An open and closed cell foam supplier may seem like a niche market, but the two types of foams have many industrial applications. More than selecting a rubber sheet or compound, each material has distinct structures to meet specific requirements, depending on the use. Foam, in general, is made from polymers such as polyurethane, polyethylene, EPDM… Read more »
When it comes to rubber crutch tips, not much thought beyond their intended use generally comes to mind. Those who have been or are hobbled know how important the grip of a rubber crutch tip is. Nevertheless, rubber crutch tips have far more uses than their original intention for crutches, canes, and walkers. Businesses should… Read more »
Manufacturer’s Rubber and Supply recognizes the important role that Reelcraft distributors play in the supply chain of Reelcraft products and parts. As a Reelcraft supplier, Manufacturer’s Rubber and Supply focuses on sourcing inventory in bulk directly from the manufacturer for our customers, clients, and distributors. As a Reelcraft distributor, we are positioned to offer competitive… Read more »
Who knew that little bumpons can play such a big part in our home? Bumpons are a self-adhesive, indispensable rubber bumper designed for a variety of uses and applications throughout the entire house. They can be used in the kitchen, living room, bedrooms or bathrooms, or in the study or office—wherever needed to reduce and… Read more »
O-rings are solid doughnut-shaped seals made of various polymers such as nitrile rubber, silicone rubber, and fluorosilcone rubber. O-rings are designed to block the passage of gases and liquids between two mating surfaces. They are available in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses for both standard and non-standard sealing applications (learn how to measure… Read more »
Why should you buy a Reelcraft hose reel? Whether you run a small, one bay garage, a lawn care service or manage multiple manufacturing plants or even a shipping line, undoubtedly at some point, you’ve looked out and seen a variety of hoses—air, water, grease—laid out in a tangled mess, being dragged around, run over,… Read more »
Almost every mechanical device requires some kind of o-ring. The o-ring is so common that we almost forget it’s there until there is a mechanical failure. A crack or break in an o-ring can create delays in production, expensive leaks or equipment breakdown. Preventing cracking in o-rings and finding knowledgeable o ring suppliers is essential… Read more »
As the calendar turns, rubber manufacturing companies are reflecting on all of the changes that occurred in the past 12 months, and are planning ahead for a prosperous future. As a manufacturer, your day likely revolves around keeping your customer base happy, ensuring that your plant floor is working efficiently, having plenty of inventory on… Read more »
Vibration Isolation is the process of isolating an object, such as a piece of machinery or equipment, from the source of vibrations. Vibration can wreak havoc in many domains, especially engineered systems and machines. There is often a need to reduce the transmission of vibration between two elements while still maintaining mechanical support. Manufacturer’s Rubber… Read more »
Regardless of the size of your business, increasing productivity is key to enhancing gross profits and maintaining competitiveness. Productivity on the manufacturing floor depends upon a mix of efficient workers, equipment, and procedures. Rubber manufacturers are particularly sensitive to overall efficiency since producing more rubber products means making more money and staying ahead of competitors…. Read more »
