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Which types of rubber are best for oil resistance?
There are many rubber compounds to choose from, but not all of them are suitable for applications where oil is present. Certain rubber compounds have no issues operating in and around oily environments, while others will degrade and ultimately fail. Here at SRM as a specialist custom rubber moulder we have an extensive knowledge of the…

What is the best rubber compound for a high-temperature environment?
How does heat affect rubber? The presence of persistent or extreme heat can cause degradation in rubber materials, leading to poor performance and even failure. For high-temperature applications and environments a high-temperature resistant rubber compound is required to offer dependable performance without compromise. Here at SRM we’ve been working with high-temperature resistant rubber compounds for…

SRM Industries – Building a world-class rubber moulding facility
SRM have completed phase one of what will be a world-class rubber moulding facility. Last month saw SRM take delivery of 9 state-of-the-art Austrian-built Maplan rubber moulding machines. They were installed on-site by Maplan UK. The last 18 months alone has seen SRM invest in 11 new Maplan injection moulding machines and 2 new Mewo…

DOWNLOAD OUR FREE eBOOK TODAY
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE eBOOK TODAY : RUBBER MOULDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SRM is one of the biggest rubber moulding suppliers in the construction industry in the UK. We have been producing rubber moulded parts for the construction industry for over 40 years and supply a huge range of components: from anti-vibration mounts, seals and…

RUBBER MOULDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
SRM is one of the biggest rubber moulding suppliers in the construction industry in the UK. We have been producing rubber moulded parts for the construction industry for over 40 years and supply a huge range of components: from anti-vibration mounts, seals and buffers for machinery, to joystick gaiters for construction vehicles. EPDM is the…

WE ARE RECRUITING – Quality Inspectors
We are recruiting – SRM industries, a leading manufacturing of Rubber mouldings with a large prestigious client base, is looking for Quality Inspectors to join their dynamic injection moulding Inspection Department. You will be working in a fast-paced environment, where an eye for detail and accuracy is required. Previous Quality Inspector experience is desirable but…

PRECISION ENGINEERING IS IN OUR DNA
Download our FREE engineering e-book now. SRM has over 40 years experience of precision engineering and a highly skilled work force. We use state-of-the-art equipment; set up for small-to-medium volume repeatable batch work. Why not download our FREE engineering e-book; it includes a full plant list and an overview of our capabilities. Below is an…

WE ARE RECRUITING
We are recruiting – SRM industries, a leading manufacturing of Rubber mouldings with a large prestigious client base, are looking for Rubber Injection Production Operatives to join their dynamic injection moulding production team. You will be working in a fast-paced environment, where an eye for detail and accuracy is required. The main responsibilities of the…

Guide to bespoke rubber O-rings
A materials guide to bespoke rubber O-rings At SRM, whilst you would expect that we can supply rubber O-rings of standard shapes and sizes (for applications such as engine seals for construction vehicles), where we come into our own is in the production of bespoke O-rings. We can produce bespoke rubber O-rings in any size…

Assembly, Kitting and Ultrasonic Cleaning
SRM has a dedicated in-house assembly and kitting service. We can pick and pack your products into kits; effectively managing another part of the supply chain. The kits are packed to customer-specific requirements, barcoded and supplied in bulk. Using advanced materials and state-of-the-art technology, we minimise cost and maximise efficiency. Advanced production monitoring and process…

FDA-approved rubber moulding
SRM manufacture FDA-approved rubber mouldings for the food industry SRM’s geographical location is ideal for the food industry, being located in the heart of the Midlands and surrounded by food manufacturers. We have worked within the food manufacturing sector for over 40 years and we stock a broad range of FDA-approved rubber moulding materials. Download…

What is rubber bonding?
Here at SRM we’ve been producing rubber-bonded products for over 40 years and have an extensive knowledge of the process and its applications. We hold a broad range of stock materials and can produce all tooling in-house. Due to this we have no minimum quantity requirement and can produce one-offs, high volume mass production…

A Guide to Die-cut Gaskets
What is a gasket? A gasket is a piece of material that can be pressed between the faces or flanges of a joint to provide a seal. Gaskets allow for any tolerance to be taken up between the two faces, and also mask any surface irregularities, so that under compression the gasket forms a seal.…

6 types of rubber we use
What are the 6 types of rubber we use in the rubber moulding process and why? 1. Silicone Rubber Mouldings Silicone Rubber Moulding is used in many automotive, electronics and aerospace applications where resistance to temperature extremes is necessary. Examples of products include: low-smoke, low-toxicity products for the rail industry; FDA-approved bakeware mouldings and glow-in-the-dark…

What are the differences between injection rubber moulding and compression rubber moulding?
Compression and injection moulding are the main two processes by which rubber products are made. Compression moulding is an older (1850s) more simple process reliant on the user whilst injection rubber moulding (1960s) is a more high-tech automated approach. Both have their strengths and weaknesses depending on the required application. This is our complete guide…

SUPPORTING UK BUSINESS
SRM INDUSTRIES – SUPPORTING UK BUSINESS AT THIS TIME OF NEED SRM Industries are proud to be part of the keyworker network supporting people and businesses. We are running a 24 hour shift pattern to support the health sector at this time of need. We are here to help – With over 40 years experience producing…