• Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Knife Cutting Services

    Bay Rubber Company specializes in CNC knife cutting services, offering perforation, flash, dieless, through, and kiss cutting capabilities are available for precision processing of various materials. Speed cutting is achieved at 10 inches per second, supported by high performance servo motors. The system features a large bed size of 60 by 120 inches and a maximum Z-travel distance of 2.05 inches (55 mm) for flexible material handling. Material processing capability includes both flexible and rigid materials up to 2.00 inches thick. Accuracy is maintained with small feature tolerances of ±0.002 inches and repeatability of ±0.0005 inches per feet. Flash cutting increases yields, removes the need for cutting dies, and reduces labor costs.

    Intended cutting materials include foam (up to 50 mm), rubber and its by-products (up to 25 mm) thickness, industrial fabrics, technical textiles, carbon fiber, Kevlar®, pre-preg, honeycomb, adhesives, laminated materials, plastics, paper, corrugated materials, leather, compressed and tang graphite, and multi-ply textiles. Applications cover gaskets, conveyor belting, interior upholstery, printed materials, footwear, fashion, apparel, automotive components, thermal shielding, matting, food and beverage production.

    The equipment list includes Atom Flash Cut Flex and Atom Flash Cut Twins. Additional services offered are consultation, material procurement and storage, production planning, assembly, CNC machining, engraving, first article inspection, inventory management, rapid prototyping, precision cutting, reverse, and gasket engineering. Production volume ranges from a minimum of 1 to over 100,000 units, including prototype, low to high volume, and blanket orders. Lead times are quoted on a job by job basis, with emergency and rush services available. Efficiency is supported through lean manufacturing and just in time systems.

    Industry focus spans aerospace, automotive, defense, medical, packaging, electronics, consumer goods, construction, printing, textiles, pharmaceutical, transportation, oil and gas. Compliance is maintained with key industry standards including ANSI, AS, ASME, ASTM, AWS, CE, CSA, DOT, FAA, FDA, ISO, Mil-Spec, NADCAP, QS, RoHS, SAE, and TS. To know more about world-class CNC knife cutting services, contact us today.

  • Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Routing Services

    Bay Rubber Company offers custom CNC routing services using a high performance CNC router. This machine supports various applications including gaskets, 3D carving, aluminum fabrication, woodworking, aerospace cabinetry, plastics, rubber, and composite materials. It is compatible with a wide range of materials such as acrylic, wood, aluminum, PVC, foam, MDF, composite, neoprene, silicone, EPDM, nitrile, compressed sheet, engineered materials, honeycomb, G10/FR4, sponge, polycarbonate, and acetal.

    The work area measures 63 x 121 inches with a gantry providing 8 inches clearance and 120 inches wide. The spindle is an 8.5 hp (6.3 kW) Umbra running at 32,000 rpm. The Z-carriage is fitted with both an electric oscillating and a pneumatic knife. Tool pathing options include parallel, scallop, pocket, drill, shallow, surface, 2D and 3D contour. Engraving is also available as an additional service. The equipment used includes the MultiCAM Apex 3R.

    Production volume ranges from a minimum of 1 piece to over 100,000 units, including prototype, low to high volume, and blanket orders. Minimum lead time is 5 days, with quotes provided on a job by job basis. Emergency and rush services are available to meet urgent needs. Efficiency is maintained through lean manufacturing and just in time methods.

    Industry focus spans across aerospace, agriculture, appliances, architecture, transportation, automation, automotive, biomedical, biotechnology, construction, HVAC, industrial, medical, packaging, pharmaceutical, research, robotics, telecommunications, oil and gas. Industry standards followed include ANSI, AS, ASME, ASTM, AWS, CE, CSA, DOT, FAA, FDA, ISO, Mil-Spec, NADCAP, QS, RoHS, SAE, and TS. To know more about top-notch CNC routing services, contact us today.

