UHMWPE Tubes
For Flexible Screw Conveyors
Reliable. Durable. Affordable.
For over two decades, Powder Conveyor has been a trusted supplier of UHMWPE conveying tubes and spiral augers to users of Flexible Screw Conveyors. Our reputation for affordable, high-quality spare parts has earned us the loyalty of small businesses, global manufacturers, and equipment OEMs alike. Whether you’re replacing worn-out tubes or upgrading your system, we deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising on product quality or performance.
Quality That Lasts
Smooth Finish, Easy Maintenance – Each tube features a super-smooth outer surface for easy cleaning and reduced material buildup, ensuring hygienic operation and minimal downtime.
Long lasting durability, Exstended Lifespan – All construction materials and components used in our products undergo rigorous quality control procedures in line with ISO 9001 standards. Our spiral augers and UHMWPE conveying tubes are manufactured within ISO 9001-certified environments, ensuring consistent quality, reliability, and performance across every batch.
We also provide full traceability for all materials used, offering complete transparency and confidence in our supply chain.
Universal Conveyor Tube Compatibility
No Modifications? No Problem. Our UHMWPE tubes are fully compatible across all major Flexible Screw and Spiral Conveyors with no modifications needed, simply install and go. We maintain a comprehensive stock of UHMWPE tubes in a variety of diameters, ready to be cut to your exact length requirements, ensuring a perfect fit. Selected sizes are available off the shelf for immediate dispatch, allowing for rapid delivery and minimal operational delays. With fast turnaround times, reliable UK and international shipping, and responsive customer service, we ensure your production stays up and running with minimal disruption.
Avoid Unplanned Downtime, Know When to Replace
Even the most durable materials, like UHMWPE, can wear down over time, especially in tough industrial settings. Understanding the typical causes of wear and damage can help prevent unplanned downtime and extend the life of your equipment.
Common causes of UHMWPE conveyor tube wear and replacements include –
Conveying of Abrasive Materials – Constant contact with rough or gritty materials gradually wears down the inner surface of the tube.
High Moisture or Damp Conditions – Moist environments can accelerate material fatigue or contribute to material buildup, especially when combined with fine powders.
Dense or Cohesive Substances – Sticky or compact materials can create excessive friction and pressure inside the tube, leading to faster wear or deformation.
Foreign Object Intrusion – Unexpected items entering the system can scrape, puncture, or block the tubing, causing internal damage and inefficiency.
Human Error – Damage may occur due to improper cleaning methods, incorrect installation, or accidental impact during maintenance or handling.
Key Features and Benefits of UHMWPE Conveyor Tubes
Exceptional Low-Friction Performance – Minimises material adhesion and reduces wear, ensuring smooth and efficient conveying.
Ultra-Smooth Finish Inside and Out – Enhances cleanliness, prevents buildup, and simplifies routine maintenance and cleaning.
Superior Impact Resistance – Durable construction withstands mechanical shocks and harsh operating conditions without cracking or breaking.
Outstanding Chemical and Corrosion Resistance – Resistant to a wide range of chemicals, acids, and corrosive substances, extending tube lifespan in challenging environments.
Effective Sound Absorption and Vibration Dampening – Reduces noise and mechanical vibrations, contributing to a quieter and safer workplace.
High Stress Tolerance and Energy Absorption – Capable of handling significant mechanical stresses, protecting against deformation and prolonging service life.
Wide Temperature Resistance Range – Performs reliably in extreme temperatures from -200°C up to +80°C, suitable for diverse industrial applications.
Safe and Non-Toxic Material – Made from physiologically safe UHMWPE, ensuring no harmful effects during contact with food or sensitive materials.
Certified EC and FDA-Compliant – Manufactured from extrusion-grade materials approved for food contact by both European and FDA standards.
Self-Lubricating with Excellent Flow Properties -Naturally reduces friction to promote free-flowing, clog-free material handling without additional lubricants.
A Trusted Supplier Across Industries
Our UHMWPE conveying tubes are relied upon across a wide range of industries for their durability, chemical resistance, and hygienic, smooth-flow characteristics.
In the food and beverage sector, they’re ideal for handling ingredients like flour, sugar, grains, and cocoa, applications where food-grade safety, cleanliness, and product purity are essential. Likewise, when processing seasonings and additives, which are often fine and aerated powders, UHMWPE tubes offer consistent flow and help minimise blend separation, preserving mix integrity.
Their value extends to the animal and pet food industry, where conveying dense, abrasive materials such as kibble, powdered supplements, and feed additives demands high levels of wear resistance. Here, UHMWPE performs reliably under tough operating conditions.
In more demanding environments like environmental and chemical processing, the tubes excel at handling aggressive materials such as hydrated lime, silica, and other industrial powders—thanks to their superior chemical resistance and long service life.
The plastics and nonwovens industries also benefit from UHMWPE tubing, where smooth internal surfaces allow for efficient transport of pellets, flakes, fibres, and binding agents. This reduces blockages and wear, particularly in high-volume, continuous-use applications.
Finally, in pharmaceutical manufacturing, where hygiene and precision are paramount, our UHMWPE tubes offer GMP-compliant, non-toxic performance. They are ideal for safely conveying sensitive powders such as APIs, excipients, and vitamins, supporting consistent, contamination-free production.