倉敷ボーリング機工 List of Products and Services

We would like to introduce our "heat-resistant and wear-resistant coating." It has excellent heat resistance with a temperature tolerance of 900°C and outstanding wear resistance that is three times better than Cr3C2. It also possesses a density comparable to Cr3C2 and WC, with a porosity of less than 1%. Additionally, it is expected to be applicable to a variety of products, such as molten metal transfer rolls and turbine components. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Features】 ■ Excellent heat resistance ■ Excellent wear resistance ■ Porosity of less than 1% *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other polymer materials

We would like to introduce the "Winder Roll" in the finishing process. At Kurashiki Boring Machine Works, we adjust the surface roughness of the thermal spray according to the type of paper, providing the appropriate grip strength. This prevents slipping and damage to the paper, even with high-speed machines. Grip strength and wear resistance are improved. Please feel free to leave it to us. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment

In recent years, the application of thermal spraying to calender rolls has been increasing to prevent scratches on the rolls, upgrade the surface quality of paper, and address dirt issues. Reducing replacement costs through extending the polishing cycle is also a significant point. Furthermore, regarding surface quality, there are fewer scratches on the paper surface, leading to improved quality. With conventional chilled steel, scratches occurred during paper passage due to paper breaks and debris from the doctor blade. In the case of our thermal spraying for calender rolls, even if scratches do occur, they do not become significant. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Traditionally, we have been grinding the rolls of all sections to achieve the same outer diameter, which incurs significant costs. Therefore, at Kurashiki Boring Machine Works, we grind only the depth of the roll's damage and repair the dryer rolls by thermal spraying and polishing. If the roll is not eccentric, it is also possible to grind only the damaged area and perform thermal spray repairs. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

In recent years, paper companies have increased the proportion of recycled paper, leading to an increase in gum (pitch). When gum adheres to wires, felts, and canvases, operational efficiency deteriorates. The adhered gum can transfer to the rolls, accumulate, and adhere to the paper surface, potentially resulting in major complaints. By applying thermal spraying, the gum adhered to the rolls becomes easier to remove, allowing for easy removal with a doctor blade. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Hard chrome plating is often used for metering rolls, but in saline solutions, their lifespan can be very short. Even in those corrosive environments, after switching to ceramic thermal spraying, they have been operating maintenance-free for over 10 years. Despite having excellent wettability and a smooth surface, the coating liquid is applied uniformly to the paper even with a thin coating. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

• Surface treatment contract service
• Paper Converting Machinery

The "wire roll" experiences wear at the contact points of the wire ends, leading to a difference in peripheral speed, which also accelerates the wear of the wire itself. By applying ceramic thermal spraying, we can improve wear resistance and prevent localized wear, thereby extending the life of the wire. Additionally, in recent years, the adhesion of pitch has become a problem, but the ceramic thermal spray coating from Kurashiki Boring Machine Works has high hydrophilicity, forming a protective water film, which improves release properties and prevents pitch adhesion. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.*

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

The "carrier sheave" has been made lighter to accommodate the increased speed of paper machines, resulting in a rise in aluminum usage. Due to aluminum's low hardness, the areas where the rope contacts wear out quickly, leading to issues such as creep in the bearing insertion area (outer ring). As a solution, Kurashiki Boring Machine Works has implemented wear resistance measures through thermal spraying on the areas that contact the rope (outer ring) and the bearing insertion area. This improves wear resistance and extends lifespan, reducing maintenance efforts. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

The screws used in various locations have faced issues such as high costs and shortened lifespan when they are repaired through welding after wear. Therefore, Kurashiki Boring Machinery has achieved an extension of the repair cycle by implementing thermal spraying. If you need screw thermal spraying, please leave it to us. 【Target Screws】 ■ Top Screws ■ Kneader Screws ■ Screw Presses ■ Incineration Ash Screws *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Are you struggling with repairs due to damage to the bearing fitting caused by creep? Especially with large rolls, replacing the shaft can be difficult. Traditionally, replacing the shaft, manufacturing bushings, and repairing with hard chrome plating were common methods, but all of these repair methods involve high costs and long lead times. With "thermal spray repair," it can be completed in a short time and at a low cost. Additionally, the thermal spray coating is "porous," which means it has good compatibility with oil and excellent lubrication properties. The above applies to journals, but bearing cases can also be repaired in the same way. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

The compressor cylinder is expensive. Therefore, instead of scrapping it, we recommend reusing it through thermal spraying. Thermal spraying has a longer lifespan than hard chrome plating, which leads to reduced maintenance costs. In the near future, it is expected that thermal spraying of the inner surfaces of air cylinders and hydraulic cylinders will also become possible. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Surface treatment contract service
• Other conveying machines

