ITR, a world-renowned Italian brand and leading supplier of aftermarket earthmoving machinery parts, talks about its undercarriage expertise
In the realm of heavy machinery, the undercarriage accounts for up to 50 per cent of a machine’s owning and operating costs, ITR Pacific says.
For dozers, excavators and other tracked equipment, a quality undercarriage ensures stability, durability and optimal performance on challenging terrains.
ITR, the world-renowned Italian brand best known for its complete range of aftermarket earthmoving machinery parts, has cemented itself as a world-leading supplier of undercarriage components.
Understanding its background, engineering expertise and product offerings sheds light on how ITR stands out in a competitive market.
Innovation and Quality
ITR Pacific, a key player in the Australian aftermarket earthmoving parts market, is a part of the USCO ITR group.
The USCO ITR group has a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality solutions to the heavy machinery sector.
Established as a global leader, the USCO ITR group has an extensive network of over 76 distribution centres across five continents, capable of reaching over 174 countries around the world.
ITR Pacific is a vital part of this network, specialising in aftermarket undercarriage solutions that meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards.
Its integration into the USCO ITR group amplifies its capabilities, leveraging the group’s extensive resources and technological advancements to enhance its product offerings.
Manufacturing Excellence
One of the cornerstones of ITR’s undercarriage success and the main thing separating it from its competitors is its 100 per cent owned production facilities, allowing ITR full control of the manufacturing process of the entire undercarriage product line, from start to finish.
ITR’s ISO-certified production facilities and stringent quality control measures have also resulted in a consistent, high-performing and reliable product that has attracted the business of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and other aftermarket companies globally.
ITR Industries’ South Korea and China bases manufacture all ITR track chains, track shoes, rollers, sprockets and idlers, with full control of the main production processes which include forging lines, machining and heat treatments. The engineering, research and development departments within each manufacturing facility are coordinated by the group’s Italian Engineering Department.
Numerous quality control checks are performed before, during and after production.
All these tests are performed in-house, according to OEM standards, using specially designed pre-calibrated testing equipment ensuring the integrity of the results.
Comprehensive Solutions
Offering a comprehensive range of undercarriage parts designed for most makes and models of tracked machinery in the Australian market, ITR Pacific has the parts needed to maintain the performance of your machine and ensure reliability.
owned production facilities. Image: ITR Pacific
With an expansive network of branches, warehouses and workshops strategically positioned throughout the Australian market, alongside industry experts stationed in every region, ITR Pacific is uniquely positioned to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Its range includes:
1. Track Chains: ITR track chains have undergone extensive research, resulting in an improved design. ITR’s range offers a variety of sealed and lubricated track chains (SALT) and sealed and unsealed track chains, suitable for standard to specialised heavy-duty applications. Premium tracks are now fitted with newly designed Seal Groups, engineered to the highest quality standards in the industry, to perform in applications such as mining and quarrying.
2. Track Shoes: Manufactured from top-quality materials to ensure high wear resistance in even the most abrasive conditions. Suitable for most makes and models of crawler machines and applications with a large range of single, double and triple grouser track shoes, as well as swamp shoes and special application shoes.
3. Track Rollers: Forged products manufactured from selected materials such as certified Boron steel, high toughness castings and top-quality components. Deep heat treatments and precise machining guarantee consistency of the production. All rollers are lifetime lubricated due to the increased oil capacity and seal design.
4. Idlers: Designed based on the application requirements, offering solid cast or fabricated drum-type Idlers. Extended wear life is assured by specific heat-treatment processes to harden contacting surfaces. ITR Idler Seals are engineered to perform in extreme conditions with temperatures of between -40 and +50 Degrees Celsius.
5. Sprockets: The USCO ITR group has invested heavily into research and development of its sprockets and segment groups to improve wear time and reliability. The surface and core hardness provide a longer wear life, with a higher resistance to bending or breaking in tough conditions.
6. Track Pads: These are manufactured with the highest-quality rubber and steel, which ITR says typically makes them 13 per cent thicker than competitor pads. This gives them the benefit of reduced noise and vibration when the machine is tracking. ITR’s rubber pad range is competitively priced and suitable for all applications.
Reliability and Performance
ITR’s commitment to engineering excellence, quality manufacturing and comprehensive product offerings makes it a standout choice for undercarriage components.
As a part of the USCO ITR group, ITR Pacific leverages extensive resources and expertise to deliver products that meet the highest industry standards.
For operators and fleet managers, investing in ITR undercarriage parts means choosing reliability and performance. Its range of undercarriage products ensures that heavy machinery operates smoothly, efficiently and with minimal downtime. In an industry where performance is critical, the USCO ITR group provides the solutions needed to keep crawler machines in peak condition, ready to tackle any challenge the job site presents.
For more information, visit www.itrpacific.com.au or call 1300 820 214.
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