Why It Outperforms Standard Urethane in Wear, Load, and Harsh Conditions
When industrial applications demand elastomers that can handle constant friction, high speed, heavy loads, and harsh environments, standard MDI or TDI-based polyurethane often falls. That’s where Vulkollan NDI-based polyurethane stands out. As a specialized China manufacturer of custom polyurethane products, we’ve seen how Vulkollan’s unique NDI (naphthalene diisocyanate) chemistry solves pain points that plague standard elastomers, including rapid wear in high-friction setups to failure under repeated heavy loads.
I. Unmatched Abrasion Resistance – Lasts 5–8x Longer Than Rubber
The rigid naphthalene ring in Vulkollan’s molecular structure creates a dense, tough surface that resists scraping, grinding, and impact damage. Unlike standard polyurethane (which wears thin in 3–6 months in high-friction jobs), Vulkollan maintains its shape and performance for years.
Real Application: A South African mining company struggled with conveyor belt rollers that needed replacement every 4 months—standard rubber rollers couldn’t handle coal dust and constant contact. We supplied custom Vulkollan rollers: after 2 years, the rollers still showed minimal wear, cutting replacement costs by 75%.
Another example: A Vietnamese coal mine used standard polyurethane monorail wheels for their ore lifts. The wheels wore thin every month, forcing costly shutdowns to replace them. We supplied custom Vulkollan monorail wheels (93A hardness, precision-machined to match their track width). After 6 months, the wheels still had less than 1mm of wear—eliminating 5+ annual replacements and saving the mine over $12,000 in maintenance costs.
II. Superior Dynamic Load Capacity – Handles Repeated Impact Without Fatigue
Industrial machinery (like vibrating screen, presses, or printing equipment) subjects elastomers to constant “flex and impact” cycles. Standard polyurethane often develops cracks or deforms under this stress, but Vulkollan’s NDI structure absorbs energy efficiently, resisting fatigue even under daily dynamic loads.
Real Application: A German construction equipment maker needed buffer blocks for their concrete vibrators. Standard urethane blocks cracked after 8 weeks of vibration (1,500 RPM). Our Vulkollan buffer blocks lasted 18 months, with no signs of fatigue—letting the vibrators run longer between maintenance checks.
For a Japanese printing press manufacturer, Vulkollan rollers proved game-changing. The rollers handle 10,000+ sheets per hour, maintaining consistent pressure without warping while standard rollers needed re-calibration every month.
III. Broad Chemical & Weather Resistance – in Harsh Environments
Industrial jobs often face oils, greases, solvents, or outdoor elements (UV, rain, extreme temps). Vulkollan holds up where standard urethane breaks down: it resists mineral oils, hydraulic fluids, and mild acids, plus retains performance from -40°C to 160°C.
Real Application: A Brazilian agricultural equipment company needed seals for their tractor hydraulic systems. Standard urethane seals swelled and leaked after 3 months of exposure to diesel and farm oils. We made custom Vulkollan seals: they stayed intact for 1 year, even in Brazil’s hot, humid climate.
For a European solar farm, Vulkollan mounting pads secured panel frames. Unlike rubber pads that cracked under UV exposure in 12 months, Vulkollan pads remained flexible after 5 years, protecting panels from wind vibration.
IV. Customizable to Fit Exact Job Needs
As a custom manufacturer, we don’t just supply off-the-shelf Vulkollan parts. We tailor them to your equipment’s unique requirements:
- Hardness: 70A (flexible for seals) to 95A (rigid for load-bearing parts)
- Shapes: Complex designs (wear strips, grooved rollers & wheels, tapered seals, custom gaskets)
- Surface finishes: Smooth for sealing, textured for grip (e.g., forklift wheels)
Real Application: A French food processing plant needed Vulkollan scrapers for their bread dough mixers. The scrapers had to be food-safe (FDA-compliant), flexible enough to reach mixer corners, and tough enough to resist dough buildup. We customized 80A Vulkollan scrapers with a slightly textured edge—they’ve been in use for 14 months, with no need for replacement.
V. Why Choose Our Vulkollan NDI-based Polyurethane?
We offer both Vulkollan and Vulkollan equivalents products, we use genuine NDI monomers and follow strict quality controls (ISO 9001 certified). We also provide:
Technical support (our engineers help you design parts for maximum performance)
Free material samples (test Vulkollan in your own equipment before buying)
Fast lead times (2–4 weeks for custom parts)
Ready to Upgrade Your Industrial Elastomers?
If your current parts (rubber, standard urethane) are failing too soon, Vulkollan NDI-based polyurethane is the upgrade you need. Contact our team today—share your equipment specs, and we’ll design a custom Vulkollan solution that lasts longer, performs better, and saves you money.