Rubber to Metal Bonding

At Southern Michigan Rubber, Inc., we specialize in high-precision rubber-to-metal bonding, a critical process for ensuring strong, durable adhesion between rubber and various substrates. Our expertise allows us to engineer reliable, high-performance custom components for demanding industries worldwide.

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Materials We Bond

Steel – Ideal for load-bearing and high-stress applications
Brass – Excellent for corrosion resistance and conductivity
Aluminum – Lightweight and durable for aerospace and automotive parts
Plastics & Composites – Versatile solutions for modern engineering needs

Applications Across Industries

Our bonded rubber components are trusted by leading industries for enhanced durability, shock absorption, and vibration resistance:

Mining & Heavy Equipment – Wear-resistant components for extreme conditions
Automotive & Transportation – Engine mounts, bushings, and anti-vibration parts
Bottling & Glass Production – Precision-engineered parts for handling delicate materials
Aerospace & Defense – High-performance bonded rubber solutions for critical applications
General Manufacturing – Custom rubber-to-metal solutions for diverse industrial needs

Why Choose Southern Michigan Rubber?

Decades of expertise in rubber-to-metal bonding
High-strength, precision-engineered components
Custom formulations for unique industry applications
State-of-the-art molding technology for fast, high-volume production
Comprehensive quality control for flawless performance

From heavy-duty industrial components to specialized engineered parts, we deliver precision, reliability, and durability in every bonded product. Contact us today for a consultation and discover how we can meet your needs.

Our Rubber Compounds:

Our custom rubber formulations can meet a variety of needs, from FDA-approved compounds to fire-retardant materials. Below is a list of compounds we offer using the Shore A scale for durometer.

Natural Rubber: 40–90 durometer
Nitrile (Buna-N): 40–90 durometer, including Carboxylated variant
Neoprene: 25–90 durometer, including fire retardant variants
Silicone: 30–80 durometer, including low and high-temperature variants -100.F to 500.F
Fluorocarbon: 50–90 durometer
EPDM: 40–90 durometer, including high molecular weight options
Urethane: 40–80 durometer
SBR: 40–90 durometer
Natural Rubber: 40–70 durometer
HNBR: 40–80 durometer

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Our Capabilities:

Expedite your project with tooling designs completed in 2-6 weeks.
Remove excess materials and flash with precision using our cryogenic deflashing process.
We bond rubber to all common metals, making us the ideal partner for automotive and industrial applications.
Our molds can accommodate single or multi-cavity configurations for higher efficiency.
Steel or aluminum molds for maximum flexibility.
Capable of molding parts up to 24” x 24”.

Additional Capabilities:

A wide variety of colors available
Nonconductive / conductive blends
Internally lubricated compounds
FDA approved ingredient components
FDA approved compounds
Multilayer durometer gaskets

Metal to rubber bonding on custom part.

Small metal parts with bonded rubber added.

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