How Mining Equipment Liners Protect, Perform and Extend Service Life
Mining equipment is built to work hard but even the toughest components have their limits. Chutes and bins, in particular, take a constant beating from abrasive material flow. Over time, that wear adds up. Without the right protection in place, these critical assets face frequent repairs or early replacement a costly setback for any operation.
That’s where mining equipment liners come in. These wear-resistant layers shield the substructure from damage, absorbing impact and minimising abrasion. The result? Less downtime, longer equipment life, and better performance in harsh mining conditions.
At TW Woods, we don’t just supply liners we deliver tailored protection solutions that keep your gear running harder, longer.
Liners That Do More Than Just Protect
Liners are more than just a layer of defence they preserve the structural integrity of the equipment itself. By reducing wear on chutes and bins, liners ensure the overall system remains efficient, safe, and operational for longer periods. This directly impacts the bottom line, helping reduce maintenance costs and extend asset life.
TW Woods offers a wide range of liner materials, including:
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Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO) plates
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Quenched and tempered steels like Hardox
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Aluminium oxide ceramics
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Stainless steels
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UHMWPE plastics
Depending on the application, a combination of materials and thicknesses can be used to optimise performance and cost efficiency.
Choosing the Right Liner for the Job
No two operations are the same and neither are their wear challenges. The best liner depends on several factors:
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Material type: Abrasive ores may require tough CCO plate, while softer materials suit plastic or rubber options.
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Flow behaviour: How the material moves through the chute whether sliding or impacting affects how liners wear.
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Budget and lifespan: We work with clients to strike the right balance between cost and durability.
Our Quoting Process: Built on Understanding
At TW Woods, quoting for liners isn’t a transaction it’s a collaboration.
We start by understanding your application: what material you’re handling, where the wear is occurring, and what goals you have in terms of budget, lifespan, and maintenance windows. From there, we recommend a tailored solution backed by practical experience and advanced analysis tools like Discrete Element Modelling (DEM) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Some clients know exactly what they want. Others rely on our guidance. Either way, the result is the same liners that last longer and work harder.
Material Options for Every Application
Our wear liner solutions include:
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Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO): Ultra-tough and impact-resistant for severe abrasion.
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Hardox and other quenched & tempered steels: Strong and versatile for a range of mining applications.
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Ceramic liners: Lightweight and impact-resistant for high-wear zones.
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Stainless steel: Ideal for corrosive or high-moisture environments.
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UHMWPE plastic: Low-friction and lightweight, perfect for sliding materials.
With a full suite of materials on hand, TW Woods can deliver a liner solution to suit virtually any application or budget.
Protect Your Assets with TW Woods
In mining, durability isn’t a luxury it’s a necessity. Liners are a smart, cost-effective way to protect your equipment, extend its lifespan, and avoid unplanned downtime.
Whether you’re running high-impact operations or handling abrasive ore, TW Woods has the experience, materials, and in-house capability to help.
We can do that.
