Vibration: ZANITE dampens vibration approximately 10 times better than cast iron and 45 times better than steel due to its higher dynamic stiffness. Reduction of vibration means improved system performance and tool life. ZANITE also deadens sound.

Flexibility: Custom linear ways, hydraulic fluid tanks, threaded inserts, cutting fluid and conduit piping can all be integrated into the polymer base. In addition, ZANITE polymer bases do not require painting. Assembly time is reduced by incorporating multiple components into one casting. ZANITE does not require a uniform wall thickness allowing for greater design flexibility of your base.

Delivery: ZANITE Polymer Composite bases can be produced and delivered within a week, ready to assemble. Cast iron bases can take anywhere from 3 - 6 months to complete. Post curing is not required.

Cost: ZANITE is cast to finish tolerances while cast iron requires secondary machining. ZANITE polymer bases cost significantly less than metallic castings when compared to finished, ready to assemble parts. In addition, inventory costs are significantly reduced because of the short lead times.

ZANITE is envIronmentally friendly. ZANITE bases are created using a cold casting process requiring a minimal amount of energy consumption and is the only process which allows plastic and metal to merge in the same casting.

ZANITE is chemical and corrosion resistant. ZANITE offers excellent strength and chemical resistance to most common solvents, acids, alkalis and cutting fluids.

ZANITE replaces traditional materials such as iron, aluminum, and steel used in the manufacture of machine bases. Castings are manufactured to finish tolerances, and the resulting base out-performs alternative material in many areas.

ZANITE polymer composite is accepted by design engineers throughout the world as an alternative material due to its excellent design flexibility, mechanical properties, and short production time.