What We Do In Aberdeen
Manufacturing
The Aberdeen hub serves as Rubberatkins’ original and primary manufacturing base, offering:
- High-capacity microprocessor‑controlled molding presses (up to 1.25 × 1.25 m) for rubber and thermoplastic components
- SCADA-controlled systems ensuring 100% repeatability across injection molding operations
- Bonding capabilities for rubber-to-metal and rubber-to-plastic components (e.g. PEEK, nylon, PTFE)
- 24-hour production schedules with in-house tool manufacturing and full inspection facility including visual inspection, CMM, and 3D scanning for dimensional verification and batch traceability
Research & Development
- Custom material formulation and compound development conducted on-site via a dedicated R&D lab and mixing test facilities
- Extensive product testing and validation workflows, including finite element analysis (FEA), CAD design integration, and qualification procedures tailored to regulated applications
Coverage & Support
- Since its founding in 1988, the Aberdeen site has remained the global heart of Rubberatkins’ capability supplying products worldwide to oil & gas, semiconductor, aerospace, and high-tech sectors
- The company earned the King’s Award for Enterprise (International Trade category, 2025) in recognition of its global export excellence sending products to over 50 countries
- Recent expansions include acquisition of additional acreage and multi‑million-pound investment in premises and lab equipment supporting new molding lines, bigger bonded‑component production, and expanded testing capabilities
Why choose Rubberatkins Aberdeen
- Unmatched vertical integration: from patent‑protected material technology to in-house design, molding, inspection, and testing all under ISO 9001:2015 quality certification
- Innovative materials: development of high-performance proprietary elastomers (e.g. Vermanite®, Sulfanite®, Dissolvanite®, etc.) that handle extreme temperatures and harsh chemicals
- Award‑winning global sourcing: Recognised by the King’s Award as a world-leading exporter and provider of expertise from a single UK base
How Rubberatkins Aberdeen helps your business
- Rapid prototyping and validation: R&D in-house means fast turnaround from design to validation, with full traceability and regulatory documentation.
- Flexible, bespoke manufacturing: Capable of large-format and bonded-component production tailored to client-specific geometries and materials needs.
- Sustainable & reliable: The site is carbon-neutral, powered by its own wind turbine and solar installations, and designed to today’s energy and environmental standards.
Rubberatkins at a glance
| Area | Key Capability |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | High-capacity molding, bonded components, 24/7 operation, in-house toolmaking |
| R&D & Engineering | Material formulation, CAD, FEA, mixing labs |
| Quality & Testing | ISO 9001:2015 certified, full inspection, CMM, 3D scan |
| Global Reach | Exports to 57+ countries and in 2025 became King’s Award honoree for international trade. |
| Sustainability | Carbon-neutral site with renewables and eco construction |
Interested in partnering with Rubberatkins Aberdeen?
For advanced elastomer or thermoplastic solutions developed and manufactured from our Aberdeen HQ, reach out to the Rubberatkins team to initiate technical scoping, materials trials, custom design, and qualification workflows.