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With its unique properties and versatility, silicone rubber has revolutionised numerous industries. From automotive and aerospace to healthcare and electronics, silicone rubber has become a go-to choice for manufacturers seeking a high-performance material. With its exceptional durability, heat resistance, and flexibility, silicone rubber strips, sheet material and gaskets offer a wide range of benefits that…

Nitrile rubber, also known as nitrile butadiene rubber, acrylonitrile butadiene rubber, Buna-N or NBR, is a highly versatile material that has gained popularity as a gasket material in various industries. A copolymer of butadiene and acrylonitrile, the chemical and physical characteristics of the material depend on the composition of nitrile, meaning that the properties of…

Whilst we supply and manufacture an extensive range of rubbers and polymers, one of the most frequently requested materials is Neoprene rubber.  Neoprene Is the trade name for Polychloroprene rubber or Chloroprene. It is a synthetic rubber material, initially developed as a cost-effective substitute for natural rubber, and is a highly versatile material that is…

At CB Frost, we are always investing in our production processes and introducing new services to benefit our customers. In addition to providing die cutting services to produce gaskets and other products for a wide range of industries, we are pleased to announce that we now manufacture die cutting formes in house. For a number…

Whilst rail networks have been key to European transport since the Industrial Revolution, EN45545-2, the European Standard for fire safety in the rail industry has only been mandatory since 2018. Since then, EN45545 materials have been considered in all aspects of rail stock design and manufacture, helping to improve the safety of passenger and freight…

Following on from the success of the Rail Industry Technology Roadshow, 2023 has so far been a very positive year for CB Frost and we are pleased to announce that thanks to the new connections we made at the roadshow, we have been awarded a new £120k manufacturing contract. After an excellent experience at the…