In industries like construction and agriculture, equipment is regularly subjected to extreme levels of wear and tear. From scraping abrasive materials to enduring impact forces, machinery must be built to last. That’s why manufacturers and engineers are turning to innovative wear solutions like Duroxite® 200 Plate. Developed by SSAB, a global leader in steel technology, Duroxite® 200 offers exceptional durability, making it a trusted material in environments where both performance and longevity are critical.
This blog explores the unique properties of Duroxite® 200 Plate and its top applications in the construction and agricultural sectors. By understanding how this advanced overlay product enhances wear resistance, businesses can reduce downtime, cut maintenance costs, and improve overall productivity.
What is Duroxite® 200 Plate?
Duroxite® 200 Plate is a hardfaced overlay product that combines a wear-resistant chromium carbide-rich overlay with a tough and ductile Hardox® backing plate. The key benefit of Duroxite® 200 is its ability to deliver consistent wear performance from the surface down to 75% of the overlay thickness. This means operators get longer-lasting wear protection without the risk of early failure.
Core features include:
- Uniform wear resistance throughout most of the overlay layer
- High hardness: typically 55–60 HRC
- Strong metallurgical bond between overlay and base plate
- Excellent impact resistance due to the Hardox® steel base
These properties make Duroxite® 200 a standout solution for wear-prone applications in rugged industries.
Why Wear Resistance Matters in Construction and Agriculture
In construction, heavy equipment like bulldozers, excavators, and dump trucks often handle abrasive materials such as rocks, gravel, and sand. Likewise, agricultural equipment such as plows, harvesters, and feed mixers are exposed to dirt, stones, and crop residue that cause gradual degradation of metal components.
If not properly protected, this wear can lead to:
- Frequent repairs and part replacements
- Unscheduled downtime
- Reduced machine efficiency
- Increased operational costs
With Duroxite® 200 Plate, manufacturers and operators gain a reliable way to extend the service life of components exposed to these challenges.
Top Applications of Duroxite® 200 Plate in Construction
1. Excavator Buckets and Shovels
Excavators are constantly digging into tough terrain and abrasive soil. The use of Duroxite® 200 for bucket liners and edges significantly increases wear resistance. The Hardox® base allows the bucket to maintain structural integrity while the overlay handles abrasion.
2. Dump Truck Liners
Hauling rocks and debris causes tremendous sliding wear inside dump beds. Lining the interior with Duroxite® 200 helps minimize material build-up and protects the base structure, reducing the frequency of repairs and replacements.
3. Dozer Blades and End Bits
Bulldozer blades face constant ground contact and impact. Duroxite® 200 maintains cutting efficiency and blade thickness over extended use, even in rocky environments.
4. Concrete Mixer Drums
The mixing action, combined with abrasive aggregate,s gradually wears down the steel surface of mixer drums. Duroxite® 200 Plate helps extend drum life and reduces the need for frequent relining.
Top Applications of Duroxite® 200 Plate in Agriculture
1. Plowshares and Tillage Equipment
Plows and tillers work in direct contact with soil, rocks, and debris. Over time, this degrades the metal surfaces, reducing efficiency and increasing fuel consumption. Duroxite® 200 ensures that these components maintain their sharpness and structural integrity longer.
2. Augers and Screw Conveyors
In feed mills and grain processing operations, augers are constantly moving abrasive materials. Duroxite® 200 is used to line or fabricate auger flights and screw conveyor surfaces, enhancing their ability to resist wear.
3. Chutes and Hoppers
Grain, feed, and fertilisers are often highly abrasive, especially when moisture is involved. Using Duroxite® 200 in chutes and hoppers reduces friction and wear, ensuring smoother material flow and longer component life.
4. Silage and Manure Equipment
Agricultural implements like silage cutters and manure spreaders operate in corrosive and abrasive conditions. Duroxite® 200 helps these machines endure heavy use without rapid material loss or structural weakening.
Benefits Beyond Wear Resistance
While Duroxite® 200 Plate is primarily known for its excellent wear protection, it also delivers other significant advantages:
– Improved Uptime and Reliability
Equipment protected with Duroxite® 200 requires less frequent maintenance, which translates into better productivity and less operational disruption.
– Predictable Wear Life
The consistent wear rate of Duroxite® 200 allows for scheduled maintenance rather than emergency breakdowns, giving operators better control over their maintenance planning.
– Customizable and Easy to Work With
Duroxite® 200 Plates can be cut, formed, and welded using standard practices, making them suitable for a wide variety of shapes and applications in both construction and farming equipment.
Choosing the Right Wear Solution
Selecting the right wear plate is critical for maximizing equipment efficiency. When evaluating options, consider:
- Type of wear: sliding, impact, or both
- Material flow rates and size of abrasives
- Exposure to heat or moisture
- Desired service life and budget
For applications with a high degree of sliding abrasion and moderate impact, Duroxite® 200 Plate delivers an ideal balance between performance and cost.
Conclusion
Construction and agriculture depend on durable, reliable equipment to maintain productivity and profitability. As abrasive conditions continue to pose a threat to equipment life, advanced solutions like Duroxite® 200 Plate are becoming essential.
Whether it’s reinforcing bulldozer blades on a job site or enhancing the durability of tillage equipment on a farm, Duroxite® 200 helps operators reduce downtime, lower maintenance costs, and increase overall performance.
By integrating Duroxite® 200 Plate into key applications, industries can confidently extend the service life of their most important assets and achieve better long-term value.
