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Meeting our customers’ needs for unique custom extrusions is a key element in the ELBEX customer experience. ELBEX offers extrusion and custom tool and die design services, all processed onsite. Our wire EDM and sinker EDM capabilities are supported by our experience in 2-D modeling and design using AutoCAD as a platform.

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  • What is the typical size range of products extruded by Elbex?

    Our capabilities are what set us apart from other extruders.  ELBEX has the capability to extrude profiles as small as 0.0625” wide up to 18” wide.  The thickness can range from 0.030” up to 8” high, with a maximum diameter of 8”.

  • What materials does Elbex Extrude?

    Common materials used are EPDM, Nitrile (Buna-N), Neoprene (Polychloroprene), Polyisoprene, Butyl, SBR, and Silicone.  Through strong partnerships with vendors, depending on the application and scope of the project, ELBEX can help to develop materials to meet specific requirements – line callouts, as necessary.

  • What fabrication or secondary services does Elbex offer?

    ELBEX can offer a wide variety of secondary services, which include vulcanized splicing, cutting, printing, and taping.  Additionally, through strategic relationships with locally based companies, we can extend the range of secondary services to include punching and slitting.

  • What tolerances can Elbex hold?

    ELBEX manufactures to RMA standards per customer requirements.  If special tolerance is required, we would be glad to work with you to accommodate the request.  Please let us know; we welcome any opportunity for discussion and look forward to meeting your needs.

  • What is Elbex's typical lead time for tooling?

    ELBEX has an in-house tooling department that allows us to minimize both lead times and cost.  Extrusion dies can be ready within 1-2 weeks.  In general, our lead time on production orders is 3-4 weeks with no additional time for cutting dies.

  • Can Elbex provide custom-colored extrusions?

    Yes we can!  ELBEX mixes Silicone on-site.  This allows us to mix Silicone in an array of different colors, while also allowing us to shorten lead-time and offer very competitive pricing on Silicone products.  We have local vendors with the equipment and expertise for exact matching to color samples.

  • Can Elbex assist me with the design of my part?

    Based on our 25 + years of experience, ELBEX realizes that you are the expert when it comes to designing parts for your application.  We do not want to directly design your part, but are always glad to share our experience and provide suggestions that may help to improve the performance of your part.  We are available to discuss the design and function of your intended application.

  • What drawing formats does Elbex accept?

    Although we prefer to work from .dwg or .dxf files, we can work off of anything from a rough sketch with dimensions to .jpg and .pdf files.  The more detail, the better.  A physical sample is also very helpful, if available.

  • Can Elbex supply PPAPs? Certificates of Compliance? Certificates of Origin? MSDS?

    Our location, very close to Akron, OH. (The Rubber Capital), makes it very convenient to provide material testing.  Our strong, long-lasting relationships with local vendors make it very convenient to provide testing through independent laboratories, obtain material certifications, and minimize any time associated with that.

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ELBEX Corporation is committed to providing top-notch support to its customers during the design and manufacturing process. We understand that the success of our clients is directly tied to our ability to provide them with the highest level of service possible. Therefore, we work closely with our customers to ensure that their needs are fully understood and met. Our team of experts has a wealth of experience in the industry, which enables us to provide valuable insights and advice to our clients.

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