Ceramic Lined Pipe
CUMI-TUFF® alumina lined piping
CUMI (Australia) offers a complete range of fabricated piping components lined with high-performance CUMI-TUFF® alumina ceramic, designed for wet and dry material handling in high-wear environments. Each component is pre-engineered so ceramic tiles fit with no gaps — the tight, interlocking fit that determines how long a lining actually lasts.
Components are fabricated to your plant’s exact specifications: straight pipes, elbows, Y-pieces, reducers, cyclones and pump components, with steel options in mild steel, stainless 304/316L and 3CR12 to industry standards.
Ceramic grades for every duty
CUMI manufactures a family of engineered ceramic tile grades — CUMITUFF, CUMIXTRATUFF, CUMIULTRATUFF, CUMIXTREME and CUMIZIRTUFF — in thicknesses and shapes made to suit the application, from fine-particle abrasion to coarse, high-impact slurry. CUMI’s advanced ceramics outlast traditional liners such as basalt, rubber and ni-hard many times over.
Industries served
Mining and mineral processing, power generation, cement and recycling — anywhere abrasive material eats through unlined steel. CUMI Australia has operated in Australasia for over 25 years with offices in Newcastle, Perth, Mackay, Rockhampton and Townsville, backed by one of the world’s largest engineered-ceramics manufacturers.
Why choose CUMI-TUFF® lined pipe
- High-purity alumina ceramic engineered for harsh industrial environments
- Tight, interlocking tile fit — no gaps, no premature lining failure
- Full fabrication capability — complex fittings, not just straight pipe
- Steel options in MS, SS 304/316L and 3CR12 to industry standards
- One-stop shop — design, project management, and onsite maintenance support
Frequently asked questions
How much longer does ceramic lined pipe last than steel?
Service life depends on the material and velocity, but CUMI’s engineered ceramics outlast traditional linings such as basalt, rubber and ni-hard many times over — extending shutdown intervals and cutting cost per tonne.
Can complex fittings be lined?
Yes — elbows, Y-pieces, reducers, cyclones and pump components are all fabricated and lined to your specifications.
Which ceramic grade do we need?
That’s driven by particle size, impact angle and velocity. Tell us the duty and we’ll match the grade — from CUMITUFF for general abrasion to CUMIZIRTUFF for the most severe service.
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