Rope Drums
Changing out crane rope drums or replacing the wire rope is a demanding
and time consuming operation for your maintenance team. Based on a study
conducted by a technical association that supports the steel industry,
the number one reason for replacing rope drums is wear of the grooves.
Wear can make the top surface of the separating land extremely sharp, creating
the potential for cutting the wire rope. Wear in the base of the grooves results
in corrugations that prevent the wire rope from twisting, pinching and damaging
the rope. The answer to address both of these problems is in the material and
heat treatment of your rope drum.
While Xtek offers a full range of rope drum material and heat treatments, our
TSP carburized rope drums virtually eliminate maintenance on the drum and
significantly improve the performance of your wire rope.
Design Advantages of Xtek TSP Rope Drums:
- Carburized and hardened to 60-65 Rockwell C
- Virtually eliminate crushing and corrugation of the rope groove
surface
- Extend the life of your wire rope
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