The coatings offered by Sofiplast address the problems of adhesion, sealing, corrosion and lubrication inherent in the rubber industry.

Main benefits/advantages of coatings

• Cleaning time savings. Reduced clogging. Increased productivity. Easier demoulding.
• Rheology of elastomers facilitated during moulding. Extension of the equipment’s lifespan
• Anti-corrosion
• No need for liquid lubricants
• Waste reduction
• Improved productivity
• Improved material flow in the channels. Faster material ejection

Applications

Moulds with complex shapes, spires, hoppers, augers, chutes, mixers, vibrators… All machine parts in contact with raw or vulcanised rubber.

Challenges

• Adhesion
• Sealing
• Abrasion

Solutions

Wide range of special coatings and treatments: polyurethane, LAML’COAT®, metallization, fluoropolymers (PTFE, FEP, PFA…)…