“These dimensions will be good enough to get you a budgetary quote. But I’m going to measure the bucket before I enter the order to make certain it fits.”

Recently, another longtime wear steel salesman called asking for dimensions on a specific model of front end loader so he could quote a bucket liner. We discussed how the available sizes vary between different models, even from the same manufacturer.

These buckets and liners are not items sitting on a shelf. Each one is produced when the manufacturer receives an order.

As a result, manufacturing variations will naturally occur.

Here Is A Perfect Example

A Midwest gravel pit operator ordered two brand new loaders from a highly respected equipment manufacturer, with identical specifications on both.

To protect his investment, he wanted to install a 3/8” QT-PLUS ^® liner inside each loader bucket before it started to wear. This way the fit would be perfect.

His instructions were, “Measure up one bucket and send me two liners.”

Mining and aggregate heavy equipment is subjected to constant abuse and stress over the years. After several years of use, a bucket may not have the same measurements it had when it first left the factory. This means an OEM replacement part may not fit the way it did originally.

Rather than assume these two new buckets were identical, I measured each of them.

SURPRISINGLY, THE TWO NEW BUCKETS WERE NOT THE SAME SIZE!

The bucket bottom straight is measured from the back of the base edge to the point where the bucket starts to curve up the back. This is the tangent.

The first unit measured 34”.
The second unit measured 38.5”!

One bottom straight was 4.5” LONGER than the other! Remember, these were identical machines, ordered and delivered at the same time.

Had we measured just one bucket and delivered two matching wear liners, he would have received one liner that was either too short or too long. He might have thought we didn’t measure correctly, when it was actually the equipment that was different. Everyone involved was surprised.

BY TAKING THE TIME TO VERIFY THE DIMENSIONS OF EACH BUCKET, THE JADCO LINERS FIT EACH MACHINE PERFECTLY.

Eliminate Fitment Worries With JADCO

JADCO has a well-earned reputation in the wear resistant steel industry for delivering projects that fit properly the first time.

We are not tied to old school measuring methods. Using the latest technology is critical when the equipment is in an area that is difficult to access.

Utilizing state-of-the-art scanning tools allows JADCO to deliver your complex parts that fit THE FIRST TIME, EVERY TIME.

Experience The JADCO Difference For Yourself.

For over the last 46+ years, JADCO has focused exclusively on delivering consistent, longer equipment life, with parts that fit, for our customers.

Now you understand why we are able to deliver better results to our customers. We think differently by strictly focusing on improving your current results.

The Right Materials For Your Specific Application, Measured To Fit

Allow us to help you today by emailing us at info@jadcomfg.com or calling (724) 452-5252.

We will schedule a meeting with one of our local wear plate specialists at a time that best fits your schedule.

Remember, the only thing you have to lose by not working with JADCO is profit.