Knowledge Database rubber-technology

Our knowledge base consolidates expertise on elastomers, composite parts and toolmaking. Here you’ll find precise information on materials, processes and applications - clearly explained and technically sound. It’s ideal for engineers, purchasers and anyone with a technical interest who wants to dive deeper into the world of rubber technology.

CNC milling and EDM

CNC milling and die-sinking EDM in toolmaking: Functionality, differences and interaction between the two processes and their influence on precision and quality.

Additives

Additives in elastomer compounds control processing, ageing resistance, cross-linking and functional properties. Overview of mechanisms of action, additive classes and technical classification.

Primer

How can rubber be bonded to a substrate (metal)? Basics, function and process reliability for primer application.

CR - Chloroprene

Chloroprene (CR): Properties, chemical structure, processing, relevant standards and material comparison with other synthetic rubbers explained in compact form.

NBR - Nitrile Butadiene Rubber

NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) is an oil and fuel-resistant synthetic rubber characterised by good mechanical properties and high resistance to mineral oils.

FKM - Fluororubber

FKM refers to fluorinated elastomers with a saturated polymer main chain. Overview of chemical structure, processing, standards and material comparison.

EPDM - ethylene propylene diene monomer

EPDM is a synthetic rubber based on ethylene-propylene. Overview of structure, properties, processing and categorisation in a material comparison.

BR - Butadiene Rubber

Butadiene Rubber: Properties, Benefits, Typical Applications, where BR excels and what it is used for - compactly summarized.

IR - Isoprene Rubber

Isoprene Rubber (IR): Quick check of Properties, Limitations and Common Fields of Application - explained in an easy-to-understand way.

SBR - Styrene-Butadiene Rubber

Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) is one of the most widely used synthetic rubbers worldwide. As a cost effective alternative to natural rubber, SBR combines good processing properties, high availability and abrasion resistance - a material with both history and future.

Compression Molding of Elastomer Parts

Operating principle, typical applications, material advantages, and tooling design – including temperature management & design considerations.

Injection Molding for Rubber and Silicone Components

Injection molding: short cycle times, high dimensional accuracy, and low material waste. Explore when this process excels over compression molding.

Transfer Molding of Elastomer Parts

Operating principle, advantages, and differentiation from compression and injection molding.