Types of
Rubber Testing
Our expert rubber testing is backed by industry experience.
We provide rubber compound testing and analysis to evaluate material composition, processing behavior, cure characteristics and physical properties. Using applicable ASTM test methods and ALTTRAN Test Methods, we develop reliable data to support compound development, material comparisons, quality investigations and production decisions.
We tailor each testing program to the material, manufacturing process, application requirements and problem being investigated. Whether we are comparing an approved material with a suspect sample, evaluating a new formulation, investigating a processing concern or testing a vulcanized material against specified requirements, we select the methods needed to provide meaningful results.
From temperature fluctuations to tensile and tear strength, our lab technicians test your rubber formulations to refine performance before production. Need a custom formulation? We can develop the ideal rubber compound for your specific requirements.
With decades of industry experience, our rubber testing methods are backed by expert professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality, consistent, and performance-driven rubber products.
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Our rubber testing in ASTM methods include:
ALTTRAN RUBBER MIXING
Polymer types we mix:
| Butyl & Halobutyl | (IIR, CIIR, BIIR) |
| Carboxylated Nitrile | (XNBR) |
| Hydrogenated Nitrile | (HNBR) |
| Nitrile Butadiene Rubber | (NBR) |
| Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene | (CSM) |
| Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer | (EPDM) |
| Natural Rubber | (NR) |
| Polybutadiene | (BR) |
| Polychloroprene | (CR) |
| Polyisoprene | (IR) |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | (SBR) |
| Nitrile/PVC | (NBR/PVC) |
ALTTRAN Technical Services (ATS)
Improving materials and processes:
Rubber formulation development
Lab to scale up production planning
Confirm ASTM D-2000 call-outs
Product performance evaluation
Raw material validation and recertification
Data development for technical marketing programs
Lab mixing
Custom rubber compound formulation
Compound Mixing
Molding Process Simulation with RPA
Rubber problem solving
ATS TEST LAB
Analytical Testing
| FTIR | ASTM E 573 |
| FTIR – Microscope | ASTM E334 |
| TGA for Compound Analysis | ASTM E1131 |
| TGA for Rubber Composition | ASTM D6370 |
Unaged Physical Testing
| Moving Die Rheometer | D5289 |
| Rubber Process Analyzer | D6204/D6601 |
| Viscosity & Scorch | D1646 |
| Durometer | D2240 |
| Tensile Strength | D412 |
| Green Strength | D6746 |
| Tear Strength | D624 |
| Tension Set | D412 |
ALTTRAN RUBBER MIXING
Polymer types we mix:
| Butyl & Halobutyl | (IIR, CIIR, BIIR) |
| Carboxylated Nitrile | (XNBR) |
| Hydrogenated Nitrile | (HNBR) |
| Nitrile Butadiene Rubber | (NBR) |
| Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene | (CSM) |
| Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer | (EPDM) |
| Natural Rubber | (NR) |
| Polybutadiene | (BR) |
| Polychloroprene | (CR) |
| Polyisoprene | (IR) |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | (SBR) |
ALTTRAN Technical Services (ATS)
Improving materials and processes:
Rubber formulation development
Lab to scale up production planning
Confirm ASTM D-2000 call-outs
Product performance evaluation
Raw material validation and recertification
Data development for technical marketing programs
Lab mixing
Custom rubber compound formulation
Compound Mixing
Molding Process Simulation with RPA
Rubber problem solving
ATS TEST LAB
Analytical Testing
| Butyl & Halobutyl | (IIR, CIIR, BIIR) |
| Carboxylated Nitrile | (XNBR) |
| Hydrogenated Nitrile | (HNBR) |
| Nitrile Butadiene Rubber | (NBR) |
| Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene | (CSM) |
| Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer | (EPDM) |
| Natural Rubber | (NR) |
| Polybutadiene | (BR) |
| Polychloroprene | (CR) |
| Polyisoprene | (IR) |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | (SBR) |
The Role of Rubber Testing in Material Optimization
Rubber compound testing allows us to fine-tune formulations, ensuring that materials meet the exact demands of their intended applications. Whether it's increasing tensile strength for high-stress environments or improving chemical resistance for industrial seals, our rubber testing methods provide critical insights.
By utilizing a combination of types of rubber testing, such as compression set analysis, tear resistance evaluation, and accelerated aging studies, we help manufacturers optimize their rubber formulations for superior long-term performance. This level of precision ensures that every compound we test is engineered for reliability, efficiency, and compliance with customer and application specification.
Polymer Material Performance Testing
While rubber is our primary focus, many ASTM and ISO testing methods also apply to plastics, polymers, and specialty materials. Tests for tensile strength, hardness, tear resistance, weathering, and electrical performance help manufacturers validate material performance with accuracy and confidence.
Our lab capabilities make ALTTRAN a versatile partner for companies developing components across a range of polymers. Whether you need to confirm compliance, improve durability, or support new product development, our testing services deliver accurate, repeatable data for better material decisions.