From extreme wear and tear to renewed shine

The initial situation: Critical wear and production risk. During an inspection of the customer's plant, a critical condition was discovered on the concrete discharge hopper. It was not only completely worn out, but the transition area to the discharge hose was virtually "sealed over" by concrete deposits. This condition not only led to significant losses in material discharge efficiency but also posed a high risk of unplanned production downtime. It was clear that urgent action was required, demanding both rapid intervention and comprehensive technical expertise. After carefully dismantling the concrete discharge, our assembly team was able to examine the first hopper in detail. Despite the extensive wear, it was possible to produce a precise and perfectly fitting replica. This reconstruction ensures that the original functionality and geometric specifications of the hopper have been exactly restored, which is essential for a smooth material flow. However, the real challenge and the highlight of the project was the second hopper. Its degree of wear was so extreme that a simple copy or repair was no longer an option. A complete redesign was required on-site at the customer's location. Our experienced assembly team mastered this complex task thanks to their expertise and flexible approach. The newly designed hopper was then lined with our high-performance PUCEST wear plates. This lining, made from our specialized, highly abrasion-resistant material, offers maximum protection against the abrasive properties of the concrete. As the final step to complete the system, a matching PUCEST discharge hose was also installed. This completes the concrete discharge and ensures smooth and wear-resistant material flow.