UHMW
Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMW-PE)
UHMW has excellent wear and abrasion resistance and is highly resistant to many corrosive chemicals, has extremely low moisture absorption, and a very low coefficient of friction.
UHMW is FDA approved making it safe to use in food processing applications.
It is available in many grades for a range of applications; comes in a variety of colors, and is available in sheet, tubing, and rod.
Sheets thickness ranges from 1/16″ to more than 6″ thick; 48″ X 120″ sheets are the standard but can be ordered in sizes as large as 120″ X 120″
Types:
Sheet
Rod
Extruded Angles
Extruded Channels
Extruded Tubing
Tape With Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Backing