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Classification and application of polyethylene plastic outrigger pads

Nov. 16, 2024

Polyethylene (PE) plastic, as a widely used synthetic resin, has extremely important application value in the industrial field. Especially in the construction machinery industry, polyethylene plastic outrigger pads are favored due to their unique physical and chemical properties. This article will introduce in detail the different classifications of polyethylene plastic outrigger pads and their application scenarios.

 Classification and application of polyethylene plastic outrigger pads

1. Classification by density outrigger pads


Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) outrigger pads

Features: LDPE outrigger pads have good flexibility and impact resistance and are easy to mold and process. Although the hardness is not as good as high-density polyethylene, it performs well in light-load operations.

Application: Suitable for environments with soft soil and poor ground conditions, such as agricultural machinery, small excavators, etc.


High-density polyethylene (HDPE) outrigger pads

Features: HDPE outrigger pads have high hardness, strong wear resistance, and good chemical stability and weather resistance. These characteristics enable it to be used in a wider range of environments.

Application: Widely used in construction, heavy lifting equipment and other fields, especially in situations where heavy pressure needs to be withstood for a long time.

Uhmwpe outrigger pads

Features : Good wear resistance , UV resistance , and heavy bearing  Application:  crawler crane , rough crane , boom pump , concrete , pump , fire truck , utility track  


2. Classification by thickness  outrigger pads


Thin outrigger pad

Features: The thickness is usually less than 10mm, light weight, easy to carry and install. Suitable for light machinery or temporary operations.

Application: Suitable for light equipment such as small excavators and lawn mowers.

Standard outrigger pad

Features: The thickness is between 10mm and 30mm, with good comprehensive performance, which can meet the needs of most conventional operations and have a certain load-bearing capacity.

Application: Suitable for medium-sized cranes, concrete pump trucks and other equipment.

Thick outrigger pad

Features: The thickness exceeds 30mm, with extremely high load-bearing capacity and stability, suitable for operations under extreme conditions.

Application: Mainly used for heavy machinery such as large cranes and wind power generation equipment.


3. Classification by surface treatment

Classification and application of polyethylene plastic outrigger pads


Smooth outrigger pad

Features: The surface is smooth and flat, easy to clean and maintain, and suitable for dry and hard floors.

Application: Suitable for use in indoor or outdoor dry environments.

Anti-slip outrigger pad

Features: The surface has been specially treated to increase the friction coefficient, and it can maintain good stability even on slippery floors.

Application: Suitable for operations in rainy days or wet environments, such as construction in rainy seasons, coastal areas, etc.

Textured outrigger pads

Features: The surface has a specific texture pattern, which can not only enhance friction, but also play a certain role in aesthetic decoration.

Application: In addition to improving safety, it is also often used in projects that have certain requirements for environmental beauty.


IV. Classification by color

Transparent/translucent outrigger pads

Features: The natural transparency of polyethylene materials is retained, suitable for occasions where light penetration is required.

Application: Less common, mainly used for decoration or display for special purposes.

Colored outrigger pads

Features: Made by adding masterbatches of different colors, the color can be customized according to customer needs.

Application: Widely used in various construction sites, it helps to distinguish different types of equipment or identify specific areas.


Polyethylene plastic outrigger pads play an important role in the field of engineering machinery due to their excellent physical and chemical properties. According to different working environments and needs, the reasonable selection of corresponding types of outrigger pads can not only improve working efficiency, but also ensure the safe and stable operation of equipment. 


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