In recent years, high-concentration pumps of the MC type have become mainstream, but the conventional "HD pumps" are still actively in operation. The "HD pump" incurs high costs when serviced by the manufacturer. Additionally, the "HD pump" had a short lifespan of just under a year, but at Kurashiki Boring Machinery, we have achieved an extension of over three years through wear-resistant measures using thermal spraying and meticulous clearance maintenance. Pumps use various components such as runners, sleeves, casings, side plates, and mouse rings. Our company implements longevity measures for each component, contributing to the overall longevity of the pump. *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Surface treatment contract service
• Paper Converting Machinery
• Other pumps

"KURACERA" is a groundbreaking surface treatment method that forms a hard and dense ceramic layer on the surface of aluminum alloys, dramatically improving wear resistance and corrosion resistance. Compared to common surface treatments for aluminum alloys, such as anodizing, it is significantly harder and denser, and has a high adhesion to the substrate, making it suitable for a wide range of applications from corrosion and wear resistance to base coatings. 【Features】 ■ High hardness ■ Excellent wear and corrosion resistance ■ Good film uniformity ■ High film adhesion ■ Environmental compatibility *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Surface treatment contract service
• Special Pump
• Articulated Robot

At Kurashiki Boring Machinery, we provide a comprehensive system that includes not only thermal spraying but also pre- and post-processing (such as blasting, cutting, grinding, etc.), achieving short delivery times and high quality. 【Features of Thermal Spraying at Kurashiki Boring Machinery】 ■ A comprehensive system that includes not only thermal spraying but also pre- and post-processing ■ Achieving short delivery times and high quality ■ Capable of processing large components up to 13,000mm and weighing 50 tons, as well as complex shapes ■ New thermal spray coating designs aimed at special functionalities developed by research and development staff ■ Strict quality control based on ISO 9001, providing reliable thermal spray coatings <What is Thermal Spraying?> "Melting and Spraying" It is a surface treatment technology that involves heating and melting materials used for coating and spraying them onto the surface of the target component to form a coating layer (film). It is an essential technology in modern society for forming functional thermal spray coatings on various industrial rolls, gas turbines, engine parts, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

The thermal spraying by Kurashiki Bowling Machine Co., Ltd. has been certified by aircraft manufacturers as a surface treatment technology that serves as an alternative to chrome plating. It meets market demands from the perspective of environmental resistance. In recent years, aircraft jet engines with a maximum operating temperature of 1,600°C have been put into practical use, leading to an increased demand for thermal coatings that protect components from harsher environments and ensure component longevity. Our company utilizes management techniques across all elements of people, machines, materials, and methods to provide highly reliable products. *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

At Kurashiki Bowling Machinery, we also handle thermal spraying and machining for marine equipment. Here, we introduce the polishing process of the rotor at the center of a turbocharger. The supercharger rotor is a core component of the device. Our company is entrusted with the core parts of products because we can provide high precision. By maintaining a cylindrical and roundness tolerance within 0.01mm, it can be used for high-speed rotating machine parts. We regularly process parts for high-speed rotating equipment, so we are accustomed to handling them, allowing our customers to safely entrust their important components to us. 【Features】 ■ Can be used for high-speed rotating machine parts ■ Experienced in handling parts for high-speed rotating equipment due to regular processing *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Kurashiki Bowling Machinery Co., Ltd. started as an emergency hospital for the Mizushima complex, utilizing thermal spraying technology. We have responded to the needs of customers from one of the world's leading complexes, which operates day and night, by performing repairs within limited timeframes and contributing to the early restoration of operations in various plants, including steel, petroleum refining, petrochemicals, textiles, and power generation. Recently, we have received many requests not only for thermal spraying aimed at repairs but also for the production of manufactured items. We have a diverse range of thermal spraying and machining achievements for various products, including pump shafts, sleeves, and bolts and nuts of obsolete specifications that are not commercially available. [Features] ■ Maintenance technology supporting Japanese plants ■ Support for small lots and a wide variety of products *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Kurashiki Bowling Machine's "Printing Cylinder Thermal Spraying" uses a nickel-based metal that is resistant to ink and cleaning solutions, and by forming a dense thermal spray coating, it prevents corrosion for an extended period. This corrosion resistance is evaluated through accelerated corrosion testing, specifically the "Salt Spray Test" (JIS H 8502). Our thermal spray coatings have demonstrated resistance for over 200 hours in this test. Additionally, due to the presence of pores in castings, when using a plating specification, these pores remain as pinholes in the plating layer. To address these pores, thermal spraying is adopted as the coating for printing cylinders. In the case of thermal spray coatings, any small-sized pores can be filled during the application process. Furthermore, we have the technology for "On-site Thermal Spray Repair of Printing Cylinders," allowing us to repair damaged printing cylinders within the customer's facility. This eliminates the need to remove the cylinder from the machine, enabling quick application and rapid restoration. 【Features】 ■ Improved corrosion resistance ■ Addressing casting "pores" ■ Construction track record: over 20 years ■ Cylinder types: pressure cylinders, plate cylinders, rubber cylinders, reversing cylinders, etc. *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment
• Surface treatment contract service

