How to Avoid Over-Engineering Your Next Part Design
When it comes to designing a new part, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of innovation and problem-solving. However, one common pitfall that engineers and product developers face is over-engineering—a process where designs become unnecessarily complex, costly, or difficult to manufacture. At Jefferson Rubber Works, we’ve seen firsthand how streamlined, practical designs…
Technical Rubber Molding & Material Selection FAQ
Jefferson Rubber Works, Inc. specializes in custom rubber injection molding, liquid silicone molding, and rubber-to-metal bonding. We support OEMs during early-stage design, helping evaluate material performance, molding tolerances, and regulatory requirements before tooling is finalized. Tooling represents a significant upfront investment. Identifying material or performance issues after initial trials can require costly revisions and delay…
Thermoplastic Elastomers
TPE Molding Made in the USA. With in-depth experience Jefferson Rubber Works, can take your TPE project from concept to reality with the highest level of quality at the most competitive price, on time, every time. About Thermoplastic Elastomers Thermoplastic elastomers (”’TPE”’), sometimes referred to as”’thermoplastic rubbers”’, are a class of copolymers or a physical…
The Art of Medical Molding: Revolutionizing Healthcare With Precision
Medical molding (or medical device molding) is a manufacturing process used to create precise plastic or silicone components for healthcare applications. In this method, molten material is injected into a mold, which is cooled and solidified to produce medical parts and tools. Its precision and consistency ensure that the products meet the stringent specifications and quality standards for safe and effective patient care.
Silicone Seals
Silicone seals are used to form a tight seal around instruments while allowing smooth instrument insertion and motion during minimally invasive procedures. Seals containing liquid silicone rubber (LSR) are particularly effective in these settings, with uses in various medical components, including laparoscopic tools and vent masks. This article will look at the unique benefits LSR…
Liquid Silicone Rubber
Liquid silicone rubber injection molding is the most recent addition to Jefferson Rubber Works, Inc.’s molding operations. The faster cycle times and improved performance properties of liquid silicone rubber make it a good choice for a variety of molded components. Liquid silicone rubber (LSR) remains flexible and elastic beyond -70°F and retains its properties up…
Leakproof plugs
High-quality plugs and stoppers are critical components for medical devices that depend on leakproof operation, such as tubing and catheters. That’s why medical-grade liquid silicone is a preferred choice for medical manufacturers seeking more effective and versatile sealing materials for their products. Liquid silicone rubber (LSR) in particular features the most important material properties to…
Emerging Molding Trends
The adoption of the following innovations in medical device molding demonstrates a commitment to improved patient outcomes:
Benefits of Liquid Silicone Rubber
Liquid silicone rubber, or LSR, is a popular material for healthcare products and devices. It’s a safe option for caregiver and patient handling or use, and it offers superior purity, strength, resistance capabilities, and compatibility with the sterilization processes that are critical to medical cleanliness standards. At Jefferson Rubber Works, Inc., we offer LSR injection…
Did You Know? Quick Rubber Facts
Welcome to the Jefferson Rubber Works blog! Rubber is a material we encounter every day, but many people don’t realize just how fascinating – and essential – it really is. Here are some quick rubber facts that might surprise you: 1. Natural and Synthetic Origins Rubber can be harvested naturally from the sap of the…