Applications in Architecture

Our custom rubber extrusions play a vital role in the structural integrity of buildings and other structures. They are commonly used in architectural facades and fenestration systems to provide environmental barriers, vibration reduction, or additional support. 



• Watertight seals for windows and doors
• Glazing system profiles used to seat and seal architectural facades and fenestration systems
• Setting blocks
  

Extruded Rubber Glazing Systems

Extruded Rubber Gaskets and Seals

Gaskets and seals are very general terms for any type of profile that is intended to fill a gap or void and create a barrier.


Both gaskets and seals are commonly used for:

• Water resistance
• Air barriers
• Tight seals
• Vibration elimination
• Securing components

Gaskets and seals are often lumped together into the same category because they both provide a strong sealing force, but their functions are slightly different. Seals are used to connect and seal two moving parts, while gaskets are commonly used as static seals between two flat surfaces set in place. Materials used for either product vary, but are often dictated by the specific application and corresponding environmental and chemical exposure.

Extruded rubber gaskets and seals from ELBEX provide superior stability and protection compared to other types of expansion joints because of our team that’s dedicated to quality through the entire extrusion manufacturing process.

Custom Extruded Silicone Sheeting

We take pride in our ability to deliver a custom manufactured product to meet your specification requirements. Based on our extensive capabilities, nearly any design can be met. Below are strictly a few examples of profile types that ELBEX has the capability to produce. For more information please reference our capabilities page. 

Standard translucent sheeting in various widths typically available for immediate shipment. For detailed pricing please see our silicone sheeting pricing page. 

Bulb Seals for Maximum Sealing Power

Bulb Seals are designed to track into a channel and fill a void or gap, creating a seal. They consist of a mounting mechanism and a bulb section that does the actual sealing.

Depending on the intended application and surrounding conditions, many different materials can be used. But no matter the material, our manufacturing processes yield a strong, durable bulb seal that stays in place and delivers reliable sealing power.

Bulb seals are most commonly used around doors, windows, and hatches to provide sealing and insulation. This gives them their alternate name, “trim seals.” They are also sometimes used in industrial mixing and processing applications in which water, dust, or extreme heat need to be sealed off and contained to a specific area or vessel.

Custom Extruded Rubber

D-Sections

D-sections are used across many different industries and applications. They are used to fill voids and gaps, create a seal between two different surfaces, and provide vibration and noise control. Common uses are as weather seals and window and door seals. They often have pressure sensitive adhesive on the bottom of the profile to keep them stationary within the application. 

Extruded rubber D-sections from ELBEX provide superior sealing and vibration and noise control because of our team that’s dedicated to quality through the entire extrusion manufacturing process.

All extrusions are available in continuous lengths and precise profile shapes, but can be cut to meet specific length requirements. Whatever your application, we can offer additional services such as vulcanized splicing, cutting, printing, and taping. 

Please contact us to discuss your specific application needs.

Setting Block Profiles

Product Description

The primary purpose of a setting block is to position and seat separate materials. They assist in dampening vibration and to minimize uneven surfaces. They are very commonly used in glazing applications to set glass within an aluminum channel. They range from very simple rectangular shapes to more complicated profiles that are designed to track into a channel.

Custom Design Available

We take pride in our ability to deliver a custom manufactured product to meet your specification requirements. Based on our extensive capabilities, nearly any design can be met. Below are strictly a few examples of profile types that ELBEX has the capability to produce. For more information please reference our capabilities page.

NOTE: Because many of our orders are custom orders, we do not carry an inventory. Please call one of our Sales Representatives to inquire into the item you are interested in.