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Text Box: Product Failure Analysis We investigate any product failures to determine root cause whether design, process or materials related. Examples of our work include failure of under floor heating modules, warping of resin car panels, deformation of nuclear power station cables. Product Design Involve us in your design process and we can pinpoint issues before they become problems. We can provide expert advice or using finite element stress analysis we can model your product and highlight potential areas of concern. Materials Testing We can carry out a range of testing and inspection in house or we can act as independent witnesses or testers at your premises. We also offer a wider range of testing services through our associates. Materials Selection Our materials expertise covers the full range of materials from traditional rubber materials through to more exotic Engineering materials such as PEEK and PPS. We can help you

Text Box: make the right selection early in your design process or we can help you identify alternative sources. Compound Formulation & Recipe Advice We can provide expert advice on a wide range of plastic and rubber recipes including recipe optimization, cost reduction, alternative sources and performance improvement. We have particular expertise in rubber, PVC, fire retardant recipes, moisture cure and radiation cured materials. Research & Development Programmes We can conduct research programmes on your behalf, initiate joint development programmes with a range of sources or assist with in house developments either as part of a team or as expert individuals. Process Improvement Do you have in house process issues and problems to resolve? We can help your processes run smoother and faster. Our expert knowledge in materials and materials processing can provide your

Text Box: Vendor Assessments & Purchase specifications Companies use us to conduct technical audits of their supply base and provide expert opinions on security and quality of supply. In addition we can produce and manage your purchase specifications or help

Text Box: strengthen the technical role of your purchasing teams. Expert Witness In litigation cases or insurance claims we can act as an expert witness for all materials. Examples of our work include insurance claims as a result of

Text Box: cable damage caused by construction accidents. Trade Association Representation Does your business belong to a trade association but you find it difficult to dedicate the time to the necessary technical

· Product Failure Analysis

· Materials Testing

· Materials Selection

· Customer Technical Support

· Product Design

· Inspection Services

· Expert Witness

· Trade Association Representation

· Research & Development

· Process Improvement

· Fire Performance Technology

· Environmental, COSHH & Quality Advice

· Compound Formulation

· Vendor Assessments

· Purchase Specifications

· Tailored Training

Bayworth Plastics & Rubber Ltd.

Consulting Engineers to the Polymer Industry

Bayworth Plastics and Rubber Limited is a specialist polymer consulting company offering a wide range of technical services to manufacturing industry, the service industry and individuals. The field of plastics and rubber is constantly expanding and we cover the chemical industry, marine industry, automotive industry, accident investigation, cable, construction, household goods and many more. We can offer tailor made services for your business but our primary activities are detailed below.