Processes
Transfer Moulding
Transfer moulding is a very similar process to compression moulding, the main difference being where the material is placed within the mould. The rubber is loaded into a chamber above or below the tool and Read more…
W J Webb & Co Ltd offer specialised rubber mouldings to clients throughout the UK, Europe and the USA. Our customers include several large organisations in aerospace, military, veterinary, agricultural, marine and automotive (including vintage) industries.
We have been producing rubber mouldings to our clients exact specifications for over 60 years and are able to manufacture components in a wide range of compounds. We also manufacture and supply rubber matting and accessories such as valve grinding tools and brake bleed tubes to the automotive industry.
We are based in the quiet rural village of Whaplode Drove near Spalding, Lincolnshire. We started out in 1960 and have many years of experience in the rubber manufacturing sector. With our excellent knowledge we can assist with the design and manufacture of rubber mouldings to our clients specific requirements. All enquires are dealt with promptly and we can offer free competitive quotes for the manufacture of tooling and production of your rubber mouldings.
Certified ISO9001:2008
ISO Compliant since 1997
UCAS accredited since 2021
We can help you every step of the way whether you have CAD drawings, a sketch or even just an idea.
We work closely with our toolmakers to produce you the best, most efficient and accurate moulds to your specified tolerances.
Our toolmakers use CNC machining, milling, turning, and spark erosion along with other processes to get the job done.
Making single or multi cavity tools from tooling-grade aluminum or P20 grade steel for production tooling.
Our free quoting process is simple and efficient. Call or email us to discuss your requirements, send us a sketch or a drawing along with any specific requirements and we will do the rest!
We can provide drawing and design work, quotes for sample tooling in aluminum or full production tooling in steel. Let our team help you choose the most cost-effective material that meets the specific needs of your product. Price breaks available on larger quantities or cost per part for bespoke orders.
UK based, European or world wide, shipped direct to your door.
So no matter how big or small your project, contact us for a free, friendly and professional service today!
Resists degradation more than natural or synthetic rubbers, this makes neoprene well suited for applications such as gaskets, hoses and bearings. It exhibits good chemical stability and maintains flexibility over a wide temperature range which means it can be used in a variety of commercial applications such as braces, electrical insulation, elastomeric membranes and automotive belts.
Stable at high temperatures, which makes it an ideal material for automotive and aeronautical applications, such as fuel hoses, seals and grommets.
It is also used to produce floor mats, footwear and moulded goods as well as laboratory examination equipment and cleaning gloves due to its resilience and superior flexibility and resistance to oils and acids.
An extremely durable, synthetic rubber widely used in seals and gaskets. It is one of the most versatile materials available, being WRAS approved as well as acid resisting.
A synthetic rubber that is impermeable to air and used in many applications requiring an airtight rubber seal, typically used in the manufacturing of O-rings, diaphragms and rubber stoppers used for sealing vials and bottles.
Polyurethane is a high performance rubber for applications requiring high abrasion resistance, ozone resistance, oil and fuel resistance and hydrolytic stability.
This can be processed by transfer or compression moulding to produce finished parts. This is commonly vulcanised with organic peroxides or sulphur with thiazole accelerators.
Fluoroelastomers for high performance and durability in a wide range of applications and has excellent resistance to high temperatures, ozone, weather, oxygen, hydraulic fluids, aromatics and solvents, therefore can be used for critical components such as O-rings, seals, gaskets, high voltage cables and hoses.
Due to its ability to absorb vibration, natural rubber is mainly used for dampeners, most popular for sealing non-hydraulic applications and commonly used within food and beverage industry, as it has a good resistance to organic acids and alcohols.
Natural rubber also has a high tear strength and abrasion resisting properties. This also adheres well to metals with its excellent friction surface.
Made from hydrogen, carbon, oxygen and silicon, silicone is a group of elastomers, with one of the widest working temperature ranges, renowned for its low compression set characteristics and retention of flexibility. Due to the compound being very versatile, silicone is popular for use in many food and medical industries.
Transfer moulding is a very similar process to compression moulding, the main difference being where the material is placed within the mould. The rubber is loaded into a chamber above or below the tool and Read more…
Compression moulding is where you compress a predetermined amount of rubber between 2 halves of a mould to form one complete part. The mould is heated to the correct temperature, removed from the press and Read more…
We stock and sell a variety of rubber matting and sheet material, from smooth sheeting to patterned non slip matting in different thicknesses. All sold ‘by roll’ or ‘by square meter’. Many flat parts can Read more…
Any further part assembly can be performed in-house. We manufacture valve lapping tools by the thousands, our sucker mouldings are placed on either end of a wooden dowel, before packaging for shipping. Assembly can also Read more…
Untreated, punched or machined metal parts can rust quickly if exposed to moisture. Coating them with a film to prevent this keeps the part clean and rust free. This film needs to be removed before Read more…
New and reconditioned metal parts need cleaning before being moulded. These are usually shot blasted to etch or clean away any rust or debris from the surfaces. Each part is then carefully cleaned and inspected Read more…
Most rubbers can be bonded to metal surfaces, this process starts by cleaning and etching the surface. The bond can be achieved by applying a bonding agent to the desired area. The metal part is Read more…
A hydraulic beam punch is used to produce gaskets or washers of any design using a cutting die. This can be a cost effective way of producing flat parts from sheet material. The sheet is Read more…