Case Study: Eliminating Offshoring Allows Installation of Conveyor Drives Rollers Without Affecting Production Schedules.

Tailored Polyurethane Solutions by Reaction Industries.

Reaction Industries prides itself on delivering high-quality polyurethane solutions through an in-house processing and open casting polyurethane molding process. As a specialized division of Caster Concepts, Reaction Industries combines decades of expertise with advanced manufacturing processes to meet the demanding needs of various industries.

Situation: Eliminating Offshoring to Maintain Production Schedules.

An automobile assembly plant faced a significant challenge: replacing their conveyor power drive rollers in a timely manner. The existing rollers, manufactured in Italy, resulted in extended lead times due to slow and costly overseas freight. These rollers were critical for conveying automobiles through the weld and final assembly processes, and delays in their delivery could have disrupted the entire production schedule after a planned shutdown.

Solution:

The client contacted Caster Concepts for assistance, having previously collaborated on another conveyor system project at a different automobile assembly plant. The engineering and manufacturing team from Caster Concepts swiftly pulled together to design and produce the required rollers. Leveraging Reaction Industries’ in-house polyurethane processing and open-casting capabilities, the rollers were manufactured within just three weeks. This timely solution allowed for the installation of the drive rollers during the plant’s annual shutdown, avoiding production delays and costly downtime.

Reaction Industries: Driving Solutions with Polyurethane Expertise.

One of the key advantages of Reaction Industries is the ability to process polyurethane tread materials completely in-house. This ensures strict control over quality, enabling them to provide custom formulations tailored to your application. Whether you need a tread designed for ergonomics, high-speed powered applications, or resistance to harsh environments, Reaction Industries delivers precision-engineered polyurethane parts that meet the most stringent requirements.

RI’s open-casting process allows them to mold rigid polyurethane parts using high-quality, custom-designed steel molds. During production, they carefully balance the mold, insert, and material temperatures to achieve the best possible finish, ensuring a long-lasting, durable product.

The open-casting process offers unparalleled flexibility in creating customized parts, from industrial caster wheels to complex components that need specialized properties, such as minimizing scrap metal pickup or resisting chemicals and moisture. By handling every step of production in-house, Reaction Industries maintains complete oversight of each project, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.

A Commitment to Excellence in Polyurethane Casting

Reaction Industries’ polyurethane molding process plays a critical role in producing parts for heavy-duty industrial applications. Every product is cast manually to avoid air entrapment, ensuring strong cross-linking and maximum durability. This attention to detail helps prevent premature wear and failure, even in the most demanding environments.

By eliminating offshoring and leveraging our in-house capabilities, Reaction Industries can meet the most demanding timelines while delivering top-quality solutions. Whether you’re looking for parts to improve ergonomics in your facility or solutions that withstand chemicals and moisture, Reaction Industries has the capabilities and expertise to deliver.

Case Study: Eliminating Offshoring Allows Installation of Conveyor Drives Rollers Without Affecting Production Schedules.