Minor Rubber manufactures a full line of high-quality, custom rubber bellows and boots for demanding applications. Our made-to-order boots and bellows are used in applications requiring secure, flexible joints and protection against dust, moisture, oils, chemicals, UV, and other contaminants in harsh environments. We have the capabilities to manufacture custom bellows and boots if a special shape or size is required. Bellows and boots we offer include double cuff expansion bellows, tapered bellows, molded rubber boots, and custom boots.
Manufacturing Methods
Our rubber boots and bellows are manufactured using a variety of methods to produce long-lasting, high-quality products in a range of sizes, shapes, and configurations.
- Injection, transfer, and compression molding – parts can be molded with varying wall thicknesses, shapes, sizes, and using a wide range of materials and hardness.
- Latex dip molding – Parts are seamless and have a uniform wall thickness. Latex dip molded parts are available in natural rubber or Neoprene® 1 Latex.
- RF welding from thin urethane or vinyl films – Used to manufacture bellows that are strong, offering a large variation in compressed to the extended length, lightweight, and flexible.
- Fabric-reinforced – Used to manufacture fabric bellows that require the additional strength and protection of a rubber coating.
At Minor Rubber, we specialize in custom rubber boots and bellows for electronics, aerospace, healthcare, construction, transportation, and defense applications. We serve the OEM and replacement part markets and maintain inventory for industrial distributors.
With over 100 years of experience manufacturing rubber bellows and boots, we have earned the reputation for manufacturing high-quality machine protective covers. Our attention to detail and commitment to excellence for every project, coupled with our experience and knowledge of the industries we serve, ensure that your rubber bellows and boots will meet or exceed your expectations. Call today to see how we can be of assistance.
1 Neoprene® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers # Neoprene® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers for their brand of Chloroprene Elastomer; Minor Rubber reserves the right to provide a chloroprene material of another manufacturer in lieu of Neoprene®.