Elastomer and Thermoplastic Components and Assemblies For Motorized Vehicles

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1 Elastomer and Thermoplastic Components and Assemblies For Motorized Vehicles Leader in Advanced Material Technologies

Our Materials, Processes And Design Options Help Make The World Go Round Minnesota Rubber and Plastics is one of the most experienced manufacturers of

For both static and dynamic applications, our expertise in engineering design, materials R&D, manufacturing and assembly has made us the preferred

We know the demands of the transportation industries require a deep knowledge and experience with end market applications.

Specialized Applications Today increased regulations and standards, along with more demanding operating environments, challenge materials and designs

With passenger cars our high performance plastic capabilities replace more expensive and heavier metal components.

For agriculture and construction equipment our component designs and assemblies offer cost-effective alternatives.

Technology Based Minnesota Rubber and Plastics broad range of high performance elastomers, fluoroelastomers and thermoplastics, such as PEEK, Aurum,

Global Reach Today most companies utilize global sourcing as a key component of their procurement strategy to expand or develop new markets as they look

2 Our Materials, Processes And Design Options Help Make The World Go Round Minnesota Rubber and Plastics is one of the most experienced manufacturers of elastomer and thermoplastic components and assemblies supplying the sealing needs of the transportation industries since For both static and dynamic applications, our expertise in engineering design, materials R&D, manufacturing and assembly has made us the preferred supplier for OEM s around the globe. We know the demands of the transportation industries require a deep knowledge and experience with end market applications. It also requires component design and materials knowledge for products that function without failure in demanding environments. Specialized Applications Today increased regulations and standards, along with more demanding operating environments, challenge materials and designs with aggressive fluids, fuels and longer warranty periods. With passenger cars our high performance plastic capabilities replace more expensive and heavier metal components. In heavy duty trucks our materials expertise provides sealing solutions for reduced weight, noise and increased safety. For agriculture and construction equipment our component designs and assemblies offer cost-effective alternatives. Our rail track and rolling ling stock products provide excellent vibration & insulation qualities for high speed rail systems in Europe and Asia. Technology Based Minnesota Rubber and Plastics broad range of high performance elastomers, fluoroelastomers and thermoplastics, such as PEEK, Aurum, Torlon or Ultem are engineered to meet demanding sealing applications by providing long-term protection against wear, high temperatures and corrosive operating environments. Our technical design and materials groups can help you solve critical issues so you can manufacture quality products cost-effectively. Global Reach Today most companies utilize global sourcing as a key component of their procurement strategy to expand or develop new markets as they look to control costs. At Minnesota Rubber and Plastics we leverage our experience with your requirements across our North American, Asian and European manufacturing and resource base to design, develop, manufacture and deliver precision components and assemblies. What s more, our 6 manufacturing facilities are complemented by our global warehousing and logistics operations. Commitment To Quality All Minnesota Rubber and Plastics design, development and production facilities operate under corporate wide quality systems including ISO/TS and ISO Our facilities also operate under a corporate wide Environmental Management System registered to the International Standards Organization series ISO

3 Committed To Innovation While Providing Solutions Expanding Markets Decreasing Costs In our industry we are uniquely positioned to offer both rubber and plastic combination parts. This allows us to provide greater development and production efficiencies, thereby reducing development time and costs. From prototyping to final production, our state-of-the-art design engineering services provide timely answers to difficult design issues. Our CAD/CAM and FEA systems allow us to offer design alternatives quickly while our tool development and secondary press operations are second to none. Finally, prior to committing to production, our prototyping services provide production quality sample parts for final testing. Materials R&D We have an advantage over many rubber and plastics manufacturers because we place a great deal of emphasis on research and development. Our technical support staff provides the resources to design, formulate, develop and test materials and parts. With elastomers we are known for our bonding and over molding capabilities on metal substrates or on high performance plastics. We use proprietary technologies with both chemical and mechanical bonding to ensure a durable finished part while minimizing production costs. Our test cell for PEEK transmission seal rings is an example of our materials technologies with high performance plastics. This semi-crystalline polymer is used to replace metal components in many automotive and heavy vehicle transmissions. However, until we developed a PEEK test cell, to document critical wear application data, none was available to industry. Providing Industry Solutions At Minnesota Rubber and Plastics our goal is to provide OEM s, tier one and tier two customer s with the problem solving solutions critical for their applications. For over 65 years our commitment and dedication to the transportation industries has provided the needed components and assemblies, while meeting pricing and delivery requirements. Whatever your elastomer and thermoplastic design challenge we re here to make your application a reality. By working directly with you and exploring new design and material technologies, you can be certain our recommendations and commitment to your product requirements will meet your expectations.

4 FUEL & EMISSION SYSTEMS Carburetor Fuel Inlet Seat Gaskets Emission Control Valve Seals Fuel Pump Diaphragms Fuel Filter Assemblies Carburetor Pump Seals Carburetor O-Rings Fuel Cap Seals Fuel Pump Seals SUSPENSION SYSTEM Wheel Cylinder Seals, Piston Cups, Boots Power Brake Booster Reaction Discs Power Brake Booster Housing Seals Power Brake Booster Float Controls Power Brake Booster Diaphragms Power Brake Booster Grommets Master Cylinder Pressure Seals Master Cylinder Seals Shock Absorber O-Rings Intermediate Rod Seals Idler Arm Seals Tie Rod Seals COOLING & AC SYSTEMS AC Clutch Pressure Switch O-Rings AC Compressor Diaphragms AC Compressor O-Rings AC Line Coupler O-Rings Thermostat Seals & Plugs Water Pump O-Rings Water Pump Gaskets Heater Core Gaskets Thermostat Gaskets Radiator Gaskets Thermostat Boots

