Due to their properties and advantages, technical plastics are being used more and more frequently in mechanical engineering and are increasingly replacing components made of steel. The advantages are obvious: PE-HMW or PE-UHMW plastics are much lighter than steel and do not oxidize. Furthermore, they are less susceptible to wear and therefore have a much longer service life. Modern plastics are very resistant, have favorable sliding resistance behavior and high abrasion and wear resistance.
The applications in machine and plant engineering are highly individual – as the machines and plants themselves. Since one machine is rarely like another, the requirements for the plastic or the geometry of the components are also special in 90% of cases. From standard components to complex special solutions, with LuxTek you have the right partner at your side.
In mechanical and plant engineering, wherever metal materials—such as metal chains and belts—are used in metal rails, regular lubrication is unavoidable. Our self-lubricating plastic rails protect your chains and belts, resulting in significantly less wear. This ensures the long-term functionality of your machines. Additionally, machines equipped with plastic guides operate more quietly and guarantee optimal running characteristics while simultaneously reducing wear. The material is cost-effective to purchase and is ideally suited for continuous use as a guide or sliding rail for round and roller chains, as well as belts.
Other components that extend the lifespan of machinery and equipment are tensioning systems. Due to continuous movements, wear parts such as belts and chains are typically subjected to high stress. Without proper tension, chain links elongate over time, which can negatively impact smooth operation after a while. Chain and belt tensioners made from LuxTek plastics increase the lifespan of your conveyor and drive systems, minimizing the wear on your equipment.
We manufacture guide and sliding rails, as well as tensioning systems, according to your specifications—cost-effectively and even in small quantities. Request your custom design today, and we’ll be happy to assist you with expert advice.