Xerium Introduces CemPress Polyurethane Roll Cover Technology for Fibre Cement Machines

YOUNGSVILLE, N.C., Nov. 21, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xerium Technologies, Inc. XRM, a leading global provider of industrial consumable products and services, recently launched CemPress polyurethane roll technology for drive roll applications on fibre cement machines. CemPress utilizes an innovative compound with special processing which delivers excellent wear resistance for fibre cement machines that use highly abrasive materials in their processing. CemPress is also ideal for machines requiring resistance to high pH and caustic chemical processes. CemPress roll technology is also the best application for those machines operating in low or high temperature environments. Learn more about CemPress at http://www.xerium.com/news/xerium-news.aspx.

"Recently developed by Xerium's Stowe Woodward R&D team, CemPress is another product innovation for the fibre cement industry where Xerium has deep roots," said Mr. Bill Butterfield, EVP and CTO of Xerium. "We are excited to expand our technology across multiple industries and see more customers becoming more competitive through the use of this new class of polyurethane that will enhance machine performance and roll cover life."

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Xerium Technologies, Inc. XRM is a leading global provider of industrial consumable products and services. Xerium utilizes a broad portfolio of patented and proprietary technologies to provide customers with tailored solutions and products integral to production, all designed to optimize performance and reduce operational costs. Xerium has 27 manufacturing facilities in 12 countries around the world and employs approximately 3,200 employees.

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