To fully understand why Arcoplate can
deliver a far superior result it is necessary to look
at conventional plate. Conventional weld clad methods
of manufacture have been in use for over four decades
and have severe drawbacks. Some of these include distortion,
uneven (rough surface finish), underbead cracking and
deep cross checks.
The Arcoplate process overcomes these
problems and there is no need for post production
rolling or pressing.
This is normally required in other manufacturing processes
to achieve a flat plate. It also induces undesirable
biaxial stresses, which lead to the development of
underbead cracking and ultimately spalling of the hard
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With the Arcoplate process the plate
enters the process flat and emerges flat with the desired
alloy thickness applied in one pass.
The hardness of the plate is constant in all directions.
This process also ensures the overlay has a maximum
carbide content for the application.
The graph to the left illustrates the effect of carbide content on
wear resistance. This graph demonstrates the higher content of carbide
in Arcoplate greatly increasing its wear resistance. |
The Arcoplate process, which operates
under rigid controls, enables a homogeneous alloy overlay
to be smoothly bonded to a mild steel backing with
a 100% metallurgical bond between the alloy and the
mild steel.
Within specified limits this bond will withstand any
rolling or pressing that may be required in the formation
of various wear liner shapes. It also withstands the
impacts experienced in the operation of plant and equipment
without fracturing and spalling of the alloy overlay. |
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Unlike other wear plates, Arcoplate is manufactured
by a weld cast method, which removes the problems and alloy limitations
imposed by the old-fashioned welding methods. Arcoplate is able to
ensure full bonding of the alloy with no ridging or incomplete joints
and to achieve a homogeneous layer regardless of the thickness of
the overlay.
Find out the real Advantages of Arcoplate over our competitors. |
