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medical rubber molding | medical molding

Transfer Molding for Rubber Products

By John Stone / December 24, 2024 / Comments Off on Transfer Molding for Rubber Products

Transfer molding for rubber products is used in industries such as electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. This rubber molding process combines elements of compression molding and injection molding, but offers distinct advantages for applications where intricate shapes, insert molding, or high dimensional accuracy are required. The Rubber Group offers transfer molding services along with…

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New Injection Molding Press | large part injection molding

Large Part Injection Molding

By John Stone / October 30, 2024 / Comments Off on Large Part Injection Molding

The Rubber Group uses a DESMA 968.400 ZO Benchmark (S2) for large part injection molding.

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medical compression molding | rubber compression molding

Rubber Compression Molding: An Introduction

By John Stone / July 31, 2024 / Comments Off on Rubber Compression Molding: An Introduction

Rubber compression molding produces elastomeric parts by placing a pre-measured amount of rubber into a mold, closing the tool, and applying heat and pressure.

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rubber molding processes

Rubber Molding Processes: Compression vs. Transfer vs. Injection Molding

By Rob Pruyn / April 5, 2023 / Comments Off on Rubber Molding Processes: Compression vs. Transfer vs. Injection Molding

There are three types of rubber molding processes: compression molding, transfer molding, and injection molding. Each has its own advantages and applications.

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rubber material selection

Rubber Material Selection for Molded Parts and Products

By Rob Pruyn / March 21, 2023 / Comments Off on Rubber Material Selection for Molded Parts and Products

Rubber material selection involves physical properties, chemical resistance, temperature range, environmental factors, cost, and standards and regulations. The Rubber Group can help you to select the right rubber and provides custom rubber molding services that include injection, compression, and transfer molding as well as rubber-to-metal bonding.

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engineering design reviews

Engineering Design Reviews for Molded Rubber Parts

By Rob Pruyn / March 3, 2023 / Comments Off on Engineering Design Reviews for Molded Rubber Parts

Engineering design reviews are critical to the success of any product, especially those involving molded rubber parts. Rubber molding supports a variety of applications and can produce parts ranging from simple seals to complex components for demanding environments. To ensure part quality and reliability, rubber molders need to conduct thorough engineering design reviews Engineering Design…

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manufacturing resilience

Manufacturing Resilience: Inside Rubber Magazine Profiles The Rubber Group

By Rob Pruyn / June 28, 2022 / Comments Off on Manufacturing Resilience: Inside Rubber Magazine Profiles The Rubber Group

Medical transfer molding provides tight control of part tolerances and can fill hundreds of mold cavities from a single pre-formed material. For both short runs and high volumes, this flexible manufacturing method supports complex shapes, thin-walled parts, and consistent dimensions.

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rheometer

The Right Rheometer for Your Molded Rubber Parts

By Rob Pruyn / March 30, 2022 / Comments Off on The Right Rheometer for Your Molded Rubber Parts

Medical transfer molding provides tight control of part tolerances and can fill hundreds of mold cavities from a single pre-formed material. For both short runs and high volumes, this flexible manufacturing method supports complex shapes, thin-walled parts, and consistent dimensions.

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Wasteless Rubber Molding

When Does Wasteless Rubber Molding Make Sense?

By Rob Pruyn / February 15, 2021 / Comments Off on When Does Wasteless Rubber Molding Make Sense?

Wasteless rubber molding usually isn’t waste-free. However, it can significantly reduce the amount of material that’s lost to runners and transfer pads.

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Flashless Molding

Flashless Molding for Rubber Products

By Rob Pruyn / January 21, 2021 / Comments Off on Flashless Molding for Rubber Products

Flashless molding uses precision tooling to mold rubber parts with only small amounts of flash. The tooling is more expensive, but flashless molds reduce costs over time by eliminating secondary operations.

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