UHMW PE (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) pipes and sheets are widely used in the mining industry due to their excellent properties. Here’s an overview of their usage:

1. Wear Protection:

• Lining chutes, hoppers, and bins to reduce wear from abrasive materials.
• Protecting conveyor belts and idlers.
• Shielding equipment from impact and abrasion.

2. Material Handling:

• Lining truck beds and rail cars for easier material discharge.
• Creating low-friction surfaces for material flow.

3. Piping Systems:

• Transporting slurries and tailings.
• Dewatering applications.
• Acid and chemical transportation.

4. Safety:

• Non-sparking properties make it suitable for use in explosive environments.
• Low coefficient of friction reduces the risk of material buildup and blockages.

5. Noise Reduction:

• Lining equipment to dampen noise from impacts and vibrations.

6. Corrosion Resistance:

• Protecting metal surfaces from chemical attack.
• Lining tanks and containers for chemical storage.

7. Screening and Separation:

• Manufacturing screen panels for sizing and classifying materials.

8. Environmental Protection:

• Lining settling ponds and tailings dams.
• Creating containment barriers for spill prevention.

9. Maintenance:

• Fabricating wear parts and components for various mining equipment.

10. Dust Control:

• Lining dust collection systems and transfer points.

UHMW PE is preferred in these applications due to its:

• High abrasion resistance.
• Low coefficient of friction.
• Chemical inertness.
• Impact resistance.
• Lightweight nature.
• Self-lubricating properties.
• Wide temperature range tolerance.