5 Components And Assemblies For Demanding Applications For years, major transportation OEM s have relied on Minnesota Rubber and Plastics for custom molded components and assemblies that improve the reliability and warranty performance of their products. From automotive power trains to heavy equipment drive lines, we are known for our quality and innovation. Our experienced design engineers, materials chemists and production groups solve the most difficult sealing and assembly problems with a broad range of thermoset and thermosetplastic compounds and molding processes. BRAKE SYSTEM Master Cylinder Dirt Excluders Master Cylinder Diaphragms Master Cylinder Grommets Master Cylinder O-Rings Caliper Support Bushings Caliper O-Rings STEERING SYSTEM Steering Gear Mounting Isolators Power Steering Pump O-Rings Steering Gear O-Rings TRANSMISSION Transmission Converter Seals Transmission O-Rings Thrust Washers Seal Rings Gaskets ELECTRONICS Sensor Housing Seals Air Bag Sensor Seals Armature Bumpers Connector Seals ENGINE Intake Manifold Gaskets Oil Pump Gasket DRIVE AXLES Rear Axle Seals CVJ Boots

The performance range of both amorphous and semi-crystalline polymers varies

PI PAI TPI PPSU PEI PES PSF PAR PPC PEEK FP PVDF LCP PPS PPA PA-4,6 High

Mid-Range Polymers SMA ABS PMMA PP PS SAN HDPE Common Polymers PVC LDPE

ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene FP fl uoropolymers HDPE high density

polyamide-4,6 PA-6/6,6 polyamide-6/6,6 PAI polyamide imide (Torlon ) PAR

molecular weight polyethylene PEEK polyetheretherketone PEI polyether imide

(Aurum ) PMMA polymethyl methacrylate POM polyoxymethylene (also polyacetal)

PPO PPS PPSU PS PSF PVC PVDF SAN SMA TPI polyphenylene oxide polyphenylene

6 The performance range of both amorphous and semi-crystalline polymers varies in relationship to their cost. PI PAI TPI PPSU PEI PES PSF PAR PPC PEEK FP PVDF LCP PPS PPA PA-4,6 High Performance Polymers cost/performance PC PPO PBT POM PET PA-6/6,6 PE-UHMW Mid-Range Polymers SMA ABS PMMA PP PS SAN HDPE Common Polymers PVC LDPE amorphous semi-crystalline Acronym Polymer Acronym Polymer Acronym Polymer ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene FP fl uoropolymers HDPE high density polyethylene LCP liquid crystal polymers LDPE low density polyethylene PA-4,6 polyamide-4,6 PA-6/6,6 polyamide-6/6,6 PAI polyamide imide (Torlon ) PAR polyarylate PBT polybutylene terephthalate PC polycarbonate PE-UHMW ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene PEEK polyetheretherketone PEI polyether imide (Ultem ) PES polyethersulfone PET polyethylene terephthalate PI polyimide (Aurum ) PMMA polymethyl methacrylate POM polyoxymethylene (also polyacetal) PP polypropylene PPA polyphthalamide (Amodel ) PPC polyphthalate carbonate PPO PPS PPSU PS PSF PVC PVDF SAN SMA TPI polyphenylene oxide polyphenylene sulfi de polyphenylsulfone polystyrene polysulfone polyvinyl chloride polyvinylidene fl uoride styrene acrylonitrile styrene maleic anhydride thermoplastic polyimide

7 Solving Design Problems With Materials Expertise High Performance Plastics Custom Molded Components And Assemblies Minnesota Rubber and Plastics is a specialist in working with the design, development and production of components made from high performance plastics. In particular, we are focused on producing parts made from PEEK, PEI, PI and PAI. Superior Performance If your applications are unique or have demanding requirements, a high performance polymer could provide you with a material and design solution for: Chemical resistance Conformability Dimensional stability Flexibility Injection moldable Lightweight Machine-ability Metal replacement Noise reducing Self lubricating Temperature extremes From their mechanical to their thermal properties, high performance polymers provide design engineers, and their applications, with valuable design and end use options. End Use Applications Include: Bearings Bushings Retainers Thrust Plates Thrust Washers Rotary Seal Rings Gears Poppets Application Environments Include: Valves Pumps Compressors Fuel Systems Transmissions Steering Systems Suspension Systems Torque Converters Superior Capabilities: We add value to our design and material capabilities by providing services that include specialty compounding (PTFE, carbon fiber, glass, aramide, graphite), product testing, assembly and packaging. Along with our elastomer expertise we specialize in finding solutions for tough applications which require the molding and assembly of close tolerance components. Our capabilities allow us to offer: Complete and unified project management Combined capital and project management Unified technology to assist with design recommendations Unified project management to accelerate time-to-market High Temperature Resistant Thermoplastics: Acronym Polymer Continuous Use Temp ( F) Glass Transition Temp ( F) Specifi c Gravity 264 psi 66 psi PPS Polyphenylene Sulfi de / ºF ºF PEEK PK Polyetheretherketone / ºF ºF Amodel PPA Polyphthalamide / ºF ºF PSO-PSU Polysulfone / ºF ºF PES Polyethersulfone / ºF ºF Ultem PEI Polyetherimide / ºF ºF Aurum PI Polyimide ºF Torlon PAI Polyamide Imide / ºF

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Understanding the Basics of Plastic Materials and the IAPD Thermoplastics Rectangle. Prepared by the IAPD Education Committee (Module 2)

Understanding the Basics of Plastic Materials and the IAPD Rectangle Prepared by the IAPD Education Committee (Module 2) Key Characteristics: Very High Cost Per Pound Excellent Properties Above 400 F Excellent