Detectathene Metal Detectable UHMWPE

Metal detectable UHMW-PE (Detectathene) engineered for the demands of food processing and packaging. This FDA/EU food-contact compliant grade is metal & X-ray detectable to support robust CCPs under HACCP, while its ultra-low friction and outstanding wear resistance keep lines running smoothly. Supplied in high-visibility blue and easily machined, it’s a durable, hygienic upgrade wherever plastics contact product.

Ideal for high-wear and product-transfer parts including chain guides, wear strips, funnels, rollers, bushings, bearings, scrapers, corner wear bends, and idler wheels. Choose standard sheets or specify bespoke, machined components to fit your equipment—reduce contamination risk, cut downtime, and extend service life with metal detectable UHMWPE.

Boost product safety and uptime with metal detectable UHMWPE designed specifically for food processing and packaging environments. Detectathene delivers the durability UHMW-PE is known for - low friction, high abrasion resistance, impact toughness, and excellent release properties - with the added assurance that any fragment is detected by both metal detectors and X-ray systems at your critical control points.

This food-grade UHMWPE is formulated for FDA and EU food-contact compliance (documentation available on request) and supports HACCP and foreign-body prevention programs. The distinctive blue colour enhances visual detection, while the material’s chemical resistance and wash-down compatibility make it a reliable choice for hygienic design. It machines cleanly for complex geometries and is available as sheet stock or fully custom-machined parts to your drawings.

Key benefits

• Food safety first: Metal & X-ray detectable; blue for rapid visual checks; supports HACCP/CCPs.

• Compliant materials: Manufactured using food-contact compliant ingredients (FDA/EU).

• Long wear life: Ultra-low friction and abrasion resistance minimise wear, sticking, and black-spotting.

• Hygienic performance: Low moisture absorption; smooth surface for easy cleaning in wash-down areas.

• Easy to machine: Stable, predictable machining for tight tolerances and repeatable parts.

• Versatile formats: Supplied as sheet, rod or bespoke components (guides, wheels, scrapers, bushings, etc.).

Applications in food processing

Upgrade high-wear and product-contact parts to metal detectable UHMWPE to improve hygiene, reduce downtime, and strengthen CCPs under HACCP.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Chain Guides: Low-friction guide profiles for modular and roller-top chains; reduce drag and noise, resist abrasion, and ensure any wear fragments are metal & X-ray detectable.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Wear Strips: Self-lubricating sliding surfaces for conveyors and accumulation tables; excellent wear life and release properties to minimise product stick and black-spotting.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Funnels (hoppers & chutes): Smooth, low-stick surfaces for controlled product transfer (dry, wet, or sticky foods); blue colour aids visual checks and fragments are detectable on downstream inspection.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Rollers: Lightweight, corrosion-proof rollers for light/medium loads; quiet running with low friction, suitable for chilled and ambient lines where sanitation is frequent.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Bushings: Dry-running UHMWPE bushings for low-to-moderate speeds; absorb shock and vibration without lubrication, reducing contamination risk while remaining fully detectable.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Bearings (plain/slide): Plain bearings and wear liners in wash-down zones; low moisture absorption and chemical resistance support reliable service without greasing.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Scrapers: Belt and mixer scrapers that won’t score stainless steel; tough edges remove residue effectively and any chipped material triggers detection.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Corner Wear Bends: Machined profiles for conveyor turns; maintain product stability through curves while delivering ultra-low friction and long wear life.

• Metal Detectable Plastic Idler wheels: Impact-tough, dimensionally stable wheels for guiding and tensioning; ideal where quiet operation and food-grade detectability are critical.

Typical industries & lines

Meat & poultry | Dairy & cheese | Bakery & snack | Produce & ready meals | Seafood & frozen foods | Bottling & canning | Confectionery & chocolate