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High-Performance Hardfacing Alloys, Custom Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO) Wear Solutions, & Automatic Surfacing Systems for Global Heavy Industries

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High-Performance Hardfacing Products & Wear Plates

High-Quality Bimetallic chromium carbide wear-resistant composite steel plate

High-Quality Bimetallic Chromium Carbide Wear-Resistant Composite Steel Plate

Premium bimetallic composite wear plate featuring high density of primary chromium carbides designed for maximum abrasive resistance under severe impact conditions.

Wholesale Hardfacing materials - Flux cored wires

Wholesale Hardfacing Materials - Flux Cored Wires

Advanced core-filled alloy wires formulated with chromium, manganese, and titanium powders to create highly resilient surfacing coatings on mild steel structures.

OEM self-shielded flux cored wire

OEM Self-Shielded Flux Cored Wire (for Hardfacing)

Gasless flux-cored wire specifically engineered for outdoor and on-site repair operations, providing excellent bead shape and high hardfacing efficiency.

ODM Chromium Carbide Overlay Wear Plate

ODM Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO) Wear Plate

Fully customized overlay plates configured to withstand severe abrasion and erosion, optimized for hoppers, chutes, and material processing equipment.

ODM High Hardness CCO Hardfacing Overlay Wear Resistant Steel Plate

ODM High Hardness CCO Hardfacing Overlay Wear Resistant Steel Plate

Runxing RX-m Series specifically configured for heavy mining, cement chute liners, and raw material handling structures where durability is paramount.

Wear Plate

Composite Wear Plate RX®wp 7600

Made of structural steel backing and a hard weld surfacing corresponding to DIN 8555 standard. Exceptional resistance to abrasive wear.

Welding Wire

Self-Shielded Flux Cored Welding Wire

High chromium alloy formulation configured to resist high-stress grinding abrasion under low impact parameters. Ideal for overlay repairs.

PTTA

PTTA Precision Surfacing Wear Solutions

Engineered for extreme wear protection using high chromium alloys, protecting industrial installations against severe tribological deterioration.

OEM Welding Powder Metal: The Science of Tribological Integrity & Surface Metallurgy

In the fields of modern heavy manufacturing, mining extraction, cement processing, and steel production, mechanical components operate under aggressive conditions. The surface deterioration of metal parts due to abrasion, impact, erosion, and chemical corrosion results in substantial economic losses and equipment downtime. To address these operational challenges, **Welding Powder Metal** (WPM) and advanced thermal surfacing technologies have emerged as the standard solution for surface restoration and preventative wear management.

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Understanding Welding Powder Metal (WPM) & Surfacing Chemistry

Welding powder metal refers to highly engineered alloyed particles used in surfacing operations (such as Plasma Transferred Arc - PTA, Laser Cladding, and Submerged Arc Welding) to create a protective metallurgical layer over structural base materials. Unlike conventional solid welding wire, powder metallurgy enables precise control of the chemical composition. This allows for the synthesis of complex hypereutectic matrices with embedded primary carbides, borides, and Laves phases.

The primary mechanical performance of a hardfaced surface is determined by its microstructural arrangement. Runxing's OEM welding powder metals utilize a balanced blend of carbon, chromium, tungsten, niobium, and boron. During the weld deposition process, these elements crystallize into primary chromium carbides of the M7C3 type. These carbides exhibit a hardness of up to 1500 HV, dispersed within a ductile austenitic or martensitic matrix. This configuration provides the perfect synergy of wear resistance and impact absorption.

Information Gain Insight: Standard AR400 or AR500 steel plates rely on quench-and-temper grain structures that soften under frictional heat exceeding 250°C. In contrast, Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO) plates produced using our welding powder metal sustain their hardness up to 540°C, extending equipment service life up to 10 times.

Macro Industry Solutions: Fighting Friction on a Global Scale

Wear is a localized phenomenon, but its economic impact is macro-industrial. Across high-throughput industries, our customized welding powder formulations and structural CCO wear plates serve as critical components in minimizing maintenance overheads:

  • Cement Manufacturing: High stress sliding abrasion in raw meal chutes, vertical roller mill (VRM) roll tables, separator guides, and cyclone separators.
  • Mining & Extraction: Excessive abrasive wear from high-silica ores on excavator bucket liners, dragline shrouds, dump truck bed liners, and crusher jaw plates.
  • Iron & Steel Production: Severe abrasive-erosive wear combined with high temperatures on sinter plant guide plates, coke transfer screens, blast furnace receiving hoppers, and charging systems.
  • Power Generation (Coal-fired): Erosive pulverization wear in coal pulverizer liners, mill exhauster fan blades, burner nozzle tips, and dust conveyor pipe bends.
  • Port & Marine Dredging: Abrasive mud and gravel transport on dredge pump housings, sand suction line elbows, and high-capacity loading chutes.

