RuffDawg rubber toys are made in the U.S. and come with a lifetime guarantee, according to CEO Dave Pentland. WORCESTER, Mass.—Inspiration comes from unexpected places for Dave Pentland. As CEO of Jefferson Rubber Works, Pentland and his team produce a variety of rubber products including bellows, grommets, expansion joints and hoses. The 50-employee firm manufactures…
Silicone Seals in Minimally Invasive Surgery: Enhancing Safety in Laparoscopic Tools
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…
Leakproof Plugs and Stoppers: The Role of Liquid Silicone in Sealing Solutions for Medical Equipment
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…
The Liquid Injection Molding Process for Medical Parts: Precision and Sterility in One Solution
Medical device manufacturing requires precision, attention to detail, and safeguards to prevent contamination. A variety of techniques and materials are used for different device components, including liquid injection molding (LIM) with platinum-cured liquid silicone rubber, or LSR. This material is valuable in medical applications due to its high tensile and tear strength, biocompatibility, temperature and…
Benefits of Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) in Medical Applications
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…
Custom Rubber Molding Techniques
Rubber materials, such as EPDM, neoprene, nitrile, natural rubber, silicone, and others can be readily molded to create components with high precision. Gaskets, seals, grommets, tank diaphragms, valves, caps, and isolators are all examples of parts that can be molded. Jefferson Molding Works is a leading manufacturer of molded rubber products with decades of experience….
Applications of Medical Device Molding
Medical device manufacturers rely on medical silicone rubber for its many beneficial properties, including biocompatibility, low tissue reaction, heat resistance, and flexibility. Manufacturers use this long-lasting, reliable material to mold everything from airways and balloon catheters to feeding tubes and electrosurgical tools. Learn more about the features of silicone rubber molding, the benefits of liquid…
Liquid Silicone Moldings for the Medical Industry
Liquid silicone rubber (LSR) is a type of silicone elastomer liquid at room temperature and can be molded into various shapes using injection molding techniques. Its unique properties make LSR an essential material in the medical manufacturing industry. This ensures that medical devices and equipment are safe, effective, and durable. This article will explore the…
New Technology Developments in Liquid Silicone Rubber
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Benefits Of Silicone Rubber Injection Molding
Click to Expand Plastics have become the material of choice for manufacturers using injection molding processes. Generally, plastic has strong, lightweight, and easy-to-mold characteristics suitable for molding required parts and components. However, some plastics, like thermoplastic elastomers, cannot withstand extreme heat and are more prone to distortions when exposed to very high temperatures. For this…