Polyurethane is a unique material that combines the elasticity of rubber with the toughness and durability of metal. Because urethane is available in a broad spectrum—from sponge soft to iron hard—it allows engineers to replace rubber, plastic, and metal with a superior option that offers excellent abrasion resistance and physical properties. Prothane Inc., one of the leading manufacturing companies in Milton, Ontario, provides custom polyurethane products, such as urethane sheets, rods, rolls, and tubes.
Sean McTear, the President of Prothane Inc., takes pride in their innovative products. “We create what you need, from sketch, to solidworks design to mold making to completing custom urethane parts,” he states. Some remarkable physical properties of castable polyurethane include:
• Excellent abrasion resistance;
• Excellent tear strength;
• Excellent machining properties;
• Good electrical properties;
• Heat and cold resistant;
• High load-bearing capacity;
• Longer wear life;
• Oil and solvent resistant;
• Self-lubricating properties; and
• Wide range of coefficient of friction.
Since 1965, Prothane Inc. has specialized in the custom manufacture of polyurethane products, operating out of a 12,000 square foot facility equipped with state-of-the-art machinery. They employ 11 specialists in urethane manufacturing, mold making, machining, and customer service. Their diverse range of castable polyurethane formulas has been developed to meet the specialized needs of customers in various sectors, including automotive plants, manufacturing, mining, pipeline, and water and waste treatment. They also cater to local communities by supplying products to small “mom and pop” stores. Prothane Inc. can assist in every phase of developing superior polyurethane parts. In scenarios where metal, rubber, or other materials are put under environmental stress, custom urethane parts can significantly reduce maintenance costs. For example, Prothane 129 Polyurethane has been shown to outlast metal parts by a ratio of up to 10 to 1. By analyzing the original part and understanding its application, Prothane Inc. offers custom molding and individualized quality control. With a vast product portfolio and the capability to provide custom manufacturing of polyurethane products, they continue to expand to meet the needs of customers from coast to coast.
