During the computer controlled manufacturing process a homogenous layer is formed between the welded surface and the backing plate, creating a very strong metallurgical bond. The result is an extremely abrasion resistant wearplate with a typical hardness of 58 - 62RC.

To ensure optimum high-wear resistance, chrome levels combined with the size and distribution of the carbide content are carefully formulated to achieve material compositions providing maximum wear life.

Various grades of chromium carbide plate are manufactured to meet the most demanding applications, including saltwater corrosion, heavy abrasion, high temperatures and chemical attack.

The two 'Palms' under construction at Jumeirah and Jebel Ali are palm tree shaped complexes of reclaimed land which will increase Dubai's shoreline by 120km and create a large number of residential, leisure and entertainment opportunities when completed in 2007. A significant cluster of the world's dredging and workboat fleets are engaged in creating the Palms and another similar reclamation in the shape of the relatively spaced continents of 'The World', spread over a sea area of 4 by 6km.

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