Strudex Rubber Screen Panels – Field Trial with Custom Project Buyers Delivering Exceptional Wear Resistance

Customer: A custom project buyer from Russia.  

Application Scenario: A high‑capacity vibrating screen at a Russian ron ore processing facility, where the end‑user required a reliable, long‑life screening media. The custom project buyers were responsible for selecting and supplying the screen panels on behalf of their client.

Customer Needs: Reliable, Long‑Life Screening Media for Demanding Projects

The custom project buyers had previously sourced screen panels from multiple suppliers for various client sites. They consistently faced: 

- Inconsistent wear life– Conventional rubber panels often failed within 6‑8 weeks in high‑impact zones, especially at the feed end.

- Unpredictable maintenance schedules– Frequent change‑outs disrupted project timelines, causing delays and cost overruns.

- High total cost of ownership– Short panel life increased spare parts consumption, labour costs, and equipment downtime – all of which eroded project margins.

- Need for a trusted long‑term partner– The buyers wanted a supplier who could deliver consistent quality, technical support, and field‑proven performance for their future projects.

In August 2024, after evaluating several global and local brands, the custom project buyers selected Strudex rubber screen panels for a critical real‑world trial at a high‑throughput iron ore site. Their goal was to validate whether Strudex could meet the most demanding abrasive conditions and become their preferred supplier.

Strudex Support: Factory Inspection and Trial Execution

In August 2024, Strudex invited the buyers' engineering team for a comprehensive factory inspection. During the visit:

- The buyers reviewed Strudex’s rubber compounding, moulding precision, and quality control systems.

- Strudex engineers analysed the specific site conditions – ore lump size (up to 150 mm), abrasion index, and screen operating parameters – and recommended an optimised rubber compound with enhanced tear and cut resistance.

- Both parties established trial performance benchmarks and inspection protocols.

Following the successful inspection, the buyers approved trial installation of Strudex rubber screen panels. Installation began in early October 2024 on a double‑deck banana screen processing raw iron ore feed – a known high‑abrasion application.

Strudex committed to regular wear measurements at 4‑week intervals.

Project Value: Measurable Results That Exceeded Industry Standards

After 8 weeks of continuous operation (24/7), Strudex engineers inspected the panels. Results exceeded all expectations: 

- Significantly better wear resistance– Compared to conventional alternatives used on the same screen, Strudex panels showed minimal visible degradation – no cracks, no holes, no chunking.

- Uniform wear pattern– Unlike previous panels that wore unevenly and caused blinding, Strudex panels maintained consistent open area across the deck.

At the 13‑week mark, the most critical measurement was taken at the feed end – the most abrasive zone where falling ore impacts with maximum force. Even in this extreme area, Strudex rubber panels showed only 5‑10 mm of wear, far surpassing typical industry standards (where 20‑30 mm of wear at the feed end within 12 weeks is common). 

Key value delivered to the custom project buyers:

- Extended service life– Projected panel life is 30‑40% longer than the best previous supplier, reducing change‑outs from every 6‑8 weeks to over 13 weeks.

- Lower project risk– Predictable wear means reliable maintenance schedules, avoiding costly delays.

- Reduced total cost of ownership– Fewer spare panels, less labour for change‑outs, and higher screen uptime directly improve project profitability.

- Confidence for future procurement– The field‑proven performance allows the buyers to specify Strudex panels in their upcoming projects with full confidence.

One buyer’s project manager commented: “We tested several suppliers, but Strudex delivered real proof. After 13 weeks in the harshest screen zone, their rubber panels showed only 5‑10mm of wear – the best we’ve ever seen. We have now added Strudex to our approved supplier list for all high‑abrasion projects.”

Conclusion

This trial confirms that Strudex rubber screen panels, supported by engineering collaboration and rigorous quality control, provide exceptional wear resistance in real‑world high‑abrasion applications. For custom project buyers seeking a reliable, long‑term partner, Strudex delivers measurable value – longer life, lower costs, reduced risk, and proven performance.