UHMW MOLDED PARTS
B.I.R.S. Machine & Supply distributor of UHMW molded parts.
UHMW-PE molding is a proven solutions to the most difficult manufacturing engineering
problems. Using a proprietary molding process for Ultra High Molecular Weight
Polyethylene (UHMW-PE), UHMW Molded components create the highest-quality,
complex parts with characteristics that are superior to any other plastic material.
UHMW CHARACTERISTICS
UHMW-PE has a low coefficient of friction, decreasing the energy needed to operate
machinery. The agriculture industry has found that using UHMW-PE as opposed to steel
in scraper applications increased fuel economy, reduced noise levels and increased wear
resistance. In material handling, the use of UHMW-PE sprockets and bearing surfaces
have not only improved overall performance but have extended the life of conveying
systems. In food handling systems UHMW-PE has eliminated the need for unwanted
grease or oil lubricating methods, in fact, UHMW-PE is FDA and USDA approved for
direct food contact.
UHMW-PE (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene)
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7 times lighter than steel
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3 times lighter than aluminum
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Unmatched impact strength
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Outwears abrasion resistance steel by 10 to 1
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Thermal resistance -460 to + 200F
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Non-staining
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Chemical resistance
UHMW-PE is a unique plastic with an extremely high modecular weight - 4.5 million to 6
million. It is this high molecular weight that gives UHMW-PE its unsurpassed combination
of slickness, toughness and chemical resistance. Molded UHMW components use 100%
virgin UHMW-PE in every product.
UHMW-PE molded components can be used in all types of industres including:
recreational, agricultural, medical, transportation, industrial, food and drug.
APPLICATION EXAMPLES
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Auger Bearings
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Augers
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Bearing Blocks
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Bearings Seals
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Bearing Shields
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Belt Guide Rollers
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Belt Idlers
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Blower Fins
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Bogey Wheels
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Bumper Blocks
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Bushings
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Cable Guides
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Cams
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Cam Followers
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Cam Guides
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Chain Covers
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Chain Guides
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Chain Wear Plates
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Chutes
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Conveyor Belt Wipers
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Conveyor Flights
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Conveyor Rollers
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Chain-Tensioning Blocks
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Conveyor Worm Screws
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Crowner Discharge
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Cutting boards
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Cutting Surfaces
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Feed Screws
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Feeder Arm Tips
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Flat Chain Wear Pads
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Flow Guides
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Gears & Sprockets
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Guide Plates
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Guide Rails
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Guide Rollers
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Glue Sealer Surfaces
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Idler Cones
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Mixer Paddles
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Picker Parts
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Pulleys
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Rack & Pinions
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Rotating Seals & Bearings
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Shaker Table Surfaces
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Shims
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Slides
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Sliding Bearings
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Star Wheels
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Telescope Rod Bearings
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Wiper Blades
B.I.R.S. Machine & Supply Inc
12 Buckelew Bridge Road
Anniston, Alabama 36207
P: (256) 405-5370
F: (256) 831-9057
E: salesbirsmachine@gmail.com
www.knowbirs.com
We are located in east Alabama just off Interstate I20 between Atlanta, Georgia and Birmingham, Alabama.

