RUBBER TESTING LAB
About ARP
Our Commitment
We turn tyres and rubber waste into high-performance materials with our advanced Functionalized Micronized Rubber Powder (FMRP) technology.
Alongside our R&D, we offer rubber testing and formulation services driving sustainable material innovation and resource efficiency while minimizing environmental impact throughout the rubber lifecycle.
Our Expertise
Functionalized Micronized Rubber Powders (FMRP) Development
Performance meets sustainable innovation
We are revolutionizing the rubber industry through sustainable innovation, transforming end-of-life tires and rubber waste into high-performance materials that drive the circular economy. Our FMRP technology enables seamless reintegration of recycled rubber into new compounds without compromising quality or performance. By enhancing interfacial bonding and compatibility through advanced functionalization, we deliver durable, efficient, and sustainable solutions for both tyre and non-tyre applications.
Rubber testing laboratory
Performance analysis
As independent lab we provide rubber compounding and mechanical testing services in a precision and consistent way. Focussing on key mechanical and dynamic properties including tensile strength, tear resistance, hardness, abrasion, and aging behavior, delivering the data for performance validation.
Compounding
Compound formulation
We design, optimize and test rubber formulations tailored to your performance needs. Our lab delivers precise and reliable data on key mechanical properties optimizing durability, efficiency, and sustainability in every compound.
Consultancy services
Technical advisory
We provide independent consultancy services for rubber innovation, offering research partnership opportunities and innovative solutions to accelerate the development of sustainable circular rubber materials. Our expertise ensures that your company operates at the forefront of circular material innovation.
ARP Insights
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30+
Years of Experience
10+
Circular Materials Evaluated
250+
Tests Completed
Laboratory services
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Compounding and mixing
We formulate and mix rubber compounds under controlled conditions to evaluate the influence of raw materials, fillers, and processing aids on final compound performance.
2
Particle size analysis
We determine particle size distribution of fillers and rubber powders using standardized sieve analysis methods to assess size classification and its relevance for processing behavior.
3
Tensile & tear strength, modulus, elongation
Mechanical properties are determined by subjecting rubber specimens to controlled tension until failure, according to relevant ISO and ASTM standards, providing reliable data on strength, elasticity, and tear properties.
4
Hardness
Shore A hardness testing determines the resistance of a rubber surface to indentation using standardized Shore scales, providing a primary indicator of material stiffness, consistency, and vulcanization state.
5
Abrasion resistance
Abrasion resistance testing quantifies material loss due to friction under standardized conditions, providing insight into wear behavior and durability for rubber materials used in high-friction applications.
6
Compression set
Compression set testing evaluates the ability of rubber to recover its original thickness after prolonged exposure to constant compressive stress at defined temperatures and times, providing critical insight into elastic recovery and sealing performance.
7
Accelerated aging
Thermal ageing tests assess material degradation and long-term stability by measuring changes in mechanical properties after exposure to elevated temperatures, providing insight into the rubber’s resistance to oxidative and thermal ageing.
8
Electrical properties
We measure volume resistivity and surface resistivity to characterize the insulating or conductive behavior of rubber materials, defining their suitability for electrical and antistatic applications.
9
Ash content determination
Ash content analysis quantifies the inorganic residue remaining after complete combustion of organic components, supporting material identification, verification of filler loading, and assessment of material purity and contamination.
Client Stories
"Flexible team, fast turnaround and clear communication, good understanding of rubber applications."
Tyre recycling company
"Useful insights when working with different rubber types." "Clear and straightforward test results."
Sustainable filler producer
