Gummiwerk KRAIBURG Expands Portfolio with KRAIBURG Adhesion for Rollers

With the introduction of the KRAIBURG Adhesion for rollers product line, Gummiwerk KRAIBURG is expanding its portfolio with metal-bonding elastomer compounds for roller applications. The specially developed compounds enable a durable bond between the elastomer covering and the metal core without the use of liquid, solvent-based bonding agents.

The metal-bonding elastomer compounds provide reliable adhesion between elastomer covering and metal core while eliminating the need for liquid, solvent-based bonding agents (Photo: © Gummiwerk KRAIBURG)

Solvent-based bonding systems are commonly used in industrial roller manufacturing. These systems can place considerable demands on occupational safety, storage conditions and process control. With KRAIBURG Adhesion for rollers, Gummiwerk KRAIBURG offers an alternative based on a dry bonding system that delivers comparable bonding performance.

The new product line has been developed to simplify manufacturing processes while increasing process reliability. As no drying time is required, process times can be reduced and production workflows can be made more efficient. In addition, the uniform application helps minimize the risk of defects and ensures a high level of reproducibility during processing.

Further benefits include an extended processing window with regard to temperature and humidity, standard storage conditions comparable to conventional rubber compounds, and suitability for both sulphur and peroxide curing systems. The metal-bonding compounds also offer electrical conductivity. The product line currently includes one bonding compound based on EPDM and one based on NBR, covering a wide range of requirements in roller manufacturing. Additional blends for other polymers are available upon request.

"With KRAIBURG Adhesion for rollers, we offer our customers a solution that combines occupational safety, efficiency and process reliability. The new product line enables manufacturers to eliminate liquid bonding agents without compromising bonding performance," says Michel Mleczko, Head of Sales International.