Component Force now offers Phthalate-free PVC

Component Force now offers Phthalate-free PVC.

Component Force is one of the First plastic dip moulding manufactures to offer a Phthalate-free PVC. Component Force has seen an increase in demand for phthalate-free polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Phthalate-free PVC is recommended for plastic moulds that are going to be used in children’s toys or childcare apparatus.

Please call our technical sales team on 01634 245999 or email nbd@component-force.co.uk

Secure Cover Caps

Component Force offers a large range of Secure Cover Caps, also known as Secure Nut Caps are a two piece moulding allowing a neat and professional finish when protecting exposed nuts. Particularly useful in an environment where safety is an issue such as Playgrounds and Gardens. The Secure Cover Caps have a base which is secured underneath the nut/bolt and then a separate cap which fits inside, allowing the user to mix colours to make a fun feature out of this useful product.

For more technical advice and free samples to test please call us on 01634 245999 or email sales@component-force.co.uk

Thank you James Gardner

Nylon Parts

Component Force Ltd has expanded the range of Nylon Parts available to view and order online. Due to the increased demand for Nylon Parts we feel this is a natural step to take and want to show our customers what we have to offer in this diverse range of products.
Included in this range of Nylon Parts are hex nuts, hexagonal screws, pan slotted screws, oval slotted screws, threaded rod, wing nuts and lock nuts to name but a few.

If you would like further information or advice please feel welcome to contact the sales team on 01634 245 999 or email us at enquiries@component-force.co.uk

Indexed Clamping Handles

Component Force are proud to offer two new sizes of Indexed Clamping Handles have been added to our product range, including a rarely available M16 version. Operated by a simple lift and rotate action, including a ratchet for use in tight spaces, our Indexed Clamping Handles are available in a range of sizes, please contact our sales office on 01634 245999 for more details. Thank you James Gardner

Gate Castors

Gate Castor's are used to support the ends of wide gates. They are made from a fabricated steel housing with a black finish. The gate Castor's are designed to help support the ends of wide gates. It has a sprung-loaded Castor to enable it to travel over uneven surfaces and to accept slopes from the open to closed position. The maximum range is approximately 75mm. Please note this Castor is not designed to take the full weight of the gate onto which it is mounted.
Mounting plate sizes for both items: 159mm tall x 41mm wide, hole centres 85mm, mounting hole 8mm diameter. Overall height of item 375mm. For more information please call our Component Force sales team on 00 44 1 634 245999Thank you James Gardner

Rubber Feet Style E

This style of rubber feet from Component Force is designed with it's flat base which is neat, simple and offers maximum contact with the floor. Standards colours are black & grey.
Application for this rubber foot include frames, stands, health care equipment and general industrial applications. The best way to fit these rubber feet is to simply push fit them but if they are very tight a mild solution of soapy water can be used. However for a secure fit it is essential that a suitable glue/adhesive is used. Please call our component experts on 01634 245999 for help and information about this. Thanks James Gardner

Rubber Feet Style D

The Rubber feet in this style D shape are a great all rounder and are a popular chunky base rubber foot. The classic chunky base rubber foot design is very popular as a walking stick foot. Applications as well as walking sticks, include chair feet or stand feet. Rubber feet also help to reduce slip and vibration. The range includes products with and without metal re-enforcing washers in the base. These help to prevent tubes punching through the end of the rubber feet, especially good for heavier applications. For your free samples click here. Thank you James Gardner

Rubber Feet Style C

The Rubber feet in this style C shape are a great all rounder and are a popular rubber foot. The classic pimple base rubber foot design is very popular as a walking stick foot. Applications as well as walking sticks, include chair feet or stand feet. Rubber feet also help to reduce slip and vibration. The range includes products with and without metal re-enforcing washers in the base. These help to prevent tubes punching through the end of the rubber feet, especially good for heavier applications. Please click here to request your free samples. Thank you James Gardner

