Raining where you are today? We hope you are warm and dry – possibly thanks to the Scottish inventor of rubberised waterproof fabric, Charles Macintosh. And yes, the Mackintosh raincoat was named after him. #rubberfact #mackintosh

#RubberFact Did you know, the process of vulcanisation is named after the roman god Vulcan; God of Fire and Forge? #rubberdictionary #rubberfact #rubbercompounding

A to Z of Rubber Terms: U Ultimate elongation: the maximum extension of a rubber specimen prior to rupture. #rubberdictionary #rubberfact #rubbercompounding #rubberexperts

To all of our SPC Maerdy Wales colleagues and friends, customers and suppliers, Happy Shwmae Sumae Day! The official Welsh language day. We encourage everyone and anyone to practise the Welsh language. Mae'r Gymraeg yn perthyn i bawb #shwmae26 #Welshlanguageday #shwmaesumae

National Day of Spain / Fiesta Nacional de España To all of our SPC Jevsa Spanish colleagues and friends, customers and suppliers, Happy National Day of Spain! Feliz Fiesta Nacional de España! #FiestaEspaña #FiestaNacionaldeEspaña

#RubberFact The first oil resistant synthetic rubber, made in 1932, is polychloroprene (given the trade name Neoprene by DuPont). Produced by the polymerisation of chloroprene , it is highly resistant to weathering, ozone, and many chemicals and an excellent choice for a variety of applications. These include waterproofing membranes in the construction industry, hoses, gaskets, timing belts and a variety of seals in the automotive industry, and watertight sealing in the marine industry. #polychloroprene #rubbercompounding #rubbermanufacturing

Did you know, the English word rubber was first used in the 1700s and was applied to latex gum because it is great for rubbing out pencil marks on paper? In Spanish ‘caucho’ is derived from ‘cau-chu’. Indigenous South Americans called the rubber tree cau-chu, meaning the tree that weeps. #rubberfact #rubberhistory #rubberdictionary

A-Z of Rubber Terms: O O-Ring is a circular loop of elastomer designed to form a seal at the interface of two parts. The type of elastomer used is chosen according to its end use and based on chemical compatibility, temperature, sealing pressure, lubrication requirements, hardness, size and cost. #rubberdictionary #rubberfact #rubbercompounding

Did you know our colour lab can match any RAL, Pantone or other colour reference? Talk to us about your coloured rubber and polymer requirements. #colourcompounding #rubbercolours #colourmatch

Contact us to learn more about how we can fulfil your requirements for high-quality technical compounds, with reliable batch consistency every time. 👇 ☎️ 01373 866020 #rubbercompounding #rubbermanufacturing #technicalrubbercompounds #QAasnormal

Did you know that Scottish-born inventor David Dunbar Buick was born on this day, September 17, 1854? As the founder of one of America’s most famous automotive brands, the Buick Motor Company, he was renowned for his innovative inventions. In fact, nearly all modern internal combustion engines are derivatives of one of Buick's inventions. #automotive #rubbercompounding #automotivehistory #rubberfact #automotivemanufacturing

Tomorrow is Emergency Services Day in the UK. We want to take this opportunity to thank all of the UK’s blue light personnel, as well as volunteers such as the RNLI, for all of your work and dedication to saving lives, in the UK and also emergency services across the world. #999Day #EmergencyServicesDayUK

#RubberScience Most vulcanisation test methods involve monitoring the progression of a cure reaction over time. Testing forms the backbone of all of our work - we use it to make sure every compound is perfect every time. #vulcanisation #rubbercompounding #rheometer

Did you know that the Michelin Man’s name is Bibendum? He was developed by a cartoonist, Marius Rossillon, (known by his pen name O’Galop) in response to an idea from the founders of the tyre company, Edouard and André Michelin who asked him the create a man made entirely out of white tyres, Bibendum was first introduced at the Lyon Exhibition of 1894 and, today, is one the world’s oldest – and most recognisable – trademarks. #rubberfact #rubbertyres #rubbercompounding #rubberhistory

At SPC we have a proactive approach to managing chemical use. With manufacturing plants in the UK and in Europe we comply with both EU and UK REACH rules and actively support our customers in achieving the same. #REACH #chemicalsafety #responsibleforourenvironment

We supply high-quality colour compounds, manufactured on ultraclean, dedicated lines. Our colour lab can match any RAL, Pantone or other colour reference. Talk to us about your coloured rubber and polymer requirements. #colourcompounding #rubbercolours #colourmatch

A to Z of Rubber Terms: A Abrasion: the surface loss of a material due to frictional forces. #rubbercompounding #rubberfact #rubbermanufacturing #polymerfact

Did you know, the most commonly manufactured synthetic rubber is Styrene-Butadiene Rubber - for car tyres, shoe soles, conveyor belts & more. Are we experts in manufacturing SBR? Sure are - reach out to our technical teams today to find out how we can meet your needs with consistent high quality. #RubberFact #rubbermanufacturing #SBR

A-Z of rubber terms: H Hysteresis: the conversion of mechanical energy to heat in rubber undergoing strain. #rubberscience #heatenergy

Did you know that aircraft tyres are usually manufactured from natural rubber reinforced with layers of fabrics such as Kevlar or Nylon. They also often contain conductive materials to help them discharge static electricity when they land. #airplanetyres #naturalrubber