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Replacing Failed Chain After Only 1 Year: Why Did the Customer Choose Tsubaki?

High drying temperatures are the "No. 1 enemy" that can destroy standard plastic cable carrier systems in a very short time. At a paper roll drying facility, a competitor's plastic chain system suffered severe cracking and fractures after less than a year of operation.

Below is an analysis of the material selection errors and how Tsubaki provided a definitive solution for the customer.

1. When Temperatures Exceed the Limits of Standard Plastic

The carrier system (cable carrier) operating in the customer's paper roll drying area encountered a critical failure. Despite being in service for less than a year, the existing chain developed extensive cracks. This was not merely a component failure; it posed a direct threat to the internal electrical cabling.

In the drying section, continuous radiant heat from the Dryer Cylinders creates an extremely harsh working environment. This leads to "Thermal Embrittlement": the plastic loses its elasticity, becoming stiff and brittle under operational stress. Such incidents not only destroy the chain but also risk severing the cables, which can trigger a total production line shutdown at any moment.

2. The Tsubaki Solution: On-site Survey and Material Optimization

Identifying that the bottleneck lay in the material's heat resistance, the Tsubaki technical team conducted an on-site survey and recommended a conversion to the Tsubaki KabelSchlepp TKP45H25 series.

The key factors that set Tsubaki apart include:

• Specialized Engineering Plastics: Specifically designed to maintain a flexible structure even under continuous high-temperature exposure, completely eliminating the risk of heat-induced cracking.

• High-Intensity Operational Capability: A robust link joint design allows the chain to withstand continuous bending motions without compromising mechanical durability.

3. The Result: Enduring Durability and Absolute Safety

Since the installation of the Tsubaki chain, the system has operated stably, surpassing the one-year milestone with no signs of degradation. The customer has achieved their goal of Zero-downtime and completely eliminated the costs of annual periodic component replacement.

Is your business facing frequent component failures? Don't wait for a total shutdown. Contact Tsubakimoto Vietnam today for a professional technical survey and the most optimal solution for your production environment!