When recycled rubber is made, it is with the intent to make it durable, long-lasting, and useful for many applications. Of course, materials can be ruined or come to the end of their lifespan, and are promptly discarded without the possibility of recycling. Luckily, rubber is a product which can be recycled into new goods which are just as sturdy, long-lasting, and useful. What is even more fortunate is that when rubber is recycled and reused, it will still effectively maintain its characteristics, whether it is chemical resistance, operability in extreme temperatures, or resistance to UV rays, etc. Recycled rubber products will contain many of the same characteristics as natural and synthetic rolls supplied by recycled rubber manufacturers, but eco-friendly elastomers will still have their own unique abilities. Rubber recycling has become more popular in the present day because of the need to conserve energy, empty landfills, and reduce waste to help the environment. Here are some characteristics of this environmentally friendly elastomer:
Custom-Cut Recycled Rubber 3/8” or 9.5mm
- Environmental Friendliness: The main characteristic of “Green” elastomers is their ability to help, not just you and me, but the environment and future generations. As time passes, the amount of waste increases as old tires and other elastomers do not get disposed of properly and eventually become litter that pollutes the environment. One way of getting rid of unnecessary waste is rubber recycling. This can include reusing elastomers by having recycled rubber manufacturers make them into recycled rubber products. This can also mean grounding up old tires and using the crumb in building and paving applications. Elastomers have a reusable quality that makes them easy to turn into other recyclable items and products.
- Durability: Physical qualities of “Green” elastomers include their ability to have high abrasion and impact resistance. Remanufactured elastomers are often used as playground, gym or basement flooring because they are able to withstand and endure a lot of wear. All the children on playgrounds don’t just stand there—they jump, run, crawl, and cry on these mats—so the mats used better be able to tolerate anything and everything little children can do. Depending on the thickness of it, the mat can be springy and provide more cushioning which will be safer for children.
Custom-Cut Recycled Rubber 3/8” or 9.5mm
- Eco-friendly rubber sheets and mats that can be universally used in any application
- All season and all weather rubber mats and sheets make for excellent outdoor floor protection
- Ideal for impact absorption and where damage from dropped parts can be costly
- 3/8-inch thickness is ample gauge to protect the toughest floors and equipment
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Rubber Sheets Custom Produced to your Dimensions: This 3/8-inch thick recycled rubber is the go to part when you need a custom sized rubber part. We offer this rubber sheet in 257 sizes, however if you cannot find the proper size for your application, contact us at 1-888-Rubber-4. We can waterjet or hand cut rubber parts to your exact dimensions quickly and in a price-conscious manner.
Tested for Durability: We have tested this rubber product in multiple environments for abrasion resistance, weather and ozone endurance, and impact absorption. This recycled rubber exceeds all requirement for all the mentioned criteria. Abrasion resistance means an ability to withstand the wear and tear of friction caused by mechanical parts, foot traffic and other surface contact. Rubber is used to protect two hard surfaces from one another. For examples in gyms, rubber flooring is used to protect the pricey subfloors from the expensive heavy barbells and dumbbells.
Thicknesses: In addition to the 9.5 millimeter (3/8-inch) thick rubber offered here, this durable and protective rubber is offered in 2 other thicknesses: 5mm (or just under 3/16-inch), and 1/4 inch (6.4mm).
Recycled Rubber – 60A
- Resistance to UV Rays: Depending upon the makeup of the discarded elastomer materials, such as EPDM, items that are made from recycled rubber such as sheets, rolls, or mats can have great resistance to UV rays. Therefore, it is great for use in the outdoors, and especially for applications such as playground surfacing. Reclaimed mats made from these sorts of elastomers can be left outside and not be damaged from the sun. Many elastomers are also waterproof, and thus, when they are reused, those qualities will carry over and can be used for products such as pool and spa mats. The elastomer’s anti-slip quality also helps keep swimmers and pool-goers safe.
- Economical: One winning quality of eco-friendly rubber is how it is very cost-effective. Reproduced elastomers cost about half of what regular and synthetic rubbers cost. It takes less energy to make and does not require the initial chemicals needed in its production. Less chemicals and less money—a plus for everyone involved. Not only that, but because of the reduced costs to produce these products, this will result in reduced costs for consumers as well.
Rubber recycling leads to many positive outcomes: less waste, more eco-friendly products, and more cost-effective recycled rubber products. The excellent characteristics of this “Green” rubber are an added bonus to the benefits it offers our environment. Recycled rubber manufacturers can help to increase the space available in landfills by using discarded rubber materials to produce new products. By doing so, they will contribute to the reduction of pollution and give nature more space to grow. Overall, environmentally friendly rubber provides just as good characteristics as natural and synthetic elastomers but with the added benefits of cheaper costs and a happier environment.
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