Whether the ground support pad (such as crane leg pad, equipment support pad, construction site pad, etc.) uses HDPE sheet or rubber mainly depends on the load-bearing requirements, environmental conditions, cost budget and frequency of use in the use scenario. The following is a detailed comparison and recommendation of the two materials in the application of ground support pads:
- HDPE sheet as ground support pad
Advantages:
High strength and pressure resistance: HDPE has good impact resistance and pressure bearing performance, suitable for heavy machinery.
Strong weather resistance: not easy to age, good UV resistance, suitable for long-term outdoor use.
Light weight and easy to carry: lighter than rubber, convenient for manual or mechanical movement.
Non-absorbent and chemically resistant: suitable for humid, oily or chemical medium environments.
Strong plasticity: supports customized cutting, opening holes, embedded handles, grain processing, etc.
Long life and high wear resistance: durable and cost-effective.
Common applications:
Crane leg pads
Construction equipment pads
Temporary construction road pads - Rubber support pads
Advantages:
Good flexibility and strong shock absorption performance: suitable for uneven ground or places where vibration prevention is required.
High friction coefficient and good anti-slip performance: not easy to slip, suitable for some places that require high stability.
Local compressibility: suitable for working conditions where the bottom structure of the equipment needs to be buffered.
Disadvantages:
Not oil-resistant and easy to age: rubber is easily affected by oil and ultraviolet rays, aging, hardening, and cracking.
Heavy weight and difficult to move: thick rubber pads are relatively heavy.
Easy to wear and relatively short life: especially when used on sharp or heavy-loaded contact surfaces.
Common applications:
Anti-vibration pads, anti-slip pads
Shock-absorbing support for small equipment
Temporary ground buffer pads