Rubber Feet Style B

Rubber feet in this style B shape are a great all rounder and one of our most popular rubber feet. The can be used for applications such as walking sticks, chair feet, stand feet or as a rubber cap. Rubber feet also help to reduce slip and vibration. The range includes products with and without metal re-enforcing washers in the base. These help to prevent tubes punching through the end of the rubber feet, especially good for heavier applications. Thank you James Gardner

Rubber Feet Style A

The style A rubber feet are commonly known as crutch feet and walking frame feet and have a larger footprint providing maximum grip to help to prevent slip. The most common applications being crutches and walking frames. Replacement crutch feet and replacement walking frame feet. Many of these crutch feet come with a metal washer in the bottom to offer improved puncture resistance, essential in a production environment where tube cut end finishing is limited.

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Thank you James Gardner

New ¾” BSP Threaded Caps.

We have a new arrival in the Threaded Caps section of the Component Force web site. We have introduced a ¾” BSP Threaded Cap in Yellow HPDE. This compliments the range and introduces as new dimension to the section, as this is the first of a range of Threaded Caps to be aimed at domestic heating, plumbing and domestic labour saving devices. This is an improvement on previous examples of this product, being moulded from HPDE this product is a lot more rigid and able to take higher pressures. Click here to view the Threaded Caps. Thank you James Gardner

Retaining plug

Here is a new addition to our Plastic Plug Range. The Retaining plug is the latest addition to our large range of plastic plugs at Component Force. With increasing demand for this type of plastic plug, with a flexible strap attached to prevent the plastic plug being lost, the retaining plug has proven very succesful since being stocked as a standard part at Component Force so for more information on the retaining plug please call the sales team on 01634 245999. Thank you James Gardner

Flexible Plugs

Our new FXP flexible plugs are designed with exactly that in mind, each one capable of being used with a number of diameters of tube. The flexible plugs even then have a range of sizes that can be chosen. Our Flexible plugs are also a little longer than others in the industry allowing them to be utilised as retainers for other light weight protective covers and the like. Please click here to visit the flexible plugs page of the Component Force website. Thank you James Gardner

Sap Seals

Component Force have just introduced a range of SAP SEALS to our website. SAP SEALS are used in marine or damp environments, protecting nuts and bolts that will need to undone for routine maintenance or removal completely. The SAP SEALS provide a weather tight seal preventing the ingress of damaging salts and other elements likely to deteriorate the threads of these items, the thread within them allows the cap to be fitted very tightly to the body that the nuts and bolts are retaining, click here to go directly to our SAP SEALS section. Thank you James Gardner

I-Beam covers

Are you aware Component Force can offer a variety of caps and covers for fencing and barriers? We have an extensive range in the I-Beam covers in a variety of colours to suit all your needs whether it’s for cosmetic or Health & Safety purposes. On top of this we can offer various sizes in the Armco Barrier range.

For fencing we have a wide range of colours and sizes within our Plastic Cap range and Ribbed Inserts to really finish off any project whether large or small. Thank you James Gardner

Custom Dip Moulding

Component Force Ltd offers a complete solution to your custom dip moulding needs.
With our in-house engineering and manufacturing plant we can accommodate basic custom dip moulding projects (with tooling starting from just £95) as well as high volume and complex custom dip moulded designs.

These plastic parts can be manufactured in Gloss, Semi-matt, Matt and Textured finishes and specific shore hardness’s are available on request.

We stock a large range of standard colours and can RAL colour match.

We provide a fast turnaround time for samples and are always on hand for technical advice.
In addition to our custom dip moulding capabilities we also offer custom injection moulding.

