Polymax Blog

Behind every rubber material is a story of discovery that led to its widespread use in the modern world. Today, we’re taking a closer look at polyurethane rubber, which was first invented by Professor. Dr. Otto Bayer in Germany, 1937. The chemical fabrication led to the further development of materials such as polyurethane foam, sponge, insulation, seals, gaskets, wheels, tires, suspension bushes, adhesives, clothing materials (spandex), surface coatings and more. With an impressive accolade of applications, what exactly makes this rubber so unique? Continue reading →

[caption id="attachment_377" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Polymax Apprenticeships[/caption] It’s national apprenticeship week! This year’s theme is aimed to help raise awareness about how apprenticeships work. We’re very proud to support the scheme and currently employ two apprentices who are an absolute integral part of our team. Our regular customers are probably very well acquainted with the two of them. Sydney lee studies Business Administration at Havant & Southdown’s College, she’s worked at Polymax for almost a year now. We also have Lewis Mockford who is 9 months into his Digital Marketing apprenticeship though Portsmouth Highbury College. To celebrate their success with us we thought we’d give them platform to speak about their experience as an apprentice and what it’s like working at Polymax HQ. Continue reading →

Over the years we've realised our products can be used for pretty much anything. Whilst we might supply our products with a general purpose in mind, it's always fascinating to hear how our customers have used them in unpredictable ways. So to continue our unusual uses blog series, we've collected the weird and wonderful ways our customers have utilised our rubber cord. Fixing Primary Chain Case Oil Leaks [caption id="attachment_349" align="aligncenter" width="500"] 1953 Norton 'Dominator'[/caption] Firstly, a niche problem for vintage motorbike enthusiasts. Older motorcycle models use a primary chain that connects the engine to the transmission. Since it requires a good amount of oil lubricant, the primary chain case encloses the chain and oil. This can be problematic as the seal can become worn over time resulting in oil leakage. A review left by an anonymous customer detailed how they sealed the primary chain case on their 1953 Norton 'Dominator'. They used trail and error for the correct size and ended up fitting our Neoprene Sponge Cord 12mm Diameter. In their own words getting an oil tight seal was "No mean achievement" - Great work! Continue reading →

The correct adhesive is a crucial first step to ensure great durability and the best quality finish for your brand new flooring. However, this is a specialist job so please ensure you follow the manufacturer's instructions exactly. For further recommendations read our flooring guide and contact us if you have questions. The type of adhesive you are looking to use depends upon the application and type of flooring. We would generally recommend the following...     [caption id="attachment_239" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Perfect for any dry space such as a garage, office or hallway.[/caption] Continue reading →

It's always great to hear how our products have been put to an unconventional use. Over the years we've been told that our components have been just the ticket to solve many creative problems. As a result, we wanted to showcase some of the innovative ways our customers have redesigned the use of our products. Starting with the highly versatile O-ring. Scandinavian Style Lampshades [caption id="attachment_273" align="aligncenter" width="500"] All credit to Red Kite Designs for their handmade "Blade" Lampshade.[/caption] Firstly, from the heart of Wales, Red Kite Designs have used our EPDM O-rings to hold the 'waist' of their wooden lampshades. The design is created using precision cutting and no glue whatsoever. While saving the seals from a hard life of 120°C temperature extremes and break fluid systems - phew! You can view the rest of Red Kite Design's handmade items through their website or follow their Facebook Page. Continue reading →

It's official! We are suppliers for Peter Andre's 60 Minute Makeover It's fantastic to be able to help such a rewarding programme. For those out of the loop, contestants are nominated by friends and family to have their home completely redesigned in 60 minutes. Peter Andre steers the ship, presenting the programme whilst keeping everyone motivated during the build. We were approached by the designers of the show to help them find a quick and easy bathroom flooring solution, and our Circa Pro range was the first thing to come to mind. We cannot give away any more details until the show airs. So be sure to catch it on Quest Red at 7pm on Tuesday 20th February 2018. (Quest Red is on Freeview 38, Freesat 169, Sky 162, Virgin 215 and BT TV 38) Stay up to date by following us on our Facebook and Twitter pages. Continue reading →

Flooring is often neglected, but is in fact one of the most important aspects of domestic or commercial furnishing. Conventional flooring options include carpets, laminate and ceramic or stone tiles. However, due to its durability and resistance to damage, rubber is also considered to be an appropriate flooring material. Continue reading →

The importance of rubber in our modern lifestyle is undeniable, as the sturdy and durable material lends itself to a variety of tasks and has come to be widely used in essential products, appliances, and equipment. It is particularly important for many specialized industrial processes, as well as for household purposes. Continue reading →

Properties such as durability, flexibility, and resistance to ageing make rubber an essential material in almost all household and industrial appliances and products. A large number of products, tools, and appliances that we use today are made from rubber or contain rubber components. However, to make the raw rubber suitable for use in commercial products it needs to undergo processing. Continue reading →

Although the development of new and advanced infrastructure is crucial, construction sites are often a hazard, posing serious risk to property and people alike. Accidents and disasters at constructions sites can be easily averted with a little foresight and planning. Investing in construction site safety equipment, without any compromise on quality, is the best way to ensure that there is no loss of life, injury, or damage. Here are some of the essentials that you may need to make your construction site a safe one. Continue reading →