Kurashiki Bowling Machine Co., Ltd. developed its own WC thermal spray coating for winding drums in 1990, and since then has continuously created new thermal spray coatings for paper machinery. We have built a solid track record of contributing to operational efficiency in the paper industry and reducing maintenance costs. Our thermal spray technology not only provides traditional single functions (wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and surface properties), but also offers more complex and comprehensive functions. In recent years, the application of thermal spray to film manufacturing machines has progressed, and it is being adopted in processes such as stretching, which affects the quality of the film. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Ceramic thermal spray coating for press rolls KX ROCK ■ Non-stick coating K-Stef ■ Pulp production (raw material) ■ Paper making, coating, and finishing processes ■ Super hard thermal spray coating DF-KOTE ■ Insulating ceramic thermal spray coating DEL-KOTE *For more details, please download the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment

Wear is a significant issue in the textile industry. Despite fibers and threads being made of soft materials, wear phenomena occur due to high-speed processing. The surfaces of textile machine components must be precisely managed and require finishes suitable for winding, twisting, and spinning. Particularly when knitting from threads, fixed bars are used for direction changes and tension adjustments of the high-speed running threads, and wear in this area greatly affects production efficiency. Kurashiki Boring Machine Works offers ceramic thermal spray coatings that are optimal for the operating environments of these components.

• Other surface treatment equipment

To our steel-related customers: Kurashiki Boring Machine Works specializes in thermal spraying on the surface of the hearth roll in the hot-dip galvanized steel sheet manufacturing line. Due to its excellent resistance to build-up, it prevents scratches on the steel sheet surface that can lead to product defects.

• Other surface treatment equipment

In oil refining and petrochemical plants, there are thousands of pumps installed. The pumps have sealing parts where rotating and stationary components coexist, and wear inevitably occurs there. Additionally, various phenomena such as fretting wear, galling, and cavitation occur in the rotating components. Furthermore, depending on the type of liquid, such as acetic acid, sulfuric acid, or hydrochloric acid, corrosion can be very severe, making corrosion treatment essential. Kurashiki Boring has been involved in maintenance operations at the Mizushima Complex for many years and has provided solutions through thermal spraying and machining to address the challenges mentioned above.

• Other surface treatment equipment

In printing machines, there are rolls referred to as "cylinders" that greatly influence printing performance. These include the pressure cylinder, rubber cylinder (blanket cylinder), and plate cylinder, among others. Due to operational troubles, dents may occur on the cylinders. Our company performs repairs on-site using thermal spraying technology and finishing techniques.

• Other surface treatment equipment

In recent years, society has been actively moving towards the reuse of various materials for the sake of environmental protection. In the paper industry, there has been a vigorous movement to increase the ratio of recycled paper in terms of raw material reuse. However, the reality is that the recycled paper actually used often comes from overseas or has been reused multiple times, leading to a decline in the quality of recycled paper. Consequently, a significant amount of pitch is generated during the paper-making process due to the mixing of this recycled paper into the raw materials. As a result, non-stick properties on the surface of each roll are required, and currently, a method of firing fluororesin on the surface after thermal spraying using a firing furnace is being employed as a countermeasure. However, this method poses issues such as high temperatures that can cause distortion or shaft displacement in the rolls, as well as the problem that on-site construction is impossible due to the use of a firing furnace. To address these issues, KBK has developed K-Stef® to solve these problems!

• Other surface treatment equipment

In the heart of paper machines, press rolls have traditionally been made of natural granite stone rolls. However, due to the depletion of natural resources and the recent trends towards higher machine speeds and larger sizes, considerations for safety and stable operation have led to a growing demand for alternatives to stone rolls. In response to this demand, our company developed the ceramic thermal spray coating KX ROCK over a period of more than 10 years and introduced it to the market in 1997. 【Features】 ■ Stable paper release and non-stick properties due to excellent wettability ■ Wear resistance ■ Corrosion resistance *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment

"DF-KOTE" is a super hard thermal spray coating that is suitable for high-performance film rolls and has a proven track record in film manufacturing lines. In general tungsten carbide thermal spray coatings, large voids specific to the spraying process remain, which can lead to transfer to the film and cause scratches. However, by forming a dense coating, this issue is resolved, demonstrating excellent surface properties. It can be used for transport and stretching rolls, as well as laminate rolls. 【Features】 ■ High hardness: HV1100–1300 ■ Excellent wear and corrosion resistance ■ Superior release properties ■ Prevents oligomer adhesion ■ Reduces cleaning time and improves productivity *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other surface treatment equipment