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DesignChoosing the right boat fender strip – selection guide | DG Rubber
How do you choose the right rubber fender strip for your boat? The right fender strip is an essential part of protecting your vessel. It prevents damage when mooring and casting off, extends the service life of the hull and improves safety on board. But which fender strip best suits your type of boat? The […]
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DesignHollow vs solid rubber fender strips: when to choose which?
Hollow or solid fender strips: technical considerations for your choice The choice between a hollow or solid rubber fender strip seems simple, but in practice it depends heavily on energy absorption, fitting method and structural dynamics. With many years of experience in extrusion and custom rubber profiles, DG Rubber Profiles knows that every application calls […]
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DesignWhat should you consider when designing a custom profile cross-section?
Avoid costly mistakes in the design phase. Our engineers share the 5 most common mistakes when drawing customer-specific rubber.
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DesignWhat is Shore hardness and how do you choose the right value?
The hardness of rubber determines how flexible or rigid a profile is. Discover the difference between Shore A and D and the impact on performance.
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Do you have a technical question or a specific profile design?
Our advisers are happy to help. We advise on material choice, Shore hardness and tolerance standards, and can 3D-print a test profile within a few days.
