METROLOAD Fibre Reinforced Load Bearing Pads

SKU: METROLOAD
Roll Size: 5m, 10m

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METROLOAD Fibre Reinforced Load Bearing Pads are a sheet product created using 100% recycled high-quality tyres. The results Is an environmentally friendly product that is also economically viable. The rubber has increased internal strength due to the inclusion of internal fibre reinforcements dispersed throughout the material. Its strength and versatility make it a common product for machinery, buildings, prestress concrete bridges and equipment foundations.

 

USES

Bearing pads are versatile and can be used in such applications as vibration isolation railway tie pads, handrail bearing pads and is commonly used in bride bearing masonry. To learn
more about this product or to answer any questions you may have, give us a call on +44(0)1702 811 951 or email us and discuss with one of our experts.

 

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

METROLOAD is made stronger with the inclusion of interior fibre reinforcements that can be found dispersed throughout the material. This unique process enhances the properties of the material. This includes tear resistance, durability, superior weather and ozone resistance as well as tensile and compression strength.

 

Metroload Diagram

Note: The colours of each line represent thicknesses labelled in the key to the right of the graph.

LOAD DEFLECTION DATA

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

TEST METHOD

SPECIFICATION OF METROLOAD BEARING PADS

Tensile Strength, Min ASTM D412 750 PSI
Tear Strength, Min ASTM D624 150 PI
Elongation, %, Min ASTM D412 15
Hardness, Shore A ASTM D2240 80 ± 5
Density (Relative) 1.23
Minimum Temperature ASTM D2137 -25°C
Maximum Temperature ASTM D2137 +120°C
Coefficient of Friction ASTM D1894 >0.8
Maximum Load (PSI) 1000
Abrasion Resistance 120mm3

STATIC STIFFNESS TEST RESULTS

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EVALUATION

Static Stiffness BE EN 13146-9:2020 KN/mm 63.56 60±15% PASS

Note: The load range is 26KN to 76KN

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