Abstract: A method for manufacturing a polymeric article having an integrated reinforcing element. A thermoplastic material is introduced into a mould, after which reinforcing elements are inserted into the mould cavity. A second layer of the thermoplastic material is introduced into the mould, after which the mould is closed, pressing and heating the mould to melt the thermoplastic material and form the article. The thermoplastic layers may be provided in powder, sheet, or pellet form. The reinforcing elements may comprise reinforcing fibres or reinforcing fabrics. A polymeric track for a vehicle may be produced from this method.

Abstract: A traction band with improved ground-engaging lugs is disclosed. The traction band generally comprises an endless body extending along the longitudinal axis of the traction band. The body comprises an outer ground-engaging surface and an inner sprocket wheel engaging surface. The inner sprocket wheel engaging surface can comprise rows of drive lugs cooperating with the sprocket wheel. The outer ground-engaging surface comprises a series ground-engaging lugs which, according to the present invention, have a generally H-shape, I-shape, C-shape, O-shape or a rectangular shape when viewed from the top.