Fun Fact #5
The final landmark in the early history of rubber was the discovery of vulcanization by Charles Goodyear.
The final landmark in the early history of rubber was the discovery of vulcanization by Charles Goodyear.
At Prescott Instruments, we always support you all the way by supplying a wide range of parts for our own products, and for other rubber testing equipment. Here we introduce to you the all-new long life seals that operate to the best standards with an extended service life, ensuring high performance, and reducing maintenance time […]
Today more than 90% of the natural rubber supply comes from Southeast Asia.
It has been officially confirmed that polymer banknotes are to enter our lives from 2016. The first polymer note to be produced is on a £5 note featuring Sir Winston Churchill, followed by a £10 version approximately a year later which is planned to display Jane Austen. The Bank of England’s Executive Director for Banking […]
The all new Mooneyline Mini Viscometer Lite has been built on the Mooneyline Viscometer range that has been sold worldwide for many years. Due to the vast advancements in rubber testing, Prescott Instruments have taken the opportunity to expand their Mooneyline range, adding a new and cost effective Mooneyline Mini Viscometer Lite to their instrument […]
In England, Joseph Priestley, best known for his discovery of oxygen, noted that pencil marks could be “rubbed out” by the substance. From this early use, rubber derived its name.
Sample preparation of sections of natural and synthetic rubber bales is made simple and safe with Prescott Instrument’s Bale Cutter. Ideal for laboratory applications, this pneumatic system operates via a two-handed operation. This instrument features a roll conveyor to assist you with positioning the bale and a set section size can be achieved when you […]
The first rubber paving to reduce traffic road noise was made in 1870 in London in front of the St Pancras hotel not to disturb the travellers.
Here at Prescott Instruments we have the equipment you need. Ensure your testing is reliable and consistent with our parts and spares. Our quality range is sure to support you throughout your testing process. Did you know that we can supply you with heaters, rotors, dies, seal plates, and Melinex and Dartek film, for not […]
The automotive area accounts for 65% of rubber production, with parts and components such as windscreen wipers, engine mountings, window seals, fan belts, etc.