If you would like further information or advice please feel welcome to contact the Component Force sales team on 01634 245999 or email us at enquiries@component-force.co.uk

Scaffold Protection Tubing

Component Force have now expanded their range of Scaffold Protection parts. Scaffold Protection Tubing can be used at ground level to help provide protection to pedestrians, made from high density foam and in high visibility colours, the scaffold protection tubing is easy to install, handle and remove. For more information on how we can provide your Scaffold Protection Tubing at cost effective prices as possible call the sales team on 01634 245999. Thank you James Gardner

Collar Plug

We are pleased to be able to offer a new plug to our range. The Collar Plug is versatile and will suit a wide range of projects. This collar plug is self tapping and is highly durable due to its thick wall. Sizes range from M2 up to M12 and the collar plug has a unique knurled edge for quick and easy removal. Why not click here for free sample and see for yourself how easy it is to use. Thank you James Garnder

DESK CABLE TIDIES

In response to feedback from our customers, we have added to our range of desk cable tidies to include a budget version of the popular 80mm round item. This new style of desk cable tidy is available in a choice of colours has a short lead-time for large orders. You can view details of our full range of desk cable tidies in various sizes, colours and shapes (round, rectangular & oval) on our website. For large orders of the 80mm desk cable tidy – please ring our sales department now to find out what kind of discount can be applied. Thank you James Gardner

New Larger Size Domed Round Tube Insert 76.2mm

Our already extensive range of Domed Round Tube Inserts has now been increased to include a larger size than previously available. Rti1348 is a new item made to suit 76.2mm tubes and offers a cost effective solution when compared to the alternatives made from steel. Domed Round Tube Inserts are available via our website to suit a wide variety of applications and we are stockists of the most popular sizes. We also offer this new size of Domed Round Tube Insert in a range of colours and can even colour match to specific RAL codes – quotations available on request.

Thank you James Gardner

Plastic Dip Moulded Textured Sleeves

This range of Straight Sided Grips from Component Force are a very cost-effective way of finishing off a product with a neat hand grip. The textured finish offers a rubber like feel to the grip. It also provides a better grip than the gloss straight sided grips. Free samples are available from Component Force to try before you buy.

Thank you James Gardner!

Plastic Dip Moulded Sleeves

The plastic dip moulded grips from Component force are available in different materials, including gloss finish, matt finish & textured finish. The material plastic grips are made from is important because it changes the feel of the plastic grip. The plastic grips are the interface between the product and the user making the plastic grips an essential component. The standard PVC material at Component Force has a service temperatures range between - 30°C to + 60°C. Free samples are available upon request from our website: http://www.componentforce.com/

Thank you James Gardner

Safety Wing Reflector

Safety Wing reflectors from Component Force are designed to fit onto bicycles and stick out from the side. The idea is that cars will give bicycles more room when overtaking making it safer for the cyclist. These Safety Wing reflectors are bagged individually in a plastic bag and come complete with a fixing kit.

Thank you James Gardner

Bike Reflector Set

This card packed set of bike reflectors from Component Force comprises of a front & rear bicycle reflector, both with mounting brackets supplied. The front bicycle reflector is white and conforms to the British Standard. The rear bike reflector is red and also conforms to British standards. The other two reflectors included in this pack are clear spoke reflectors. These are ideal for added safety when crossing in front of other vehicles as they reflect light from the sides of the bike. These parts are available from stock click here to view prices and other details.

Thank you James Gardner

H Goggle Rear Bicycle light

A rear bicycle LED light and reflector all in one. The h goggle lights are an innovative bicycle light design as they incorporate the safety of a rear reflector and the convenience of a built in safety light. The LED can be set to flash or steady mode and has a very useful Auto mode where the bicycle light comes on automatically when the light level drops below a set point. The auto mode also comes with a movement sensor ensuring the light only comes on when the bike is moving. This avoids battery going flat when the bicycle light is left in Auto mode in the shed for example.

Thank you James Gardner!

Bicycle Reflectors from Component Force

Component Force is proud to introduce this new range of bike reflectors. The first in this range is the safety H-Rail. Which combines several appealing features. First you have the patenented railsbracket snap-in easy mounting system. Added to this you also have a BS approved reflector and an LED light with steady & flashing modes. This modern easy to mount reflector and light all in one is a great idea an a neat addition to any bike. To buy on line and view avalibility please click here.

Thank you!

James Gardner

Bicycle Lights shine the way forward for Component Force!

