Food-Grade Polyurethane Solutions
Equipment reliability and contamination resistance are critical in food processing environments. Components must perform under harsh washdowns, exposure to oils and acids, and constant mechanical stress without compromising safety or regulatory compliance. Mearthane Products Corporation (MPC) engineers high-performance food-grade polyurethane solutions that meet FDA standards and deliver long-term durability.
With in-house chemistry, ISO-certified manufacturing, and over five decades of experience, MPC helps OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and food processing facilities reduce downtime, maintain hygienic operations, and improve performance. Whether you’re designing new systems or supporting machines already in the field, MPC delivers tailored polyurethane components that solve real-world challenges.
Polyurethane Solutions for Food Processing Equipment
Mearthane manufactures a wide range of food-safe polyurethane products designed to support hygienic, efficient processing operations. These components are engineered using proprietary Durethane® formulations that offer excellent resistance to abrasion, moisture, and chemical exposure while complying with FDA standards for food contact.
Durastatic® Pipe for Ingredient Transfer and Vacuum Systems
Durastatic® pipe is Mearthane’s proprietary food-grade urethane tubing used in powder, granular, and slurry transfer applications. Designed to handle vacuum and pressure in bulk food ingredient systems, Durastatic offers static dissipation, abrasion resistance, and smooth internal surfaces that reduce material buildup. This solution is ideal for dry mix, spice transfer, and other particulate handling where contamination control is essential.
Custom Urethane Bushings, Gaskets & Seals
Food processing systems require seals and gaskets that resist aggressive sanitation chemicals and repeated mechanical cycling. Mearthane produces food-safe urethane components in custom geometries for conveyors, mixers, and packaging lines. Each part is made to spec, using Durethane® materials certified for food contact and designed for long-term performance in CIP/SIP environments.
FDA-Compliant Rollers and Wheels
Mearthane produces FDA-compliant rollers, guide wheels, pulleys, and drive components that combine non-marking surfaces with high mechanical strength. These food-safe polyurethane rollers are used in bottling lines, bakery conveyors, produce handling, and other applications where clean, efficient movement is critical. Their thermoset chemistry resists water absorption, microbial growth, and chemical degradation.
Engineered for Compliance and Performance
MPC formulates each food-grade polyurethane compound in-house to meet the unique requirements of food industry applications. Our Durethane® materials are designed for high tear strength, hydrolytic stability, and FDA compliance. This vertical integration gives customers more control over material properties and product quality, backed by ISO 9001:2015 certified processes and decades of technical expertise.
Contact us today to discuss your project and see how MPC can deliver the high-quality urethane products your industry demands.
FAQs About Our Food-Grade Polyurethane Solutions
Choosing the right food-grade polyurethane solution is critical for maintaining hygiene and performance in food processing systems. Below are answers to common questions about our materials, capabilities, and application-specific offerings.
What makes Mearthane's polyurethane materials food safe?
Our food-grade materials are formulated to meet FDA guidelines for direct food contact. We use precise controls on raw materials, curing processes, and quality testing to ensure full compliance.
Can you produce custom polyurethane parts for my application?
Yes. We specialize in custom-molded food-safe urethane parts. Our team works with OEMs and plant engineers to design, prototype, and manufacture components tailored to your equipment and processing needs.
How does Durastatic pipe help reduce contamination risks?
Durastatic pipe minimizes static buildup, which can attract dust and contaminants. Its abrasion-resistant interior prevents material hang-up, promoting cleaner, more consistent flow in dry ingredient systems.
Product Highlight: Durastatic® Pipe
Durastatic® is MPC’s flagship solution for conveying food powders, spices, grains, and similar materials. This food-grade polyurethane pipe features static-dissipative properties and a smooth internal surface to minimize clogging and promote hygienic transfer. Available in custom lengths and diameters, Durastatic is trusted in bulk handling systems where cleanliness and durability matter most.
Urethane Expertise Backed by Material Science
Every product at Mearthane is powered by proprietary material chemistry and precision manufacturing. Our food-safe polyurethane solutions are tailored to exacting mechanical and hygienic standards, giving OEMs and processors confidence in critical components. Our engineering team supports customers through every stage, from concept to prototyping to scaled production.
Your Partner for Food-Grade Urethane Solutions
Food safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are central to modern processing operations. Mearthane’s advanced food-grade urethane materials provide the performance you need to keep operations moving and maintenance low. Each component is custom-engineered to meet your application requirements and withstand the demands of industrial food production environments.
Request a Quote or Talk with an Engineer
Ready to upgrade your food processing components with food-grade polyurethane solutions that meet the highest performance and safety standards? Contact Mearthane Products Corporation today for engineering support, material selection, and fast-turn quoting.
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