BENEFITS OF POLYURETHANE ROLLERS

BENEFITS OF POLYURETHANE ROLLERS

    Marring of products - Polyurethane with pigment or in its natural state, does not mar nor damage any material it comes into contact with.  However, rubber has carbon added to it and when it comes into contact with products, it can leave black marks on them.  Additionally, metal is very hard and will not only mar objects, but it can also damage them.

Chemical/Water Resistance - Polyurethane outperforms rubber in applications that are either submerged or exposed to wet environments for a long period of time, where rubber would rot over time or metal may corrode.  

    Abrasion Resistance - Polyurethane has excellent abrasion and wear resistance properties, resulting in fewer instances of needing replaced. In instances where rollers experience a great deal of abrasion from combining dynamic loads and high friction, polyurethane surpasses natural rubber.  For these reasons, urethane is best for conveyor, driving and printing rollers.

Low Permanent Set - Rebound is essential for printing, driving and coveyor rollers.  Polyurethane can be manufactured to handle your heavy items and not take a set.

    Tensile Strength & Elongation- Polyurethane has the ability to handle more pounds per square inch than rubber without rupturing and breaking apart. This is especially beneficial for driving and conveyor rollers when systems are running fast and carrying a great deal of weight.