6 Products That can be Made With Rubber Extrusion

Picture this: you’re an industrial equipment owner, and lately, you’ve been noticing some distressing signs. Your equipment is showing indications of wear and tear; seals are leaking, vibrations are causing damage, and your machinery is losing efficiency. 

It’s frustrating, isn’t it? 

Like a pebble in your shoe that only becomes more annoying with each step.

These seemingly minor symptoms aren’t just annoyances – they’re warnings of bigger problems lurking beneath the surface. They’re the first drops of rain before the storm. Unaddressed, these small issues will snowball into major operational headaches, leading to costly downtime, lost productivity, and possible safety hazards.

Fortunately, there’s a solution to these problems–a versatile and cost-effective method for creating the products you need to address these symptoms.

It’s called rubber extrusion.

The wonders of rubber extrusion

Rubber extrusion is a manufacturing process that transforms raw rubber materials into a wide array of useful products. Think of it like a master chef transforming simple ingredients into a dazzling array of culinary delights. By forcing the rubber material through a specialized die, we can create custom rubber profiles for various applications.

Extrusion Die Assembly

Sealing the deal: Gaskets and seals

One of the most common applications for rubber extrusion is in the creation of gaskets and seals. A well-designed seal can be the difference between a smoothly operating machine and one that’s leaking fluids, wasting energy, and compromising safety. With rubber extrusion, you can create custom seals designed specifically for your equipment – ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.

Dampening the noise: Vibration isolation and shock absorption

Industrial equipment can be loud and create excessive vibrations. Over time, these vibrations can damage your machinery, reduce its efficiency, and even cause safety hazards. Rubber extrusion can create vibration isolation and shock absorption components that help mitigate these issues, providing a smoother, quieter, and more stable working environment.

Keeping it together: Connectors and hoses

Connectors and hoses are the unsung heroes of your industrial equipment. They’re responsible for keeping everything running smoothly by transporting fluids, gases, and electrical signals from one part of the machine to another. Rubber extrusion allows you to create custom connectors and hoses tailored to your equipment’s specifications, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.

Embracing a world of improved performance

By addressing the symptoms we discussed earlier – leaking seals, excessive vibrations, and inefficient connections – with products made through rubber extrusion, you can transform the performance of your equipment. 

Imagine a workspace where your machines run smoothly, without leaks or disruptive vibrations. Picture a world where your equipment operates at peak efficiency, reducing downtime and boosting productivity.

This isn’t just a pipe dream – it’s a reality made possible by the magic of this method. By incorporating custom rubber products into your equipment, you can mitigate the symptoms that were holding you back, unlocking a new level of performance.

So, the next time you’re faced with a nagging issue with your industrial equipment, contact Mark Tool & Rubber. 

We just finished up a rubber seal extrusion project for one of our customers in Germany. The rubber compound used in the photos below is a butyl rubber designed by our partners at Techwell Technologies, LLC.