Molded rubber parts
Molded rubber parts come in many different shapes and sizes and are used in a wide range of applications. Some of the most common types of molded rubber parts and rubber-to-metal bonded components usually have a mechanical function or act as insulators, seals, membranes, valves, hoses.
Rubber parts are typically manufactured by compression or injection molding in molds. As Betech has an extensive base of different rubber types and specialty compounds, it is possible to select the exact set of properties for the molded component that best suits the application.
What is technical rubber?
Technical rubber is a term for functional rubber components used in industrial applications. Technical rubber covers many types and grades of rubber materials that are characterized by their durability, flexibility and resistance to various environmental conditions and influences. These unique and diverse properties make rubber and silicone rubber ideal for use in various industries, including the construction of industrial machinery, production of industrial products and functional sub-components.
Get access to many rubber grades - and special approvals
Rubber components are known for their durability, flexibility, and resistance to various environmental conditions. They can withstand high temperatures, pressures, and chemicals, making them ideal for use in demanding industrial applications. In addition, rubber components can also be designed and manufactured to meet specific requirements, making them very versatile. These include special requirements for food contact, drinking water, fire rating, etc.
Achieve improved performance, reliable operation and longer lifespan
Molded rubber parts are used in a wide range of industries, including construction of industrial machinery, production of industrial products and components. The role of the rubber part is often to act as a gasket, seal, protective bellows, shock or vibration absorber, diaphragm, pipe or hose for the control and transportation of liquids and other media. In this way, rubber components play a vital role in many different types of machinery and equipment, helping to improve performance, increase reliability and extend service life.
Continuous development of technology and materials
With constant technological development and innovation in the industry, there is a growing demand for more advanced and efficient rubber components. This includes the development of new types of rubber with improved properties and the use of increasingly advanced manufacturing techniques to produce more complex and precise rubber parts.
There is also an increasing focus on the use of more environmentally friendly materials and the climate impact throughout the value and supply chain.
Where can you use molded rubber parts?
Molded rubber components often play a critical, functional role. Their primary function is to ensure machines and equipment operate efficiently and safely. Here are some of the most common functions that molded rubber components perform in various industrial applications:
Seal/insulate
Molded rubber used for sealing and insulation
Rubber components designed as gaskets and seals are used to prevent leakage of liquids and gases in machinery and equipment. They ensure that there is a tight connection or separation between different parts, which is essential to ensure the efficiency and safety of these systems.
Dampen
Molded rubber used for shock absorption
Rubber components in the form of dampers and bellows are used to absorb shocks and vibrations. This is especially important in machines and equipment that are exposed to high levels of mechanical stress, as it helps extend their lifespan and prevent damage.
Protect/reinforce
Molded rubber used for protection and reinforcement
In many cases, rubber components are used to protect sensitive parts of machinery and equipment. They can also be used to reinforce structures and improve their resistance to various types of stress.
movement
Molded rubber used for flexibility and movement
Rubber components in the form of bellows, compensators and covers allow machinery and equipment to move and adapt to different conditions. This is crucial for many applications where machines and equipment need to be able to adapt and work efficiently in different conditions.
Personal protection
Molded rubber used as protection against injury
With a shielding and containment function, the molded, flexible components can also prevent operators and other people from coming into direct contact with dangerous machine parts.
Transport/flow
Molded rubber used in media transport and flow control
Rubber and silicone components play a crucial role in systems that handle, separate and transport liquids and other fluid media:
- Hoses and pipes: Rubber hoses and pipes are often used to transport different types of liquids and gases. They are known for their flexibility and resistance to different types of media, making them ideal for this type of application.
- Pipe seals and gaskets: To maintain efficient, reliable operation, it is crucial to prevent leakage in systems or machinery that handle or use liquid media. Moulded gaskets and seals can be the right solution where there is a pronounced need for asymmetrical design, embedded metal parts, large part thicknesses or very fine tolerances.
- Diaphragms and valves: Rubber components are also used in valves and diaphragms that control the flow of liquids and gases.
Rubber - generic properties and application temperature
This overview gives you a quick overview of the temperature range, resistance and physical properties of the most common types of rubber and silicone.
The practical overview is one of our most popular publications.
Download the table so you have it at hand the next time you need to track down the right choice of technical rubber. (Danish and English)
Miniature and large format molding
Betech can offer production based on all common manufacturing technologies - such as micro molding for hearing aids and other small, advanced electronics products - or large format molding of parts up to 2,000 mm length/diameter for the heavier industries such as machine building, offshore and shipbuilding, and energy and utilities.
SDG initiatives
Betech works with specific SDG initiatives that include reducing energy consumption for goods transportation and ensuring decent, safe working conditions and responsible production at subcontractors and partners.
Want to hear more about molded rubber parts?
Betech specializes in rubber materials, designing rubber parts and manufacturing molding tools in the exact quality that gives you the desired result and smooth operation.
We are order-producing and only work with customer-specific items that are unique and optimized for your particular product, plant or machine. The molded products on these pages are therefore examples from an almost limitless universe of possible solutions.
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