Choosing a urethane parts manufacturer can be tough, as there are many important traits to consider. To help you make the right decision, we've laid out the five most important traits to consider in a good urethane manufacturer. 1. Experience…
Rubber and urethane are materials that most people don't think about when using everyday appliances. From rubber tires and refrigerator parts, to urethane carpet padding and doorstops, these materials are likely within your reach from where you’re reading this right…
Thermal insulation is paramount in pipeline design. Without it, your pipelines won’t be protected against heat-induced stresses and strains, which can lead to costly damages in the near future. Since oil exploration has ventured out into the deeper, warmer waters…
Reducing costs is an important part of running any effective business, so long as it’s not at the expense of quality. In an uncertain economy, the smallest decrease in expenses can have a major impact on your business profits. You…
Nothing hinders your productivity like polyurethane part failure. This can drive your entire production to a halt, increasing your downtime and causing you to spend countless hours locating the problem and replacing the parts. But what causes this to happen,…
Last week, in part 1 of this 2-part series, we dove into an in-depth review of SplashTRON®--one of the two products that every pipeline worker needs to know about. This week, we’re going to take a look at another product…
Compromising pipeline safety is never an option. In order to keep your offshore structures lasting for years to come, there are two products every pipeline worker should know about. If you’ve been in the industry for a while, you’ve likely…
Concrete, asphalt, and blacktop playgrounds are extremely unsafe. When used to surface water play and other sport/exercise areas, these materials can be even more dangerous. Even grass and soil surfaces are not ideal, because weather and overuse can change their…
Maintenance is one of the biggest expenses in the oilfield industry, and corrosion accounts for nearly 60% of all maintenance costs. From ozone attacks, to splash zone and impact damage, it’s no surprise that offshore platforms are subject to endless…
Installing a rubber safety surface is a big investment that can be expected to last for many years. But if you don’t keep up with routine maintenance and regular cleanings, you’ll have to replace it sooner rather than later. Fortunately,…
Power tools must be made using the best materials on the market. If their parts fall short, the user may wind up with painful vibration-related injuries like carpal tunnel, tendinitis, or peripheral nerve damage. This is why urethane is the…
Buying rubber products in different sizes can be challenging if you’re sourcing them through a company with limited molding capabilities. What you need to look for is a rubber manufacturer that offers compression, extrusion, and injection molding processes. Having these…
The mining industry requires some of the toughest, most durable equipment in the world to operate in such harsh and dangerous conditions. Because it’s subjected to such extreme temperatures and intense environmental conditions, mining equipment must operate at peak performance…
Rubber surfacing offers an array of benefits for outdoor and indoor playgrounds, around pools, livestock trailers and much more. These benefits range from aesthetics and tactile appeal, to durability, safety, and more; making it the premier choice over other options…
New innovations are made in the oil and gas industry everyday. In 2021, it’s especially important to stay on the right side of this innovation in order to keep your business afloat. After all, those of us who were lucky…