Global Commercial Landscape & Industrial Realities

The global demand for welding powder metals is accelerating due to the push for circular economy practices and operational efficiency. Prolonging the life of existing steel structures directly correlates to a reduction in carbon emissions associated with new steel production. As heavy industrial complexes transition toward automated maintenance, the integration of robotized Plasma Transferred Arc (PTA) cladding and laser cladding using pre-alloyed atomized powders has become standard practice.

Furthermore, regional variations in ore properties and climate conditions require customized alloy compositions. For example, high-impact cold environments in mining sites across Central Asia demand subzero-tough structural backing plates coupled with ultra-hard chromium carbide clad zones. As a premium OEM factory, Tangshan Runxing Machinery tailors metallurgical recipes to withstand the unique geographical and mechanical parameters of each deployment site.

Advanced Alloy Hardness

Achieving structural hardness profiles from 58 to 65 HRC using primary carbide precipitation, defending against aggressive gouging and grinding wear.

PTA & Laser Cladding Optimization

Optimized spherical powder distribution ensures consistent powder flow and high deposition efficiency with minimal dilution during welding cycles.

High Dilution Control

Extremely narrow heat-affected zone minimizes base-metal dilution, preserving original chromium carbide properties in the first pass.

Bimetallic Wear Plate Manufacturing: Inside Tangshan Runxing

Founded in 2010, Tangshan Runxing Machinery Co., Ltd. has established itself as an industry leader in Hebei Province. We specialize in the R&D, manufacture, and on-site repair of wear-resistant surface products. Our manufacturing floor houses advanced automated high-efficiency hardfacing overlay lines, producing premium Chromium Carbide Overlay (CCO) plates, wear liners, bimetallic elbows, and self-shielded flux-cored wires.

Our operation is built on metallurgical precision. By choosing structural steel backings (Q235B or Q345B) combined with hardfacing layers formulated from premium pre-alloyed powder and flux materials, we ensure structural integrity. Since 2019, Tangshan Runxing Machinery has been certified as an official agent of VAUTID, the German developer of high-performance wear-resistant alloy technologies. This strategic alignment ensures our production methods match international standards, combining cost-efficient manufacturing with premium alloy chemistry.

Technology Roadmap: The Future of Wear Metallurgy (2025–2030)

Phase 1: Nano-Structured Carbides

Dispersed Phase Refinement

Integrating nano-scale titanium and niobium carbonitride particles into the Fe-Cr-C system to inhibit grain growth, increasing localized toughness without reducing hardness values.

Phase 2: High-Speed Laser Cladding (EHLA) Powders

Ultra-Thin Protective Overlays

Formulating specialized fine spherical powders (15-45μm) optimized for ultra-high-speed laser cladding, reducing heat input and material usage by up to 60%.

Phase 3: Multi-Gun Smart Robotic Systems

Closed-Loop Automation

Advancing automated welding equipment with real-time melt pool monitoring and automatic powder feed adjustment systems, preventing structural defects during large-scale production cycles.

Localized Support, Logistics, & Global Compliance

Heavy machinery operates under demanding schedules where unexpected downtime causes significant operational losses. To guarantee prompt response and delivery, Tangshan Runxing Machinery leverages a robust export model. All export trade and international contract operations are managed by Hebei Yuwan International Trade Co., Ltd., our authorized trade partner. This separation of production and logistics allows our engineering team to focus entirely on quality assurance, while Yuwan handles global custom compliance, maritime shipping routes, and payment clearance processes.

Through this collaboration, we provide end-to-end support to key industrial regions in Russia, Central Asia, Africa, and South America. We handle complex customs declarations, arrange tailored cargo protection to prevent oxidation during transit, and deliver comprehensive quality certificates—including ASTM G65 abrasion test compliance documentation.

Technical FAQ & Maintenance Insights

Q1: What distinguishes gas-atomized welding powder metal from water-atomized options?
Gas-atomized metal powders are highly spherical with negligible oxygen pickup, ensuring consistent flow rates in automated feeders and minimal slag formation. Water-atomized powders are irregular in shape, which is suitable for cold-pressing operations but can cause uneven melting during high-speed PTA or laser cladding cycles.
Q2: How does the M7C3 primary chromium carbide volume affect impact resistance?
The primary chromium carbide volume fraction (ideally 30% to 45%) provides resistance to abrasive wear. However, higher carbide fractions increase brittleness. For high-impact setups, we adjust the alloy chemistry using manganese and niobium to refine the matrix and prevent crack propagation.
Q3: Why are stress-relief cracks visible on CCO wear plates, and do they affect performance?
Stress-relief cracking is normal during the hardfacing process due to cooling shrinkage differences between the alloy overlay and base plate. These micro-cracks relieve residual stress and do not affect the plate's wear resistance, provided they do not penetrate the structural backing steel.
Q4: What standard testing procedures verify wear performance before dispatch?
Every production run is verified via ASTM G65 dry sand/rubber wheel abrasion testing to measure mass loss under simulated wear conditions. In addition, we conduct hardness mapping (HRC and HV), microstructural analysis using optical metallography to assess carbide concentration, and ultrasonic testing to verify overlay bonding.
Tangshan Runxing Machinery

Engineering Integrity, Innovation & Sustainable Development Since 2010

Tangshan Runxing Machinery Co., Ltd. is a dedicated manufacturer of hardfacing wear-resistant metal products located in Tangshan, Hebei Province. Founded in 2010, the company specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and on-site servicing of industrial wear protection solutions.