From Component Force a new range of LED front lights for bicycles with a single 12 lux LED for extra brightness. This compact, modern and stylish LED front bicycle light is a great addition for any bicycle. The casing is made from cast alloy given it extra strength whilst remaining lightweight. accessories

• Modern design LED Bicycle Light
• These bicycle lights are packed in a smart display box
• Plastic Experts are available for free technical help

Thank you James Gardner

Plastic nuts and bolts

There is a new range of plastic nuts and bolts on the Component Force website. The range includes bolts with a range of different head styles. It also offers a range of plastic nuts from the standard hexagonal plastic nuts to the very useful plastic wing nuts. Below are very useful links to these pages, simply click on the links to see the products available.
Plastic Nuts
Nylon Nuts
Plastic Bolts
Nylon Bolts
Plastic Wing Nuts
Nylon Wing Nuts

Thank you!

James Gardner

PVC & TPR Blanking Grommets Blog

These ranges of Flexible Blanking Plugs are ideal for finishing holes in metal panels. They are Acid-resistant and the TPR range can withstand temperatures between -40˚C and +135˚C. Please click here to view the range of sizes on the Component Force webisite.

Component Force Ltd Blog

Component Force Ltd Blog

This is the official Component Force Blog. Component Force are manufacturer, stockist and distributor of one of the UK largest range of plastic rubber and foam parts. Popular products include plastic caps, rubber caps, vinyl caps, handles, plastic parts, rubber feet, hand grips, foam grips, rubber grips, bicycle grips, masking caps, silicone caps, EPDM caps, chair feet, plastic feet, Castor's, protective netting and more.

The Component Force blog will be updated regularly with news and information for the plastic, rubber and foam industry.

We would welcome any questions or queries that you have for our Plastic Experts! Please click here to email your questions direct to the Plastic Expert blogger.

Please sign up and follow the Component Force blog now so that you receive all the latest updates and news.

Thank you!

Rubber Feet over Plastic Feet which one is better?

These are your typical crutch feet made from rubber and also PVC.

These are our Style B rubber & PVC feet. Some come with a metal washer insert to stop the tubes of chair legs piercing through the rubber or PVC feet.

These are our Hard Plastic feet or Ferrules. They are great for being none marking. They also slide a lot easier on hard floors unlike the rubber ones.

These are our reinforced heavy duty plastic feet. They are great for stools as they have an extra thick base.

Please let me know if you have any comments about which ones you have used and what the results were.

A large range of plastic and rubber feet can be viewed on the Component Force website. Please click here to view the sizes and prices. You can also order free samples online!

Any one for a Cup of Tea?

Please let me know if you would like a free Component Force Mug!

Just send me your address details and i will send you one out.

Everyone loves a good cuppa!

Plastic Netting

Protective Netting is also known as industrial netting, tool netting plastic netting and mesh sleeving. Protective netting is available in the most popular ranges of materials.

The standard duty range is a cost effective option, particularly good for packaging.

The heavy duty option doesn't stretch as much but it of a higher quality.

The High Stretch range is a great choice for covering a large range of sizes with the minimum number of items.

The gas cylinder protection netting is available in popular sizes and cut to length.

We also do a range of drink bottle netting. Drinks bottle netting provides protection for drinks bottles during transportation and is ideal for reducing the damage caused to drinks bottle labels when bottle knock together.

Thank you.

James Gardner.

Southern Manufacturing Show 2009

Southern Manufacturing Show 2009

We have just returned from a great 2 days at the Southern Manufacturing Show. We met with our existing customers, which is always great and also met a lot of new people too.

We offered a large range of our plastic rubber and foam parts in a 'Pick & Mix' style display. We encourage people to take a free Component Force mug and fill it with samples from the stand.

We have booked for next year so will look forward to seeing more people and discussing their requirements then too!

If you met us at the show please leave a comment about us and the stand.

Thank you, James Gardner

Threaded Rubber Feet Blog

Threaded Rubber Feet Blog
Threaded rubber feet are great for machine mounts or equipment mounts as they help to reduce the amount of vibration transmitted from the equipment to the floor or bench etc.

