Protective Roll Covers and R2R Engineering Hard Chrome Plating
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Protective roll covers are a great way to protect critical process rollers. They can be custom-made for any roller and prevent body damage while not in operation or in storage. Without these protective covers, damaged rollers may not be able to be installed, which could delay the process line or prevent it from starting up. Web manufacturing lines require a significant capital investment and rollers are the heart of the system.
Refinishing Chromium Plated Rollers
Plating is a great way to extend the life of your process rollers. Hard chrome is a hard metal, 68 to 70 Rockwell Scale. It is very resistant to corrosion and wear, and can be polished to achieve a satin or matte finish. However, not all chrome is created equal. To get the maximum benefit from this alloy, consider its thickness and the process used to achieve a perfect finish. Chrome rollers will last longer than their counterparts, which is a great advantage.
Hexavalent chromium is a chemical substance that is used to mitigate corrosion of aerospace aluminum alloys. The EPA and OSHA have found that hexavalent chromium is dangerous for workers. This is why R2R Engineering hard chrome plated rollers are the best choice for your applications. These rollers are extremely durable, and will last a lifetime. This material is also easy to maintain and is highly corrosive-resistant.
Protective Roll Covers
The chromium-plated rolls of R2R Engineering offer durability and a long productive life. Because precision roll replacements are costly, it's advantageous to refinish them and extend their useful life. In addition, refinishing precision web rolls is a cost-effective way to maintain production efficiency and product quality. These hard-chrome-plated rolls offer superior strength and corrosion resistance.
Lifespan of Chromium Plated Rollers
Among the many ways to extend the life of your production equipment is a chrome roller coating. Not only is chrome a cost-effective choice, but it's also highly corrosion and wear-resistant. It comes in several different finishes, including highly polished, matte, and satin. However, not all chrome rollers are created equal. Consider the thickness and process of the chrome coating, as well as the finish on the roller's surface. The right combination of these factors will extend the lifespan of your rollers and increase the productivity of your system.
Cost of Refinishing Chromium Plated Rollers
When hard-chrome-plated rollers start to show signs of wear and tear, a thorough refinishing is required. Hard-chrome-plated rollers are the most popular choice for the PVC film industry, and are surprisingly inexpensive to repair. This process results in smooth surfaces, increased strength, and a better overall metal surface quality. However, there are several things to consider before refinishing your chrome-plated rollers.
First, hard chrome is an industrial-grade coating. It has many unique properties. It is dense, hard, and corrosive-resistant. It also has a low coefficient of friction. Because it is so hard and has such low coefficient of friction, it is highly desirable in many industries. Refinishing hard-chrome rollers is the most cost-effective way to prolong their life.
Hard-chrome-plated rollers are highly durable, but the process of hard-chrome plating is highly complicated. Depending on the part's size, components are submerged in multiple large tanks. Large tanks are notorious for being contaminated and imperfectly plated. Even minor imperfections in the coating can negatively impact performance in the field. Masking areas that are not to be plated is very difficult. Additionally, hard-chrome plating is limited in the materials it can apply and the thickness of the coating.
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