Where Does the Black Rubber for Bushings Come From?

Episode 297: Have you ever wondered how they make the black rubber used in bushings, airbags, and other suspension parts? Matthew Perkins, Director of Sales for North America at Mansons, spoke to us at AAPEX 2023. Mansons is a unique company in the heavy-duty industry because they’ve chosen to vertically integrate. Controlling all aspects of its supply chain allows the company to be resistant to the hiccups we’ve seen since the pandemic, such as raw materials shortages and transportation issues. After the interview at AAPEX, Jamie and Diana further researched rubber production. Join us as we learn the steps involved in rubber production, from raw rubber tree sap to formulation and vulcanization. This discussion about the importance of partnering with reputable companies in the industry offers a goldmine of strategies that will help you choose the best suppliers for your needs and lower your customers’ total cost of operation. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Sponsors of this Episode FinditParts: Are you looking to purchase heavy-duty parts and get your commercial vehicle repaired? Get access to the largest source of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in the United States and Canada. Buy your parts from FinditParts.com Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, The Heavy Duty Parts Report may receive a commission. Special Offer: Sign up for our weekly email so you never miss out on an episode: Follow the Show