Ryertex grades like G7 and PG (NEMA G3) withstand temperatures up to 160°C (320°F) and higher, offering dimensional stability and strength in extreme conditions.

Ryertex has high compressive strength, low friction, wear resistance, and thermal stability, making it ideal for demanding industrial environments.

Ryertex is used in bearings, bushings, wear plates, and electrical insulation in the steel, paper, power generation, hydro electric, oil and gas, mining, aerospace, and rail industries.

Ryertex is a modern brand of phenolic laminate materials, similar to Micarta, which was first developed in 1907. While Micarta is the more widely recognized generic name, Ryertex offers expanded options in resins and substrates for advanced industrial applications.

Yes. Ryertex replaces metal in applications requiring high wear resistance, low friction, or corrosion resistance, reducing downtime and maintenance costs in equipment like cranes and milling equipment.

Yes. Nylon sheaves resist corrosion, chemicals, and moisture, making them suitable for harsh environments like construction sites, marine applications, or chemical processing plants.

Nylon sheaves are lighter, self-lubricating, and corrosion-resistant. They reduce wire rope wear and maintenance costs while improving safety in heavy equipment applications.

In conveyors and lifting equipment, nylon sheaves reduce friction, protect wire ropes, and lower system weight, improving efficiency and reducing downtime.

Nylon, UHMW, and Ryertex are ideal for wear pads due to their low friction, high durability, and impact resistance.

Nylon wear pads are lightweight (one-seventh the weight of steel), self-lubricating, and corrosion-resistant.

Acetal wear pads have high strength, low friction, and minimal moisture absorption. They are ideal for wet environments in applications requiring precise tolerances, such as material handling.

Consider load requirements, environmental conditions (e.g., wet, chemical exposure), temperature, and friction needs. WS Hampshire helps select materials like Ryertex for high heat or UHMW-PE for chemical resistance.

Plastic components like sheaves and wear pads are fabricated by CNC machining, thermoforming, or vacuum forming at WS Hampshire’s 135,000 sq ft facility.

Non-metallic materials like Ryertex and nylon reduce maintenance because they are self-lubricating, corrosion resistant, and low wear, minimizing downtime in construction equipment.

Thermoplastics like Timco Technical Plastics are lighter, corrosion-resistant, and self-lubricating compared to metals. This reduces weight, maintenance, and wear.

Choose outrigger pads based on equipment weight, ground conditions, and material strength.

Durable plastics like Timco Technical Plastics reduce weight, eliminate lubrication needs, and resist corrosion in material handling systems like conveyors, rollers, wear pads, and packaging equipment.

Thermoplastics like nylon and UHMW offer low friction, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties. This extends component life, reduces maintenance, and adds efficiency.

Yes. Worn nylon table and gate rolls can be reconstructed, saving about half the cost of replacement and reducing waste.

Plastics like Ryertex and nylon replace brass in rolling mills due to their lower friction, corrosion resistance, and ability to operate without lubrication.

Plastics like nylon reduce component weight (e.g., spindle slippers), simplify installation, and minimize wear, improving safety and reducing downtime in rolling mills.

Ryertex composite laminates and Timco Technical Plastics (e.g., nylon, UHMW) are used in steel and aluminum rolling mills as alternatives to steel, bronze, and brass for components like chock liners, thrust collars, and mandrel covers.

Ryertex has high mechanical strength, wear resistance, and thermal stability that reduces downtime, prevents surface marking, and handles high-speed, high-load conditions well.

Timco Technical Plastics, such as nylon and UHMW, are engineering thermoplastics used in roll shops and finishing processes for pads, bumpers, and guides, providing low friction and corrosion resistance.

Non-metallic bearings, like those made from Ryertex or nylon, are lighter, corrosion-resistant, and self-lubricating compared to metal bearings, reducing maintenance and wear in industrial applications.

Non-metallic bearings and bushings offer low friction, self-lubrication, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties, reducing maintenance costs, wear on mating parts, and downtime in industrial applications.

Grades G7 Ryertex bearings can withstand temperatures up to 572°F. They are suitable for high-heat environments like steel mills. Thermoplastics have lower limits (e.g., 160°F for UHMW).

Composite bearings like Ryertex are lighter, corrosion-resistant, and require less maintenance than metal bearings.

Timcolite cribbing plates resist warping, splintering, and water absorption, unlike wood. Durable Timcolite comes with a lifetime guarantee and no pilferage value for heavy equipment applications.

Outrigger pads should be at least three times the area of the outrigger foot for firm ground. Larger or thicker Timcolite pads are recommended for soft or muddy conditions.

Timcolite outrigger pads are lightweight, non-conductive, and corrosion-resistant, with a lifetime guarantee against breakage under normal conditions. This lowers transportation costs and enhances safety.

Yes. Timcolite cribbing plates can be custom-engraved with logos, phone numbers, or part numbers. They can be fabricated in nontraditional sizes or shapes to meet specific equipment needs.

Composite outrigger pads, like Timcolite, are one-seventh the weight of steel, non-conductive, and corrosion-resistant.

PET-GL, an internally lubricated thermoplastic polyester, provides enhanced wear resistance, low friction, and dimensional stability with minimal moisture absorption, overcoming stick-slip in linear bearings.

Thermoplastics have a low coefficient of friction, self-lubricating properties, and chemical resistance. They require less maintenance compared to metal components.

MoS2 + Oil or solid lubricant-filled Nylon are great choices for high-load, low-speed bearing applications due to their load-carrying capacity and low wear rate.

Nylon offers higher tensile strength and heat resistance (up to 250°F), while Acetal provides better dimensional stability in wet conditions and resistance to organic solvents.

Thermosets form irreversible chemical bonds and cure into a permanent shape. They have high heat resistance, compressive strength, and rigidity but cannot be remelted. Thermoplastics can be melted and reshaped. They have high tensile strength, toughness, and flexibility but lower heat resistance.

Thermosets include Ryertex (phenolic, epoxy, melamine composites), while thermoplastics include nylon, UHMW, Acetal, and PET-GL, used in applications like bearings, insulation, and conveyor components.