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Self-Lubricating Nylatron Keep Gears Running Smoothly

One of the versatile families of thermoplastics from Dotmar EPP is the Nylatron range. Self-lubricating Nylatron MC901 is very suitable for applications where there are large open gears in operation, especially cast iron or steel gears that are open to the atmosphere.

Because Nylatron gears don't have exposed lubricant - lubricant is built into the material from which the gears are made - they don't attract dust, dirt and grime onto any of the moving parts. This unwelcome grime can act as a grinding paste, damaging gears and greatly decreasing their longevity. The gears engineered from Nylatron MC901 also contain a built-in heat stabilizer. This permits longer usage in temperatures of up to 120 °C, as well as low noise output, superior fatigue resistance and dimensional stability.

Interested in this product? Contact us now.

Nylatron gears don't attract dust, dirt and grime.

Conveyor Maintenance: Check Chains and Sprockets for Long Life Conveying

A popular discussion topic in the power transmission industry is the direction of travel for offset sidebar conveyor chains. This affects the performance and life expectancy of the conveyor chain and sprockets.

In part 1 of this 3 part series, we will discuss direction of travel for offset sidebar conveyor chains. Read more.

Can Polycarbonate sheet be used outdoors?

Not all grades of polycarbonate are UV stable and suitable for outdoor use and will generally degrade and turn yellow after prolonged exposure to UV. Read more.

The Australian Plastics Industry began during World War 1 when the first plastic buttons was manufactured during the 1950's and 1960's. Today, it is one of Australia's largest manufacturing sectors and employs over 40 000 people.

Plastics are one of the most resource efficient and versatile materials available to society.

Did you know?

Most plastics are fully recyclable and after serving its original purpose can be recycled or used as an alternative fuel. Plastic waste has a calorific value equal to that of coal, but with less CO2 emissions. Read more.

ISO 15270 will help expand plastics recovery and recycling worldwide

A new ISO International Standard will assist the emerging worldwide market for plastic recovery and recycling. Read More.

Greetings

A Happy New Year to you and Best Wishes from Dotmar for a Prosperous 2009.

This is the first issue of our new "look" SOLUTIONS e-newsletter and it's packed full of exciting news. SOLUTIONS will still be distributed on a monthly basis, but will now feature broader content and "regular" news sections. The new SOLUTIONS allows you to stay in touch with product news, latest industry trends, technical tips and serves to answer some of those perplexing plastic questions.

We trust you will find the newsletter and the introduction of a new Dotmar website towards the end of February beneficial and informative.

Regards
Scott Foster
Group General Manager - Sales / Marketing

We welcome comments or suggestions for future issues of SOLUTIONS. Please feel free to contact our Marketing Department directly in this regard. yolande.kruger@dotmar.com.au.

Conveyors

Eurobelt Series B50 Modular Plastic Belts Combine Exceptional Belt Strength with Improved Hygiene

First, Eurobelt manufactured belts for higher resistance demands, with further improvements resulting in easy-to-clean belts.

Now Eurobelt modular belts have evolved to combine both characteristics in one unique belt.

Interested in this product? Contact us now.

DotNews

Bulk Handling Awards

Dotmar and TruEnergy received a joint nomination and made it as finalists for the 2009 Bulk Handling Awards in the categories - Innovative Technology and Best Practice OHS. Being convened for the third time, the Australian Bulk Handling Awards recognize excellence and achievement in Australia's bulk and powder handling sectors.

Dotmar contributed to the "Innovations in Bulk Handling & Processing" Conference and addressed delegates on "The Use of High Performance Polymers for Bulk Handling". John Riordan, DOTMAR - Projects Manager, discussed the merits of polymers and the advantages these unique material offer in the field of bulk handling.

Download the complete technical paper here.