Ceramic sliding Surfaces for the next Generation

Ceramic sliding Surfaces for the next Generation 
of Curling Stones

CeramTec ETEC is the new sponsoring partner to the German Curling Association (DCV). The ceramic experts will make their first appearance to a broader audience as the DCV’s partner and an event sponsor at the World Curling Federation’s (WCF) Olympic Qualification Event, which will take place from December 10. to 15. in Füssen, Germany. And they are bringing the latest technology along with them: Curling stone sliding surfaces made from ceramics, for improved competitiveness on the ice.

Curling stones, and their sliding surfaces in particular, are subject to continuous wear due the manner in which they are used. The greater the wear on the sliding surfaces, the less consistent and controllable the curl – individual athletic performance can suffer as a result. To counteract these effects the experts at CeramTec developed sliding surfaces made of ceramic:

“Several informative discussions with athletes and the DCV helped us come up with the idea of replacing the traditional granite sliding surface of the curling stones with advanced ceramics. Thanks to its wear resistance and hardness, this material helps level the playing field for every athlete.”

Date: 2023-04-10     hits: 366    Return