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Counterweight parts
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Key features
EP Equipment manufactures high-quality counterweight parts for heavy machinery using advanced vacuum aspirated casting, shot blasting and grinding processes. Our counterweights range from 800kg to 2000kg and feature resin sand core construction with spray-paint surface treatment. Available in iron or customised materials, with OEM and CNC machining options.
By offsetting the weight of loads, counterweights significantly enhance a machine's lifting capacity. This enables heavy machinery to safely handle larger objects whilst maintaining proper balance and control throughout operations.
Increased Load Capacity
Counterweights distribute weight evenly across machine components, reducing stress on structural elements including chassis and axles. This balanced distribution extends machine service life and minimises maintenance requirements.
Reduced Structural Stress
Heavy machinery often features uneven component distribution, such as large front-mounted engines. Counterweights balance this weight distribution across the entire machine, improving overall handling and manoeuvrability during operation.
Predictive Improved Manoeuvrability
FAQs
Common questions people ask about Counterweight parts
What materials are used for counterweight manufacturing?
Counterweights are commonly manufactured using materials with appropriate density, strength and durability including concrete, steel, lead and cast iron. EP Equipment produces counterweights in iron or can customise materials based on specific application requirements. Material selection considers factors such as operating environment, weight requirements and corrosion resistance.
Which types of heavy machinery use counterweights?
Counterweights are essential components in numerous heavy machinery types including cranes (tower, mobile and crawler), excavators, forklifts, agricultural machinery (tractors and combine harvesters), and mining equipment (haulage trucks and large excavators). Any machinery handling heavy loads or operating on uneven terrain typically requires counterweights for safe operation.
What factors are considered in counterweight design?
Critical design considerations include precise weight calculation based on forces requiring balance, accurate centre of gravity positioning to align with load centre, appropriate material selection for density and durability, secure installation points and fasteners, environmental factors (temperature, humidity, corrosion resistance), and accommodation for potential load variations during operation.
What is the surface roughness specification?
EP Equipment counterweights feature a surface roughness of Ra6.3, achieved through our vacuum aspirated casting process combined with shot blasting and grinding. This specification ensures consistent surface quality and proper coating adhesion for the spray-paint surface treatment.
Are custom specifications available?
Yes, EP Equipment offers OEM services and CNC machining capabilities to produce counterweights meeting specific customer requirements. Customisation options include materials, dimensions, weight specifications and surface treatments to match your exact application needs.