An introduction to abrasion resistance

Abrasion resistance is a term that describes the ability of a material to withstand wear and tear resulting from friction. The three main categories of material that require wear resistance properties to be imparted upon them are ceramics, metallics and polymers.

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Why abrasion happens

Materials wear out more quickly when they are subject to repeated friction; however, sometimes it is impossible to prevent that friction. In fact, sometimes friction is necessary for the material to perform its intended function. For example, the brake pads on a car are designed to stop the wheels from spinning, bringing the car safely to a halt, and they do this by applying friction.

Friction does, however, cause materials to abrade, so in order to extend the life of materials that will be repeatedly exposed to friction, it is necessary to apply an abrasion-resistant lining at the point of manufacture.

What is an abrasion resistant lining?

Companies such as www.kingfisher-industrial.com/wear-protection can tailor a bespoke abrasion resistant lining to satisfy specific use cases, whether it be extending the lifespan of industrial equipment or protecting it against the detrimental effects of compression.

This lining imparts protective qualities to the substrate, reducing the effects of abrasion upon it and helping it to perform optimally for longer. This represents better value for money to the consumer as components will not need to be replaced as often and can enhance the manufacturer’s reputation as a result.