a key role in product quality and consistency, and also in avoiding production… Read more »

Recycle your used Wheels and Rollers

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By recycling your used wheels and rollers you not only save on cost but you're being kinder to the environment. How we do it At Custom Moulded Polyurethane we understand the importance of efficiency in all aspects of your business including your green credentials, which is why we recycle used and worn out wheels and... Read more »

Conveyor belt rollers (Poly Rollers)

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We engineer and produce bespoke conveyor belt rollers according to your specification. Conveyor belt rollers are responsible for supporting the movement of heavy goods and other important materials, so they need to offer faultless operation under any condition. Carefully formulated Polyurethane has an unparalleled ability to withstand tension and compression meaning one less maintenance headache!

Polyurethane Rollers

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Polyurethane is used in the manufacture of a variety of rollers.

Polyurethane is longer lasting and offers a much higher load capacity than alternative rubber and plastics.