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Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) is widely used in the luggage industry due to its wear resistance, lightweight, high strength, impact resistance, waterproof and corrosion resistance. It is mainly used to enhance the structure, improve durability and reduce weight.

1. Main applications of UHMWPE in the luggage industry

1.1 Luggage skeleton and support structure

Replace metal or plastic frames for the support structure of high-end travel cases, tool boxes, and military equipment boxes.

Advantages:

Lightweight: lighter than metal frames, reducing the overall weight of luggage.

Strong impact resistance: can resist falling and heavy pressure, and is not easy to break.

Waterproof and corrosion-resistant: suitable for humid and extreme environments, such as outdoor, sailing, and military luggage.

1.2 Luggage shell

Applicable to hard shell suitcases, tool boxes, instrument boxes, military boxes, etc., providing high-strength protection.

Replace traditional ABS and PC (polycarbonate) materials to improve impact resistance.

Enhanced protection, especially suitable for high-end drop-resistant luggage and protective equipment boxes.

1.3 Internal partitions & reinforcement layers

Used for the internal structure of luggage, such as partitions, dividers, and pads to improve impact resistance and durability.

Advantages:

Provide additional support to prevent luggage from deformation.

Protect internal items and reduce the risk of transportation damage.

1.4 Wheels & Slides

Wheels and slides made of UHMWPE have the characteristics of low friction, wear resistance, quietness, and lightweight.

Applicable to wheels of travel cases and industrial transport boxes to improve durability.

1.5 Handles & Corner Guards

Handles: UHMWPE has impact resistance and comfortable grip, suitable for high-end luggage and military boxes.

Corner Guards: Increase the impact resistance of the box body and reduce drop damage. It is suitable for military protective boxes and tool boxes.

2. Application of UHMWPE in special bags

3. Advantages of UHMWPE replacing traditional baggage materials

More impact-resistant, drop-resistant and pressure-resistant than ABS/PC, suitable for high-end durable bags.

Lighter than metal, reducing weight, suitable for business travel cases and military cases.

Wear-resistant, suitable for high-intensity use scenarios such as outdoor adventures and industrial transportation.

Chemical resistant and waterproof, suitable for medical transport boxes and protective equipment boxes.

4. Future development trend

With the increasing requirements for lightweight, high strength and durability, the application of UHMWPE in high-end markets such as luggage, military boxes, tool boxes, etc. will continue to grow and become a key material for high-performance luggage.