Composite vs. Wood/Aluminum Outrigger Pads

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Outrigger pads are used for cranes, lifts, fire truck equipment, drill equipment, and more to distribute weight over the ground and improve stability. Common outrigger pad materials include composite, wood, and aluminum. For most applications, composite pads outperform traditional wood and aluminum outrigger pads in terms of longevity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Here, we’ll compare […]

Ryertex G10 & G11 for Data Centers, Renewable Energy, and Emerging Technologies

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CNC-Machined Ryertex G10 & G11 for Power Systems In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, structural and insulating laminates play a vital role in ensuring efficiency, safety, and durability. Whether in data centers, renewable energy systems, or groundbreaking fusion technology, high-performance materials like Ryertex G10 and G11 are essential for withstanding extreme electrical, thermal, and mechanical […]

Ryertex FR4 Products

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Ryertex is a family of high-performance, fiber-reinforced plastic composites designed for use in demanding industrial applications. These materials are used for electrical insulation or as a metal substitute in high-speed, high-temperature, or high-load applications, or where lubrication loss is a concern. Due to their versatility, Ryertex composites are used extensively across industries like steel and […]

Ryertex Composites vs. Timco Thermoplastics: How to Choose

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Selecting the Right Material for the Job Selecting the right material for a project is essential to the durability, performance, and cost-effectiveness of that application. For wear components, composites and thermoplastics offer distinct advantages over metals, including corrosion resistance, weight reduction, and elimination of wear to mating components. When choosing between Ryertex composites and Timco […]

Boosting Performance, Extending Lifespan

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In industries like construction, forestry, mining, oil and gas, and others that use cranes, bulldozers, excavators, lifts, dump trucks, and other heavy equipment, wear and tear on components is inevitable. Depending on operating conditions and the work being performed, maintenance, repair, and replacement of worn components can cause excessive downtime, labor, and expense. WS Hampshire […]

Nylon vs. Delrin®

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Two Strong Contenders in the World of Plastics When selecting materials for industrial or consumer applications, nylon and Delrin® often top the list of options. These engineering-grade plastics are both known for their durability, versatility, and impressive mechanical properties. However, they have distinct qualities that make them each better choices for different applications. While nylon […]

Understanding CNC Machining Tolerances to Maximize quality, reduce cost, and navigate design challenges

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Eli Whitney, the inventor of the cotton gin, is credited with the concept of interchangeable parts. During a presentation to the United States Congress in 1801, he illustrated how all of the components needed for an assembly should be produced according to a set of exacting standards— in other words, to specific dimensions and tolerances—thus […]

What Is FRP Material?

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Fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) is a composite material characterized by its robustness and versatility. It is an important material in numerous construction and civil engineering applications, including electrical insulation, structural components, bearing and wear applications, and metal substitutes. To see if it’s the right material for your project, learn more about the characteristics of FRP material […]

What Are Thermoset Materials?

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Thermosets are insoluble, polymer-based materials with high-temperature melting points. Typically possessing superior strength compared to that of thermoplastics, thermoset materials undergo a chemical reaction at a certain temperature and reach a solid state upon curing. From that point on, the properties of these synthetic composites are “set,” resulting in materials that are unlikely to deform […]

What Is an Industrial Laminate?

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Industrial laminates are used in a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. WS Hampshire specializes in laminate fabrication, and our Ryertex® composite laminates and TIMCO Technical Plastics brands are known as the best in the industry. From electrical circuit boards and structural panels to bearings, bushings, and wear parts, our industrial laminates deliver reliable […]