Our core product lineup includes chromium carbide overlay (CCO) wear plates, custom fabricated wear liners, hardfaced wear-resistant pipes and fittings, hardfacing flux-cored welding wires, and automated surfacing machinery. By utilizing advanced alloy design and automated cladding processes, we serve heavy industries globally—specifically cement, steel, mining, dredging, and power generation. Our products have earned a strong market reputation across Russia, Central Asia, Africa, and South America.

To ensure consistent quality, our factory focuses on product development and production, while all export operations, customs clearance, logistics, and documentation are managed by Hebei Yuwan International Trade Co., Ltd.

Real-World Performance

Proven Industry Application Cases

Cement Case

Cement Industry Protection

Critical equipment availability is maintained through specialized wear liners. Our products extend the operating periods of raw meal chutes, separators, and mill parts.

Mining Case

Heavy Mining Applications

Supporting mine operators globally to improve productivity and sustainability. Custom CCO sheets protect excavator buckets and transfer hoppers.

Steel Case

Iron & Steel Works

Protecting equipment operated under high temperatures, corrosive gases, and abrasive coke or sinter feed inside modern iron mills.

Electric Power Case

Coal Power Generation

Providing wear protection for exhaust fan blades, burner nozzles, conveyor chutes, coal mill grinding elements, and dust systems.

Port Case

Port Handling & Dredging

Protecting bulk material shipping chutes, hoppers, loading and unloading arms, and yard stacking machinery from abrasive wear.

Alternative Case

Alternative Ceramic Solutions

Alumina ceramic tiles sintered at high temperatures from high-purity alumina powder, configured for specific high-abrasion applications.

Case Updating

Continuous Technical Updates

We regularly document new performance test results and wear pattern reviews across industrial sectors globally.

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Field Application Studies

Additional documentation on on-site welding repairs and overlay solutions for rollers in vertical mills will be published periodically.

News & Footprints

Events, Exhibitions & Industry Collaborations

Website Launch

Tangshan Runxing Machinery Launches New Website to Enhance Global Services

Our official portal is now online to support global procurement. The site facilitates search access to technical details on wear-resistant components.

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South Africa 2024

Runxing Machinery Exhibits at Electra Mining Africa 2024

In September 2024, our team presented high-hardness hardfacing wires and wear plates to mining operators in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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University Visit

Leaders & Metallurgical Experts from Tangshan University Visit Facilities

Academic researchers evaluated our automated cladding technologies and studied alloy refinement structures alongside our engineering team.

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VAUTID Partnership

Authorized VAUTID Brand Partnership Retained for Six Consecutive Years

Since 2019, Runxing has integrated VAUTID brand hardfacing technologies into high-end wear components, verifying our focus on premium alloy quality.

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EXPOMIN 2023 Chile

Participated in EXPOMIN 2023 Exhibition in Santiago, Chile

We presented our specialized mining wear solutions, including custom-welded chute liners, at South America's major professional mining expo.

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Manufacturing Excellence

Runxing Facilities & Production Verification

Our factory utilizes advanced welding machinery and material testing processes to monitor hardfacing weld beads and mechanical properties. Below are views of our production processes and equipment components.

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OEM Welding Alloys & Specialized Equipment Systems

Welding Equipment

Automated Surfacing Welding System

Advanced CNC-controlled system featuring touch-screen parameter controls and four welding guns, optimized for CCO plate production and mill roller repairs.

Machining and Engineering

Machining and Structural Engineering

Custom processing and structural steel manufacturing services for industrial components, ensuring correct fit-up of wear-resistant assemblies.

Roll Repair

Grinding Roller Repair & Hardfacing

Restoration services for vertical mill rollers and table segments using hardfacing alloys, reducing the operational costs of crushing equipment.

Chromium Carbide Plate

Bimetallic Chromium Carbide Wear Plate (Premium Line)

Engineered for environments experiencing high sliding abrasion, featuring a consistent, crack-free backing interface.

Flux Cored Wires

Hardfacing Flux-Cored Welding Wires (Bulk Supply)

High-deposition welding consumables formulated for overlaying carbon steels and low-alloy steels.

Self-Shielded Wire

Self-Shielded Hardfacing Wires (OEM Grade)

Designed for high-deposition, open-arc overlay operations, requiring no external gas shielding.

CCO Wear Plate

ODM Wear Plates & Hardfaced Liners

Wear plates custom-cut to size using plasma systems, optimized for chutes and high-wear areas.

High Hardness CCO Plate

High-Hardness CCO Plates for Mining (RX-m Series)

Engineered for mining chutes and rock hoppers, providing protection against impact and sliding wear.