by Kent Elastomer | Dec 29, 2023 | Biopharmaceutical, Uncategorized
Ongoing Issues Regarding Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing Manufacturing quality products for the medical industry is crucial for saving lives and treating illnesses. However, producing these items still operates as a business. While the primary goal is essential,...
by Kent Elastomer | Jan 27, 2023 | Elastomer 101, Uncategorized
What is Polyisoprene? The term “polyisoprene” refers to a polymer material with a specific base polymer: cis-1,4-polyisoprene. Polyisoprene can be derived from plant-based sources—as natural rubber latex—and petroleum derivatives—as synthetic polyisoprene. Benefits of...
by Kent Elastomer | Oct 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Natural rubber latex offers several key benefits that make it a highly desirable material choice for tubing in many industries. From medical and surgical applications to industrial manufacturing, natural rubber latex tubing can be found in a wide range of diverse...
by Kent Elastomer | Oct 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
A Guide to PVC Tubing Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) is a top choice for applications that require stability and resistance to tears, corrosion, weather, chemicals, and electricity. The compounds used to make PVC tubing are safe for people with latex allergies which makes...
by Kent Elastomer | Sep 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
What Is Neoprene? Neoprene is a durable polymer material with a somewhat spongy feel, made via the polymerization of chloroprene. It’s a synthetic alternative to natural rubber and is lauded for its durability and resilience, even in extreme conditions. Neoprene...
by Kent Elastomer | Sep 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Patti B. Trusts KEP “KEP’s customer service is a pleasure to work with and consistently helpful, and their products are outstanding! We acquired Kent as a supplier about 15 years ago. I am so thankful for KEP’s commitment to American manufacturing that helped us with...
