Overview
This three-way chute is designed to sort various materials based on plant production requirements. It handles Bulk materials (limestone or others) ranging from 2mm to 200mm, managing a high-impact zone with a 3-meter drop height."
Industry
Chemical plants
Location
Nancy, FR
Component/Workpiece
Chute
Business Type
Integra - Workshop
Job Type
Repair
Type of Wear
Base Metal
Quenched & tempered steel
General Dimensions (mm)
300mmx300mmx15mm
The challenge the customer was facing
The manufacturer suggested ceramic lining to fight abrasion. However, due to the 3-meter drop, ceramic tiles aren't performing well. The heavy limestone blocks cause them to crack or debond upon impact
Previous Service Life
3mo
How WA solved the challenge
We visited the client's site to inspect the installation and assess the extent of the damage. A significant portion of the ceramic tiles had been dislodged, leaving the steel structure exposed and leading to hole formation. To resolve this, we replaced the lining with our CREUSABRO wear-resistant steel. To match the original 17mm thickness, we used 15mm plates combined with 3mm rubber gaskets (2mm when compressed). This solution fills the gap and also acts as a shock absorber to handle heavy impacts
Product Category
Integra Services
Product Description
CREUSABRO AND RUBBER
Job Duration
1mo
Technical Advantages
This solution significantly extends service life while maintaining the original dimensions. This ensures a seamless fit, making maintenance and future replacements much easier for the onsite teams
Service Life
1y
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Solution Revenue
€2,450
Contributor
Benjamin ROLDAN
benjamin.roldan@wa-produr.com
Created
May 5, 2026
Submitted
May 5, 2026
Approved By
Bastien Gerard
May 7, 2026