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The Company Our Mission
Educate and Deliver Value to our Clientele
Increase Efficiency of our Organization
Bring to Market “Living Brands” That Evolve with our Client’s Changing Demands
Establish 1994
Founded in 1994, Rubber-Cal is a distributor of industrial rubber products. The company provides and inventories a wide range of rubber mats, rubber flooring, sheet rubber, flexible ducting, coir doormats, pavement maintenance parts and other specialty rubber products. Our large inventory and 24-hour fulfillment of stocked products makes us a great partner to agile OEMs and retailers by reducing their need to inventory parts and raw materials. Most of our rubber goods can be purchased in small custom-cut lengths, decreasing both the cost and time of installation and onsite fabrication.
Eco-Conscious Products
Ingrained in our basic philosophy is the mission to offer “Green” products, whenever possible, to industry and consumers alike. Natural, reclaimed and recycled rubbers are not only a practical substitute but also a far more affordable option. Firstly, by using eco-friendly materials like natural and recycled rubber, we help to reduce the presence of non-biodegradable rubber waste in the ecosystem. In the US, there are approximately 245 million tires discarded annually. Our products help reduce the presence of these tires in dumpsites. Secondly, consumers directly benefit from recycled rubber products because they are more affordable than their synthetic counterparts. This has been a distinguishing hallmark that has served Rubber-Cal well over the years. In fact, it is a point of pride for us. Products using eco-friendly recycled rubber, such as our interlocking rubber floor tiles, are very popular with consumers because they offer superior protection and durability at a competitive price.
Brands
Coirmat.com
Ducting.com
Goodyear Rubber Flooring
FloorMatCompany.com
RubberFlooringExperts.com
Sheetrubber.com – Coming Soon
In the Media
Rubber-Cal's quality products have garnered attention for the company from the media. Recently, in 2016-17, our products appeared on prime time TV shows such as Sweat Inc., The Biggest Loser, Strong, and Save Our Shelters. Over the past ten years, our rubber products have appeared on The Martha Stewart Show, ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, NBC’s The Biggest Loser, US Open of Surfing, VH1’s Money Hungry, Mr. Olympia, Designed to Sell, DIY TV’s Run My Renovation, Extra Yardage, Man Caves and Grounds for Improvement. Rubber-Cal is proud to have been involved in the success of these shows. As the company continues to grow, consumers and industry can expect to see more of its products showcased in the media.
Our Staff
Rubber products can be complex and hard to understand. All of Rubber-Cal's success would not be possible without the dedicated expertise of its staff. Whether you need sheet rubber, rubber flooring, or custom-made rubber gaskets, our friendly and knowledgeable staff is on hand to help you find the right elastomer for your needs! The experts know that browsing through our product line may be intimidating for some, but they are here to guide you. With a firm belief in providing quality customer service, they make it their mission to educate and inform customers about rubber products.
New Product Release
The Shark Tooth II – Crazy named product but our customers love it! We are coming out with another version of this tough rubber mat. Keep an eye out for it in the first quarter of 2021.
Upcoming Trade Shows
We are planning on showing at the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas in May of 2021. Keep your fingers crossed and get vaccinated! |
What is the Best Basement Flooring? Basements are versatile spaces in homes, with the ability to become anything from a bedroom or “man cave” to a game room or home fitness center. But if you plan to make the most out of your basement, the flooring will probably need an upgrade before the space is ready for use. There are many options for basement flooring, though most have concrete floors that can be cold, hazardous, and easily damaged. The versatility of the space can make it tricky to pick the best flooring for your needs, but luckily there are many rubber options for basement flooring that offer a competitive range of versatility.
With so many basement flooring choices, it is important to go with a material that offers enough protection—for both above the surface, and below it. Basement floors are prone to moisture, and even simple water can cause damage such as stains, mildew, and mold. Traditional concrete basement floors can also be damaged by heavy furniture or abrasive equipment—this is especially true for basements that are used as home gyms. This is why the flooring must be strong enough to protect not only your base floors, but any furniture or equipment on top.
Rubber is the ideal protective covering for basement floors because it absorbs impacts and vibrations, distributing the movement evenly to maintain a stable surface. Any abrasions caused by furniture and workout equipment are absorbed by the rubber to ensure it never reaches the subfloor. Rubber also has great resistances to moisture and temperature as well as natural traction-enhancing abilities, making it the best basement flooring across the board. With so many varieties available, there is a rubber floor to fit the function of each and every basement. Whether used for storage, fitness, or an extra bedroom—any remodeled basement can benefit from installation of rubber flooring. |
Helpful Hint: What is Tensile Strength? If you are here on our website, the chances are pretty good that you are looking for a strong and durable type of rubber. We have quite a few options for you, but we also want to take the chance to explain a trait of rubber that is key to understanding its durability. As you browse our selection of rubber sheets, you will no doubt come across the term “tensile strength”.
Tensile strength is defined as the maximum amount of force that a material can take before it physically fails, meaning tearing or breaking. It is measured by its PSI rating, which stands for pounds per square inch. Sometimes it can also be noted as MPa, or megapascals. In short, it boils down to how resilient the rubber will be at the end of the day. To get a good idea of how a specific elastomer will perform, take a look at the PSI rating. The tensile strength on our products is rated by PSI.
Broadly speaking, there are three different levels of tensile strength with sheet rubber products. Going from least to greatest, an elastomer’s tensile strength can range from 725 PSI, 1500 PSI, and 2000 PSI. A rubber rated at 2000 PSI will be able to take a lot more abuse from both sharp and blunt objects compared to one rated at 725 PSI or 1500 PSI. For example, if you need rubber for an application that is very physically demanding, such as for snowplow blades for use on highways and large commercial parking lots, it is advisable to go with a rubber at either 2000 PSI preferably or at least 1500 PSI. If you only need to do residential level snow plow work then a 725 PSI rubber will be sufficient for your needs. |
In Season: Why Snowplows use Rubber Cutting Edges Snowplows use rubber cutting edges to avoid damaging pavement or ground cover that is of value, such as brick, cobblestone, or synthetic turf. Rubber cutting edges are also used on important pavement that needs to be handled with extra care, such as runways at airports or rubber playground floors.
Because a snowplow's metal blade is very sturdy, when it comes into direct contact with pavement, it can mar its surface. A rubber cutting edge extends slightly over the edge of a snowplow's metal blade and prevents the blade from damaging the pavement. This saves property owners the cost of replacing damaged flooring. To extend the lifespan on a rubber cutting edge, snowplow owners rotate the rubber edge as needed until both sides are worn out.
In addition to protecting the pavement, rubber cutting edges also reduce noise from snowplows. Normally, the metal blade causes a loud scraping noise when grinding against the pavement. By preventing the metal blade from coming into direct contact with the pavement, a rubber cutting edge mutes the blade's scraping noise. In turn, metal scraping noises indicate that the blade is making direct contact with the pavement and the rubber edge is worn out. |
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