Material Technology

COI Chemist Engineer Specific material compounds for individual needs.  We understand that our customers need to know the parts we supply will perform as required in service, each and every time. That’s why we pay close attention to application variables and help our customers choose the best rubber and plastic materials — based on physical, chemical and thermal requirements — for each situation. We can also formulate and test custom compounds in our material development laboratories or any other A2LA certified laboratories.

RUBBER TECHNOLOGY IS CONDUCTED WITH A TRANSFORMATION OF ELEASTOMERS INTO USEFUL PRODUCTS
  • Vulcanization
  • Processing of Rubber
  • Glass Transition Temperature
  • Stress Relaxation / Creep
  • Mastication, and various process operations.
  • Breaking down molecular mass so that the viscosity is low enough for further processing
  • Syntheic Rubber & Petrolium
  • Natural Rubber & Poly-CIS-isoprenes
  • Thermal Elastomers (TPE)
  • Styrenic block copolymers (TPE-s)
  • Polyolefin blends (TPE-o)
  • Elastomeric Alloys (TPE-v or TPV)
  • Thermal Polyurathanes (TPU)
  • Thermoplastic copolyester
  • Thermoplastic polyamides
  • Mixing, Calendering, Extrusions, Pre-forming, and Extrusions both co-extruded with wire and clip
MATERIALS COMMONLY USED WITH CUSTOMER COMPOUND MIXES
AA – NR, RR, SBR, EPDM, polybutadiene, polyisoprene DE – CM, CSM
AK – Polysulfides
DF – Polyacrylic (butyl-acrylate type)
BA – EPDM, high temp SBR, Butyl compounds DH – Polyacrylic polymers, HNBR
BC – Chloroprene Polymers (neoprene®)
EE – AEM
BE – Chloroprene Polymers (neoprene®)
EH – ACM
BF – NBR Polymers
EK – FZ
BG – NBR Polymers – Urathanes FC – Silicones (high strength)
BK – NBR FE – Silicones
CA – Ethylene propylene (EPDM) FK – Fluorinated silicones
CE – Chlorosulfonated polyethylene (Hypalon), cm GE – Silicones
CH – NBR polymers, epichlorohydrin polymers HK – Fluorinated elastomers (Viton®, Fluorel®, etc.)
DA – Ethylene propylene polymers
KK – Perfluoroelastomers
 PROUDLY USING GE, SHIN-ETSU, BAYER, DOW CORNING, JSR, DSM, SMR, TTR, AND OTHER WELL RESPECTED SUPPLIERS FOR CUSTOMER COMPOUNDS BUILDS

In the ever-evolving landscape of material science, our research team recently conducted an in-depth study on silicone rubber, specifically focusing on formulations compliant with AMS 3303L standards. This particular standard, known for its stringent requirements, includes a tear strength evaluation at 100 ppi, a crucial property for ensuring durability and performance in demanding applications.

To validate our formulations, we employed the ASTM D2137 Method C, a rigorous test designed to assess low-temperature flexibility and brittleness—a key factor in the longevity and reliability of silicone products. Our laboratory testing, detailed in the accompanying PDF report, demonstrates how our compound not only met but exceeded the required thresholds, showcasing our ability to engineer materials that perform under extreme conditions.

The challenge of achieving compliance with both AMS 3303L and ASTM D2137 Method C cannot be overstated. These tests demand precision in formulation and an understanding of the intricate behavior of silicone under stress. Our success is a testament to our scientific approach, leveraging advanced chemistry and state-of-the-art equipment to fine-tune every aspect of the compound.

This achievement underscores our capability in formulating special compounds tailored to specific needs, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. The PDF test results provide a clear demonstration of our expertise and dedication to innovation in the field of silicone rubber development.

AMS 3303 rev L 100PPI ASTM D2137 Silicone Rubber Test Report