Rubber compounding is both an art and a science—an intricate balancing act of ingredients, processing methods, and performance goals. A basic rubber compound is more than just raw polymer; it is a complex mixture of ingredients that dictate the final product’s cost, processability, and ultimate performance properties. Whether you’re new to rubber technology or... Read more »
Although majority of plasticizers are used in flexible PVC applications, a significant amount of plasticizers are used for elastomer applications. Plasticizers can be added to elastomers for various reasons: increasing softness or flexibility, lowering the glass transition temperature, reducing crystallization, increasing dispersion, or lowering the cost of the compound. Common plasticizers used in elastomer compounds... Read more »
