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Heavy-duty rubber tracks for different drive systems

Heavy-duty rubber tracks for different drive systems
McLaren Industries’ Next Generation Series Heavy Duty Rubber Tracks can handle any adverse surface conditions and are available for more than 2,400 makes and models of construction and agricultural equipment.

There are three track styles designed for friction, positive and gear-driven systems. The tracks utilize five distinct layers of rubber compounds and consist of up to 20 percent more rubber than competitive units for increased track life, the company reports. They also state that the tracks provide the strength to handle up to 30 percent more weight than competitive rubber tracks.

The track’s exterior rubber layer provides excellent traction and cut resistance. The next two layers are softer to maintain track flexibility in all operating environments and to prevent cracking and weathering. These layers also shield the machine and operator from impact shocks, creating a smoother ride over rough terrain. The following two layers are specially designed to help bond the core components of the tracks to the rubber components. This increases track life by protecting metal components from water ingression that would lead to oxidation and premature failure.

The cables in these tracks consist of ULTRA-SF steel cord to resist the torque and shock loads transmitted by the vehicle’s drive sprockets. The cable layout distributes the forces throughout the entire track, minimizing track wear and increasing track life. A nylon fibre mesh overwrap protects the cable, preventing oxidation. The fibre mesh also improves the bond between the rubber and the cables, preventing the cables from cutting into the rubber.

Company info

12440 Carson Street
Hawaiian Gardens, CA
US, 90716

Website:
mclarenindustries.com

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