• 10:00-10:25

Hybrid Precision Parts: Bonding Various Materials in Critical Applications

  • Ing. Hans van der Meer
  • Helvoet Rubber & Plastic Technologies

A hybrid product consists of a hard and a soft material, which Helvoet combines by using various bonding methods.
These methods vary from the use of bonding agents to direct bonding.
In critical applications the bond should remain strong so that the function and quality is guaranteed during the products complete lifetime.
We will give an insight in the various materials combinations, bonding techniques and testing methods.