As someone who’s spent over a decade in the materials industry, I’ve worked with countless clients puzzled by how to achieve vibrant, consistent colors in TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) products. Whether it’s for shoe soles, toys, or medical devices, getting the right hue is as much an art as it is a science. When I first […]

As someone who’s been in the materials industry for years, I often get questions about the hardness of TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber). TPR, with its flexibility, abrasion resistance, and eco-friendly properties, is a go-to material for shoe soles, toys, seals, and more. Yet, hardness—one of its core properties—can be a puzzle for newcomers or procurement folks.

In my years working with TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) in manufacturing plants and product development labs, I’ve encountered all sorts of challenges, but one that always seems to catch people off guard is when TPR products or components stick together. Whether it’s shoe soles fused in storage, toy parts clinging after molding, or grips melded during

As someone who’s spent over a decade navigating the quirks of TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) production, I’ve seen just about every hiccup that can pop up in the manufacturing process. One issue that frequently trips up both newbies and seasoned pros is unwanted patterns or marks on TPR products—those pesky swirls, streaks, or textures that appear

Walking through the shoe aisle or browsing online, you’ve probably noticed terms like TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) and rubber thrown around when describing shoe soles. As someone who’s spent years in the footwear materials industry, I know how confusing it can be to figure out what sets these two apart—especially when you’re trying to choose the

As someone who’s been knee-deep in the plastics and rubber industry for over fifteen years, I’ve tackled my fair share of production headaches. One issue that keeps cropping up, especially with TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) injection molding, is peeling at the gate point—that frustrating defect where the surface near the gate looks rough, flaky, or even

Having spent over a decade in the rubber and plastics industry, I’ve seen my fair share of challenges when it comes to TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) products. One question that pops up time and again is how to get vibrant, durable, and consistent colors on TPR soft gel products. Whether you’re making colorful shoe soles, playful

As someone who has been in the rubber and plastics industry for years, I know firsthand how tricky TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) materials can be during production. Among the many challenges, shrinkage is one that often gives engineers and manufacturers a real headache. Issues like products not meeting size specifications, repeated mold adjustments, or even customer

I’ve been in the plastics industry for over a decade, working hands-on with TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) in applications like tool grips, medical devices, and consumer electronics. One of the trickiest issues I’ve tackled is dealing with burrs and flash—those pesky excess bits of material that cling to TPR overmolded parts, making them look sloppy and

I’ve been immersed in the world of plastics for over 15 years, tinkering with TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) for products ranging from stylish phone cases to high-end shoe soles. One of the most exciting challenges I’ve tackled is transforming plain TPR into something visually stunning, like a marble texture. That swirling, luxurious pattern reminiscent of natural