  • Gaskets and Seals Manufacturing Services

    Bay Rubber Company offers gasket and seal manufacturing services, with contract manufacturing available for small parts and support for on-site production. Services are provided as needed, offering flexibility for different project requirements. Primary capabilities include die cutting, extruding, laser cutting, 3D printing, and molded part production. Gasket types offered include bowl, clamp, compression, connector, constant seating stress, die cut, encapsulated, envelope, extruded, flange, jacketed, laminated, locking, pump packing, sheet, sleeve, shims, weatherstripping coupling, and packing valve. Gasket shapes available are diamond, hexagonal, notched, octagonal, oval, rectangular, square, C, and D-shaped.

    Seal types include compression packing, cup, diaphragm, drain packing, hole, lip, magnetic, O-ring, rope, spring, rubber, D, and P bulb. A wide range of materials is supported, such as ABS, acetal, Aflas®, aluminum, bakelite®, brass, bronze, Buna-N, butyl, carbon, cork, copper, EPDM, felt, fiberglass, graphite, gum rubber, FFKM, neoprene, nickel, nitrile rubber, nylon, polycarbonate, polyurethane, SBR, silica, sponge, silicone, stainless steel, steel, titanium, urethane, vinyl, FKM, wax, zinc, vulcanized, and vegetable fiber. Color options include black, gray, white, brown, metallic, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

    Gasket and seal characteristics include bend resistance, convoluted structure, electrical insulation, EMI shielding, flame retardance, heat dissipation, heat reflection, RFI shielding, wrap-around, ring and universal fit. Products are resistant to abrasion, acids, alkalis, corrosion, detergents, grease, oil, rust, salts, steam, spark, and water. Tolerance levels reach ±0.001 inches or ±0.025 mm depending on design.

    Secondary services include assembly, CNC machining, engraving, first article inspection, inventory management, precision cutting, gasket, and reverse engineering. Production volume ranges from a minimum of 1 unit to over 100,000 units. Options are available for prototype, low to high volume, and blanket orders. Lead times are quoted on a job by job basis, with emergency and rush services available. Operations follow lean manufacturing and just in time methods to ensure timely and efficient output.

    Industries served include aerospace, agricultural, automotive, biomedical, chemical processing, construction, defense, electronics, HVAC, industrial equipment, marine, medical devices, mining, pharmaceuticals, robotics, oil and gas. Industry standards followed are ANSI, AS, ASME, ASTM, FDA, ISO, Mil-Spec, NADCAP, RoHS, SAE, and TS. To know more about exceptional gasket and seal manufacturing services, contact us today.

  • Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Laser Cutting Services

    Bay Rubber Company offers CNC laser cutting services with capabilities that includes fabrication, OEM, prototyping, engraving, and rotary cutting. Laser operations are performed using CO2 gaseous lasers. The laser configuration uses a flying optics setup for smooth and accurate movement during cutting. The system operates on a 2-axis cutting platform. Suitable for metal materials like aluminum, brass, mild, and stainless steel. Non-metal materials include acrylic, Corian, paper, paperboard, plastic, rubber, wood, and textiles. Maximum cutting speed reaches up to 20 inches per second, while maximum engraving speed is 150 inches per second.

    The equipment is supported by a large bed size of 60 x 120 inches Accuracy includes small feature tolerances of ±0.0001 inches and repeatability of ±0.0005 inches per feet. Equipment list includes the Kern OptiFlex laser system. Additional services offered are laser ablation, drilling, engraving/etching, and annealing.

    Production volume ranges from a minimum of 1 unit to prototype, low, and high volume runs. Blanket orders are accepted. Lead times are quoted on a job by job basis. Emergency and rush services are available when needed. Efficiency is maintained through lean manufacturing and just in time practices.

    Industry focus includes aerospace, automotive, advertising, architecture, medical devices, defense, telecommunications, electronics, HVAC, packaging, oil and gas. Industry standards followed include ANSI, AS, ASME, ASTM, AWS, CE, CSA, DOT, FAA, FDA, ISO, Mil-Spec, NADCAP, QS, RoHS, SAE, and TS. To know more about comprehensive CNC laser cutting services, contact us today.