They also offer a greater grip than a standard adjustable foot with a plastic base.

If you are trying to increase the heigh of your product then these threaded rubber feet are great for doing that from a standard product range.

Please let me know if you have any questions about this product.

Thank you.

James Gardner

School Chair Feet Blog

School Chair Feet Blog

Replacing school chairs can be very expensive. The cheaper alternative is to replace the feet. Some of the benefits that schools have found are:-

· Health & Safety – protect students from sharp edges on chair legs
· Eliminate or reduce damage to flooring saving you money
· Reduction in classroom background noise to aid concentration

I heard a report that a child had been seriously injured from a chair leg that didn't have a protective foot in the end of the tube. Because of this I am offering a FREE school chair feet sample pack!

Please contact me and I will send one out to you free of charge.

Thank you. James Gardner

Plastic Hinges

Plastic Hinges

We have just added a new range of plastic hinges to our website.

Please click here to view the link: HINGES

These heavy duty hinges are great for outdoor use as they will not rust or corrode.

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog.

James Gardner

Rubber Washers Blog

Rubber Washers Blog

Why chose rubber washers over nylon washers? One of the reasons would be they offer a greater anti-vibration element to them than the standard nylon washers.

The rubber is a black TPR material. TPR stands for Thermoplastic Rubber and can stand temperature ratings of between +135c to -40c. It also has a good performance rating in resisting strong acids & alkalis. It also has a good resistance to sunlight.

Please let me know any comments you have about these rubber washers and if you have used them before in the past and what you thought of them.

Thank you.

James Gardner

Plastic Caps Blog

Plastic Caps Blog

This style of flexible plastic caps are made using the dip moulding process. This is clearly visible by the tear drop in the centre of the moulding.

There is a large range of different colours and flexibility within this range.

The internal diameter of the flexible plastic caps can range from 1mm up to 600mm and in a range of lengths from 5mm to 750mm long.

There is also a high temperature cap range available with the same dimension. These will withstand temperatures of +200c.

Please feel free to ask questions or comment about this flexible plastic caps blog.

View the range of plastic caps from our website: http://www.componentforce.com/en/category/1/plastic-caps

Thank you.

James Gardner

Plastic Dip Moulding Blog

What is Plastic Dip Moulding?

This Blog on Plastic Dip Moulding is to help you understand the simple process of making Plastic Caps, Hand Grips, Sleeves and Custom mouldings.

The process starts with a "male former" in the shape and size of the inside of the finished mould that is required.

1) This tool or tools are placed into a "pre-heat" oven and bought up to a set temperature over a set period of time.

2) The tools are then dipped into a bath of liquid PVC plastic to a set length. The tools then dwell in the bath of liquid PVC for a set amount of time and then removed from the tank at a set speed.

3) The tools are placed into the "cure" oven at a set temperature for a set amount of time. This stage is the most sensitive stage as it will cure the plastic parts so that they do not rip or tare once they have cooled down which is the 4th process.

4) The cooling stage is done immersing the tools (now coated in plastic) to a set length for a set amount of time in a bath of cool water.

5) To remove the plastic moulds from the tools is done by using a high pressure airline. The operator directs the air between the tool and the plastic mould and the parts slide off into a catch net or gloved hand.

6) The plastic parts are then placed into cooling trays before being bagged or boxed.
The process sounds simple and it is, although there is a real art and skill to getting it correct day in day out.

If you have any comments or questions on the plastic dip moulding blog please feel free to submit them.

Thank you, James Gardner

What is the Plastic Expert Blog all about?

I have created this Plastic Expert Blog to enable people who have questions about Plastic moulding and Plastic Components to submit their questions for free advice.

I have a wealth of personal experience in the industry and would welcome the challenge to use my knowledge and my fellow experts out there to answer your questions.

Feel free to ask any questions at the Plastic Expert Blog about Plastic, Rubber of Foam mouldings and Components. No question is to silly.

I will try to answer all question as quickly as possible.

Thank you for visiting the Plastic Expert Blog.

James Gardner