Precision-engineered rubber extrusion profiles and elastomer profiles for sealing, protection and structural applications. Bespoke cross-sections, any compound, any volume. 100% rubber, not plastic.
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Rubber extrusions, also known as rubber profiles or elastomer profiles, are continuous lengths of rubber with a consistent cross-sectional shape, produced by forcing a rubber compound through a shaped die. The resulting profile can be cut to any length, joined into frames, or supplied on a reel.
Unlike moulded parts, extrusions are ideal when you need a continuous sealing element: door frames, window gaskets, edge protectors, drainage channels, or any application requiring a uniform profile over long runs. Note: URM produces rubber and elastomer extrusions exclusively, not plastic extrusions.
At URM, we produce both standard profiles (U-channels, D-seals, P-seals, cord, sponge strip) and fully bespoke rubber profiles developed from your drawings or 3D data. As an ISO 9001 certified rubber extrusions supplier, we select the optimal compound and vulcanisation method based on your performance requirements, temperature, chemical exposure, UV resistance, compression set, food grade compliance, and more.
Design & Engineering
Send us your drawing, sketch, or sample. Our engineers verify the cross-section for extrudability and optimise the die geometry.
Compound Selection
We select the right rubber compound based on your application temperature range, chemical exposure, food compliance, and more.
Tooling & Die Production
A precision steel die is machined to your cross-section.
Dies are held on file for repeat orders.
Extrusion & Vulcanisation
The rubber compound is extruded through the die, then cured via steam, salt bath, or hot air microwave vulcanisation to achieve the required mechanical properties.
Quality Control & Delivery
Dimensional checks, hardness testing, and visual inspection before dispatch. Profiles are cut to length or supplied on reels according to your requirements.
U rubber profiles and U-channel extrusions for edge protection and sealing on glass, sheet metal, and panels. Available with and without inner gripping lips, and in solid or sponge rubber. U profile rubber is typically EPDM or NBR. Bespoke dimensions available.
D-shaped extrusions for door and hatch sealing. Excellent compression recovery. Used in marine, transport, industrial, and construction applications.
P-seal profiles with a hollow bulb section designed for controlled compression. Available with or without a mounting foot. Widely used in automotive and construction.
Angle extrusions providing edge protection and mechanical reinforcement. Available in EPDM solid and sponge rubber. High tear and crack resistance.
Hollow and solid silicone profiles including silicone D-seals, silicone U-channels, and silicone cord. Silicone profiles are available in standard and custom cross-sections, in a wide range of colours, and in FDA-compliant food grade grades.
Specifically designed to secure glass to metal frames. Hermetic sealing with excellent resistance to UV, ozone, vibration, and compression set. Primarily EPDM.
Precision-extruded profiles joined into rectangular or complex frames. Ideal where adhesive bonding is not viable. Produced to customer drawings.
EPDM extrusion seals for shipping container doors. Designed for harsh logistics environments, UV resistance, weatherproofing, and long service life for container refurbishment.
Material selection is critical. Our engineering team specifies the correct compound based on your application, from outdoor weathering seals to chemical-resistant industrial profiles. All materials are sourced and processed under our ISO 9001 quality management system, with full material traceability. Food grade and FDA-compliant compounds are available.
| Compound | Temp. Range | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM | −40°C to +130°C | Outstanding UV, ozone & weather resistance. Low compression set. | Window seals, door gaskets, roofing profiles, outdoor sealing |
| Silicone (VMQ) | −60°C to +200°C | Extreme temperature stability, FDA/food grade compliant grades, excellent aging resistance. | Food grade rubber extrusions, high-temperature seals, medical profiles, hollow D-seals |
| NBR (Nitrile) | −30°C to +100°C | Superior oil and fuel resistance. Good mechanical strength. | Oil lines, fuel system seals, hydraulic profiles, industrial gaskets |
| Neoprene (CR) | −30°C to +100°C | Balanced weather, flame and oil resistance. Good adhesion. | Marine sealing, flame-retardant applications, construction profiles |
| FKM (Viton®) | −20°C to +200°C | Exceptional chemical resistance. Low permeability to gases. | Chemical processing, aggressive fluid sealing, aerospace |
| SBR | −40°C to +100°C | Good abrasion resistance. Cost-effective general purpose compound. | Edge trims, bumpers, general industrial profiles |
* Food grade rubber extrusions are available in silicone and other FDA-compliant elastomers. Please specify food or pharmaceutical compliance when requesting a quote.
The vulcanisation method determines the final mechanical properties of the rubber profile. URM selects the optimal curing process based on the compound, cross-section geometry, and performance requirements.
The extruded profile is cured in a pressurised steam autoclave. Produces excellent surface quality and uniform cross-section properties. Suited to most general-purpose EPDM and NBR profiles.
The profile is passed through a bath of molten salt at high temperature. Enables continuous production of profiles with high dimensional stability. Preferred for sponge and hollow sections.
Rapid, energy-efficient curing using microwave energy combined with hot air convection. Ideal for silicone profiles and compounds sensitive to salt contamination.
Precision rubber parts for door gripping profiles, boot seals, coolant and hydrogen hoses, vibration dampers, and thermal and acoustic insulation in passenger vehicles and electric buses.
Chemical-resistant FKM, NBR, and silicone components for process pipework, tank sealing, and equipment protection in aggressive fluid environments.
Sealing and protection solutions for glazing, curtain walls, expansion joints, and door and window systems in residential and commercial buildings.
FDA-compliant rubber and silicone profiles, gaskets, and hoses for hygienic sealing in food processing lines and pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
Saltwater-resistant door seals, hatch gaskets, deck profiles, and fluid-handling components engineered for UV, corrosion, and harsh offshore environments.
Durable seals, profiles, machine covers, and protective components for production equipment, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and general industrial machinery.
High-performance rubber components for door seals, window gaskets, hatch seals, vibration isolation, and fluid systems in buses, trains, and rail vehicles.
We produce a wide range including U-channels, P and D seals, sponge profiles, inflatable seals, and custom designs.
Yes, we can create entirely bespoke profiles, from design and tooling to production, for your specific needs.
EPDM, Silicone, Nitrile, Neoprene, SBR, FKM (Viton®), and others depending on application requirements.
Yes, especially our EPDM and silicone extrusions, which offer excellent weather, UV, and ozone resistance.
Yes, certain compounds like silicone can be produced to meet FDA standards for food and medical applications.
Absolutely — we work with both startups needing small batches and large manufacturers requiring high-volume production.
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URM excels in rubber-metal products worldwide, accommodating orders of any size with our advanced rubber molding press. Our commitment to excellence and innovation ensures top-quality solutions, cementing our global leadership in the industry.
