In the crane, lifting, and heavy equipment industry, extendable boom systems are constantly exposed to high mechanical loads, shock, vibration, and sliding contact between boom sections. Traditional wear pad materials can create a phenomenon known as stick-slip, where friction causes the boom to move inconsistently or jerk during extension and retraction. This not only reduces operator precision and smooth motion control, but can also increase wear on mating steel surfaces, create vibration and noise, and lead to higher maintenance requirements across cranes, tow trucks, recovery vehicles, and other telescopic boom equipment.
Nylatron™ 703XL was specifically developed to overcome these challenges in high-load sliding applications. Featuring near-zero stick-slip characteristics, the material allows boom systems to move smoothly and consistently under load, improving control and operational precision. In addition to its low coefficient of friction, Nylatron™ 703XL offers excellent wear resistance, high pressure-velocity capability, and the ability to operate without lubrication. These properties make it an ideal solution for wear pads, slide pads, and guide components used in extendable booms across heavy machinery and lifting applications where smooth, reliable movement is critical.
As a long-standing supply partner of Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials (MCAM), Dotmar provides Australian industry with access to premium engineering plastic materials including the Nylatron™ range. Supported by one of the largest holdings of engineering plastics in Australia and New Zealand, combined with extensive CNC machining, fabrication and injection moulding capabilities, Dotmar works closely with OEMs, maintenance providers, and heavy equipment operators to deliver high-performance wear solutions for cranes, mobile plant, transport, mining, and industrial machinery applications.
