The latest news from Harltex
Extruded Rubber vs Moulded Rubber Components
When designing a rubber component, selecting the correct manufacturing process is one of the earliest and most important engineering decisions. Rubber extrusion and rubber moulding are both widely used across many industrial sectors.
How Material Choice Affects Rubber Extrusion Tolerances
In precision rubber extrusion, maintaining tight rubber extrusion tolerances depends heavily on material selection. Rubber extrusion tolerances refer to the allowable dimensional variation in an extruded rubber profile during manufacture.
Which Rubber Should You Choose?
Selecting the correct elastomer is often a balance between temperature resistance, chemical compatibility and cost. It is rarely about choosing the “best” material overall, but rather selecting the right compound for the operating environment.
Harltex -2025 Year in Review
2025 marked a year of steady progress for Harltex. Alongside celebrating the milestone of 40 years as a specialist UK manufacturer of rubber extrusions and profiles. While the anniversary provided an opportunity to reflect on decades of manufacturing expertise, the focus remained firmly on key principles.
NBR Elastomer for Oil, Fuel and Industrial Applications
The reliable Elastomer for Oil, Fuel & Industrial Applications. EN682 Gas NBR, also known as Buna-N, is a synthetic rubber made from acrylonitrile and butadiene. Its oil resistance, durability, and cost-effectiveness make EN682 Gas NBR one of the most widely used elastomers across industries.
FKM Rubber – High-Performance Sealing & Engineering
At Harltex, we’ve combined decades of expertise in engineered rubber with the latest material science. VIT700 is not just another FKM—it’s a carefully developed compound that provides a balance of strength, resilience, and resistance across multiple environments.
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This year marks a major milestone for Harltex Ltd — 40 years of precision-engineered rubber mouldings, extrusions, and bonded products, evolving with the industry, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Why Choose Harltex for Rubber Extrusion?
At Harltex, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver rubber extrusion solutions that meet the most demanding specifications. . .
Harltex Achieves WRAS Certification
We are proud to announce that our range of clean EPDM rubber materials have officially achieved WRAS certification...
Building the foundations with ISO 9001 Accreditation
At Harltex, our dedication to precision, quality, and innovation has been the cornerstone of our success since 1985. As we continue to evolve, we recognise the importance of a digital presence ...
Introducing the new Harltex Website
Harltex have always been driven by quality and innovation, with over 40 years of experience powering manufacturers and leading brands across the UK and Europe...
Importance of Material Selection in Rubber Manufacturing
In the world of rubber manufacturing, material selection is one of the most critical factors in ensuring the performance, durability, and reliability of finished products ...
What is the difference between hot-feed and cold-feed extrusion
In rubber manufacturing, precision and performance rely heavily on the extrusion process. At Harltex, our expertise in both hot feed and cold feed rubber extrusion ...
How do EPDM material properties impact product performance?
When selecting materials for rubber components, understanding how different compounds perform in specific applications is critical. Materials like EPDM, FKM (Viton®)...
