What is a grommet used for? Though they may seem similar (as each is a ring-shaped rubber component), grommet uses are far different than what an o-ring is used for. Beyond their common shape and use of similar materials, they differ in design and utility. In other words, just because they look the same doesn’t… Read more »
Different types of rubber grommets are commonly used in various applications to protect, isolate, seal, dampen, cushion, or secure items that pass through a hole or opening, or contact each other. A small, yet essential component, grommets are typically made from a variety of rubber materials. Silicone grommets or neoprene grommets, for example, are different… Read more »
Any boot or shoe manufacturer can tell you what an essential piece of hardware the rubber grommet is. Used to reinforce boot and sneaker lace holes, the rubber grommet is a hot commodity to manufacturers not only in the shoewear industry but many others like the automotive and electrical industries. For many business owners, the old… Read more »
Due to the many home renovation and decor shows on television, Do It Yourself (DIY) projects have become extremely popular. DIY projects allow you to complete smaller, more simple projects on your own instead of waiting for a professional. One simple product can help you fulfill a number of projects around the house: the rubber… Read more »
If you’re like most Americans, you live in a house with lots of electronics. Even if you aren’t a technology enthusiast, it’s likely that you own appliances like a toaster, blender, microwave, television, blow dryer, DVD player, and plenty of lamps to keep the house well lit. While all of these products offer their own… Read more »
However common they may seem, grommets serve a wide range of applications. Grommets of all sizes can be found in common items from the hole you feed your shoelaces through to the metal rings on your shower curtain to electrical wires. Whether a grommet is made of rubber, plastic, or metal, it serves a dual… Read more »
You may already know that grommets have many important uses but did you know that there are several types of grommets that differ in uses and advantages? New England’s rubber manufacturing experts at Manufacturer’s Rubber & Supply are here to educate you on the excitement and beauty of working with rubber grommets. From reducing damaging… Read more »
