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Tension Rolls
Urethane Tension Rolls: Precise Control for Steel Processing
Tension Rolls
Universal Urethane Products offers high-performance tension rolls designed to maintain precise strip tension and smooth material flow in steel processing lines. Our urethane-coated rolls provide exceptional grip, abrasion resistance, and non-marring protection, ensuring reliable operation and superior product quality.
Purpose-Built Tension Rolls for Precise Web Control
Engineered to measure and maintain accurate strip or web tension in high-speed processing lines, our tension rolls deliver exceptional performance in demanding industrial environments.
- Ground, polished, or plasma-coated surfaces with roughness options (4–32 Ra) or optional grooved patterns provide superior grip, ensuring precise control even on oily or slippery materials.
- Precision aluminum, steel, or stainless steel cores with hard anodize, chrome plating, or polyurethane coatings withstand loads up to 400 lbs (standard) and 3000 lbs (overload) while resisting wear and corrosion.
- Polyurethane coatings, available in the 90–95 Shore A range, provide an optimal balance between impact absorption, grip, and long-term durability, ensuring accurate tension measurement and control under continuous, high-tension operation.
Custom Solutions: New Cores or Roller Recovery
Optimize your processing line with our durable, cost-effective urethane tension rolls:
- New Core Design & Fabrication:
We engineer custom cores with robust steel or aluminum construction and precision urethane covers to handle high loads and demanding conditions. - Strip and Recover Existing Rolls:
Extend the life of your existing tension rolls with our strip and recover service. We remove worn covers, inspect cores, and apply fresh urethane, restoring optimal performance at a fraction of the cost of new rolls.
Why Choose Urethane Tension Rolls?
Urethane covers deliver critical benefits for tension rolls in steel processing:
- Abrasion Resistance:
Exceptional wear protection for continuous, high-speed operation. - Chemical Resistance:
Defends against oils, solvents, and industrial chemicals, preventing premature degradation. - Noise Reduction:
Damps noise and vibration, promoting a safer, quieter workplace. - Non-Marring Surface:
Protects steel products from dents, scratches, and surface defects. - High Traction:
Ground surface ensures consistent grip and minimal slippage, essential for maintaining tension control. - Extended Service Life:
High durometer urethane (60–80 Shore A) withstands heavy loads and frequent cycling without cracking or deforming.
Applications for Urethane Tension Rolls
Our tension rolls are essential for maintaining strip tension and ensuring smooth, controlled movement in:
- Steel and aluminum processing lines
- Pickling lines
- Galvanizing and coating lines
- Cold rolling and hot rolling mills
The Universal Urethane Advantage
- In-House Engineering and Manufacturing: Design to finishing, everything happens under one roof.
- Fast Turnaround and Dependable Delivery: We prioritize uptime with quick, responsive service.
- Lower Total Cost of Ownership: Extended wear life, reduced downtime, and lower maintenance make urethane the economical choice.
- Expert Guidance: Our team helps you select the right urethane formulation, durometer, and surface texture for your operation.
Universal Urethane Products: Durable. Dependable. Engineered for Steel.
Upgrade Your Tension Rolls Today!
Contact Universal Urethane Products for durable, high-performance urethane tension rolls engineered to optimize tension control, protect product surfaces, and minimize maintenance costs in demanding steel processing applications.
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