Custom technical rubber projects

Custom technical rubber solutions

Aquanauta develops technical rubber parts according to application, performance, and process requirements, from initial analysis to scale production.

Methodology

Structured development process

01

Application analysis

Before any proposal, we map the real conditions of use: fluid, pressure, temperature, mechanical resistance, and standard requirements.

Team analyzing an application in PVC pipes for the development of a custom rubber product
02

Technical specification

Based on the requirements gathered, we define the appropriate elastomeric formulation and develop the part design.

Engineer developing the technical drawing and mold for a rubber part in CAD software
03

Machining development

Machining is developed in-house, ensuring control over dimensional accuracy, adjustments, and deadlines throughout the entire development process.

Lathe machining a steel mold for manufacturing rubber parts
04

Prototyping and validation

The prototype is produced and subjected to dimensional, physical, and chemical validations to confirm that the material and geometry meet the project specifications.

Engineer scanning a rubber part prototype for dimensional validation
05

Series production

Once the project is validated, we begin production with traceability, process control, and final inspection — ensuring consistency and reliability in supply.

Industrial warehouse with rubber parts in storage

Materials and applications

We work with the main elastomers, selecting the material according to the requirements of each application.

SBR (Styrene Butadiene)

Mechanical resistance · Good abrasion resistance · Competitive cost

Recommended for general applications without contact with oils, fuels, or solvents — water pipelines, structural parts, and wear components where cost-performance is decisive.

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene)

Ozone and weather resistance · Water and steam

Widely used in sanitation, sealing, water systems, and outdoor applications with prolonged exposure to UV, ozone, and weather variations.

NBR (Nitrile)

Resistance to oils and fuels · Industrial sealing

One of the most widely used options for contact with mineral oils, fuels, and greases — industrial seals, hydraulic fittings, pneumatic systems, and components subject to lubricants.

FKM (Viton / Fluoroelastomer)

Excellent chemical resistance · Oils, fuels, and high temperatures

Recommended for environments with intense exposure to mineral oils, fuels, hydrocarbons, solvents, aggressive chemical agents, and high temperatures — critical applications where NBR or Neoprene may not provide sufficient resistance.

Neoprene (Polychloroprene)

Weather and flame resistance · Versatility

A versatile material for applications that require a balance between mechanical resistance, outdoor exposure, ozone, UV, and low flame spread — profiles, belts, cables, pads, and seals in construction and general use.

Natural Rubber (NR)

High elasticity · Tear resistance · Dynamic behavior

Recommended for parts subject to impact, vibration, and cyclic deformation — expansion joints, structural supports, shock absorbers, and components requiring high resilience.

Silicone

Thermal stability · Low reactivity · Food and medical use

Recommended for food, medical, and industrial applications requiring stability at extreme temperatures, flexibility, and low reactivity.

Talk to our engineering team about your project

Send your drawing, specification, or describe your technical challenge for our team to evaluate.

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