Rubber vs. Polyurethane Suspension Bushes

Posted & filed under Automotive.

off road vehicle manoeuvring down a rocky cliff

We’re delving into the nitty-gritty of suspension bushes – those small but mighty components that play a huge role in the comfort and performance of a vehicle. As a specialist in the field, I’m here to guide you through the world of suspension bushes and help you understand why polyurethane steals the spotlight when compared… Read more »

Heavy Duty Mud Flaps – Which material is the most durable

Posted & filed under Automotive.

close up shot of a mud flap on a lorry

When it comes to heavy-duty vehicles like lorries and diggers, protecting them from road debris and reducing spray is crucial. Heavy-duty mud flaps play a vital role in safeguarding both the vehicle and other road users. In this article, we will explore the construction of heavy-duty mud flaps and examine the various materials used in… Read more »

Using polyurethane’s strength for custom mud flap design

Posted & filed under Agriculture, Automotive.

A blue bobtail truck

Mud flap design and performance play a pivotal role in ensuring industrial vehicles and machinery are H&S compliant, operational, and able to deliver on productivity targets. We look beneath flap specs. One of the most important reasons to specify polyurethane for any prototypes – and significant consignments of parts – is this material’s unrivalled tensile… Read more »

What are Suspension Bushes?

Posted & filed under Automotive, Wheel & Tyre.

What are Suspension Bushes?

Polyurethane suspension bushes are an integral component of the automotive industry, used in steering and suspension parts. Their purpose is to act as a cushion to absorb noise, vibration and harshness for a comfortable and safe ride. What are suspension bushes? A suspension bush is an elastic part fitted between most suspension components. The bushes… Read more »

The advantages of Polyurethane for custom mud flaps

Posted & filed under Automotive, Wheel & Tyre.

custom mud flaps

Mud flaps serve a multitude of purposes and face considerable wear and tear on commercial vehicles. Specifying polyurethane products optimises their advantages and durability. But why is polyurethane the best material for your custom mud flaps? Polyurethane is the ‘go-to’ solution for a growing list of standard automotive parts and components. The team at Custom… Read more »

Polyurethane For The Car Industry

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Polyurethane for the car industry

Polyurethane applications to help steer automotive innovation and cost control   How is polyurethane helping companies in automotive supply chains to cope with current challenges and future trends? The answer is in the unique properties this material has to be formulated and moulded with precision. Polyurethane for the car industry is not confined simply to… Read more »