Managing Component Wear to Maximize Asset Performance

     Uncontrolled wear is a major driver of equipment failure, unplanned downtime, and rising maintenance costs in industrial operations. At Hannecard, we deliver engineered surface solutions that allow wear to be managed, controlled, and, where possible, prevented—extending component life and improving operational reliability.

     Every component-wear problem is unique. That’s why we work in close partnership with customers to understand operating conditions, material combinations, loads, and failure mechanisms. This application-driven approach ensures that each solution is technically sound, economically viable, and tailored to real-world performance demands.

     Backed by Hannecard’s global surface engineering expertise and proven industrial track record, we provide durable wear solutions for a wide range of industries and applications.

Proven technologies for precision wear control and component performance

Hannecard applies a comprehensive portfolio of advanced processes, including:

• Thermal Spray Technologies 
• Welding
• Rubber Covering
• Polyurethane Casting
• Precision Machining and Finishing

     Each process has distinct performance characteristics. Selecting the right technology makes it possible to actively influence wear behavior—by delaying wear, reducing its impact, or controlling where it occurs. In some cases, components are intentionally engineered so that wear happens in predefined, easily serviceable areas, enabling predictable maintenance and lower lifecycle costs.

Understanding wear mechanisms to deliver better outcomes

     Effective wear management starts with a clear understanding of the underlying mechanism. Hannecard addresses all major industrial wear types, including:

• Abrasive wear, caused by hard or sharp perticles damaging softer surfaces
• Fretting and fit wear, resulting from micro-movements between coupling parts
• Adhesive wear, where sliding surfaces briefly bond and separate
• Erosion, driven by high velocity solids, liquids, or gases
• Electrical and thermal wear, including spark erosion and heat induced material softening
• Surface fatigue, casued by repeated cyclic loading
• Chemical attack and corrosion, resulting from environmental reactions

     By correctly identifying the dominant wear mechanism, we ensure that the selected surface solution delivers lasting performance improvements.

Dimensional restoration and asset life extension

     Wear often leads to the loss of critical dimensions. Hannecard restores components to specification through precision build-up and finishing—prioritizing component repair over replacement. Dimensional restoration is also applied when design or machining deviations occur, helping customers avoid unnecessary scrap and downtime.

A strategic partner in surface engineering

     Hannecard combines specialized local expertise with global capabilities in surface engineering and wear protection. Our solutions are designed to improve equipment reliability, optimize maintenance strategies, and support long-term operational performance—keeping processes running efficiently and predictably.

Contact Hannecard to discuss customized component wear solutions.