Plastic extrusion is used to create continuous lengths of plastic products with a consistent cross-section. At Clark Rubber and Plastic, we offer extrusions that can be used in various applications and industries. Some suitable applications include solar, automotive, and appliances. Here are six common applications of this type of extrusion: 1. Solar Industry Plastic extrusion plays a role in producing components like solar panel frames and encapsulation materials. Extruded plastics’ lightweight and durable nature can make them ideal for supporting solar modules. This promotes the solar device ..read more

There are two types of processes that can be used to shape raw plastic materials into a product, such as extrusion and rolling. Plastic extrusion can involve various steps, but it helps to create complex shapes while rolling. It’s mainly used to create sheets with specific thickness requirements. Knowing the differences can help you determine what process is best for your plastic manufacturing needs. At Clark Rubber & Plastic, our extrusion services can help you produce shapes and profiles with varying thicknesses, colors, hardness, and textures. Plastic Extrusion Extrusion helps the melti ..read more

Manufacturing processes like rubber molding and plastic molding play a role in the production of various products we use in our daily lives. These processes might seem similar at first glance, but each has unique characteristics. Here are the differences between rubber and plastic molding.  Rubber Molding Rubber molding, or rubber compression molding, is primarily used for creating rubber parts and components. This method involves applying heat and pressure to form rubber materials into the desired shape. Several rubber molding processes exist, including compression, transfer, and injecti ..read more

A solar panel has several parts that work together to convert sunlight to electricity. Many solar panel manufacturers partner with companies that can efficiently produce the required quantity and quality of panel components. At Clark Rubber & Plastic, we provide rubber and plastic extrusion services to make components for various solar panel applications. Here are some of the main solar panel parts and how they are made: 1. Solar Cells Solar cells are also known as photovoltaic cells and are the heart of a solar panel. They absorb the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity. These cel ..read more

Plastic injection molding is a key process for automotive, healthcare, solar, and appliance businesses. The process results in custom-molded parts and components central to these industries’ operations. At Clark Rubber and Plastic, we use high-quality polymers to deliver components for projects of different complexities. Here are some common types of polymers: Polycarbonate  Polycarbonate is a lightweight, transparent polymer that can support light transmission. The polymer is also strong and durable, making it ideal for our clients in the automotive industry. It’s commonly used for clear ..read more

Plastics are everywhere due to their simpler manufacturing requirements, versatility, and longevity. Plastic extrusion involves melting plastic to create many shapes and is commonly used for high-volume production. At Clark Rubber & Plastic, we specialize in providing custom, high-quality rubber extrusion. Here are the types of plastic that can be extruded: High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) HIPS is a thermoplastic styrene plastic material that is easy to process, hard, and rigid. The material exhibits the high impact resistance attributes of rubber additives and the stiffness of polystyrene ..read more

Rubber and plastic usually make up small pieces of big machines, such as seals or insulators, but they make all the difference in terms of function. At Clark Rubber and Plastic, we work on the cutting edge of rubber and plastic extrusion. This manufacturing process that allows us to create components that fit perfectly for appliances, cars, and more.  What Is Rubber and Plastic Extrusion? Extrusion is a method of shaping hot, malleable rubber or plastic to create exact shapes. During the process, the rubber or plastic is pushed through a metal die so it takes the desired shape. This proce ..read more

Plastic and rubber extrusion products are commonly used in the military. Defense systems require a lot of different components for various applications. To create both simple and complex parts, the extrusion process is used to meet exact specifications over repeated creations. This is especially important in the military and defense industry. The Extrusion Process The process for creating plastic and rubber extrusion parts are different but are ideal for both products. This is because the process helps ensure that products come out the same each time since dies are used in the formation proces ..read more