The World of Rubber Bands

 

Hagenauer+Denk has been manufacturing custom-made rubber bands from natural and synthetic rubber at its headquarters in Immenstadt for decades. We can competently meet requests for rubber bands with special technical properties from the industrial, packaging, advertising, medical technology and pharmaceutical sectors. Our standard range includes latex-free and food-safe rubber bands as well as rubber rings with UV protection or individual printing.

We know how to provide uncomplicated answers to our customers' different needs for technical rubber. With our modern production facilities, we can supply custom rubber bands with the properties you require in various colors, diameters and cutting widths to order and with short notice. And our synthetic rubber products emerge as a top performer, ready to take on the elements.

» Key Take Aways about Rubber Bands «

By our Expert Sebastian Gropper

  • H+D has been manufacturing rubber bands in Germany for over 60 years.
  • Our manufacturing expertise includes all types of rubber bands made of natural and synthetic rubber in various diameters, colors and widths.
  • We also offer our customers latex-free (H+D LatexFree®) and weather/temperature-resistant rubber bands (H+D LongLife®).
  • Do you want food-safe rubber bands in accordance with FDA standards? No problem for us.
  • As we always have a variety of different rubber tubings in stock for you, we can produce custom rubber bands - even in small quantities within a few days.
  • Our individually printed rubber bands Infostraps provide real added value for product identification and marketing.
  • Rubber pallet bands in various colors and sizes support internal pallet securing and labeling.
Natural Rubber Bands, colored
Consumer / Food
Natural Rubber: Rubber Bands, Colored
We sell ideas that stretch! Our natural rubber bands are high quality rubber bands manufactured in a large number of sizes and colors. We produce any rubber band specification from 10 kg within a very short lead time.
Natural Rubber Bands, black
Consumer / Industry
Natural Rubber: Rubber Bands, black
H+D processes first grade natural rubber to produce highly esthetical, durable rubber bands in black color. Buy black rubber bands in an extensive range of diameters and widths directly from the manufacturer!
Non-Latex Rubber Bands: H+D LatexFree
Medical / Pharma
H+D LatexFree®: Rubber Bands, non-latex
H+D LatexFree® rubber bands contain no natural rubber proteins and thus help to avoid allergic reactions. Non-latex rubber bands are recommended for pharmaceutical or medical applications or where allergic reactions are unknown. Latex free rubber bands are available in various colors and sizes.
Synthetic Rubber Bands and Rubber Tubings: H+D LongLife
Automotive / Industry
H+D LongLife®: Rubber Bands, synthetic
H+D LongLife® rubber bands are made from synthetic rubber called EPDM. They are resistent to many environmental influences such as UV, ozone, acids and temperature. All our synthetic rubber bands are manufactured custom in various diameters and cutting widths. Very short lead time!
Silicone Rubber Bands
Medical / Pharma / Industry
Silicone Rubber Bands
H+D Silicone is an ideal elastomer for use in hundreds of applications throughout the industry. H+D is specialized in producing small and large lots of extruded silicone using application-specific compounds. We develop unique recipes relevant to the end use of the product with specific durometer, color, and performance characteristics.
Printed Rubber Bands: InfoStraps
Promotion / Events / Food
InfoStraps: Rubber Bands, imprinted
H+D InfoStraps are imprinted rubber bands to personalize promotions and packaging. Let us develop innovative solutions for your next campaign by creating an unique printed rubber band that will exceed your expectations. Imprinted rubber bands stretch your ideas!
Industrial Rubber Pallet Bands / Rubber Mover Bands
Warehouse / Transport
Pallet Rubber Bands
Pallet bands are oversized rubber bands. They are economical and easy to use and secure all types of pallets during in-bound transport and storage. Pallet bands are ribbed for extra holding power, reusable and available in many sizes and colors.
File Bands: X-Bands
Consumer / Office / Government
X-Bands: File Bands
X-Bands are extreme file bands made from synthetic rubber. File bands secure catalogs, folders and magazines as well as frozen food packs or litter box liners. With their extreme elasticity file bands adapt to almost every product surface. File bands are available in different colors.
Rubber Bands for Medical and Healthcare Equipment / PPE
Healthcare / Industry
Rubber Bands for Healthcare Equipment / PPE
The supply of rubber bands for personal protective equipment (PPE) such as medical masks and face shields is our top priority. H+D produces rubber bands and rubber strips in natural and in synthetic rubber H+D LatexFree® for a perfect fit.

Why Use Rubber Bands?

Sebastian Gropper

Pros Rubber Bands

Thanks to their excellent stretch properties, rubber bands are suitable for all applications where products need to be bundled, fixed, assembled or closed.
Even after an individual part has been removed, rubber bands continue to hold a bunch of products together.
The adhesive structure of the surface prevents the rubber band from slipping or parts falling out.
Natural rubber comes from renewable raw materials and can be 100% recycled or even composted.
Synthetic rubber prevents allergies and has special properties, such as UV resistance.
Rubber bands can be reused.

Cons Rubber Bands

The tensioning force of the straps may not be sufficient for bundling heavy products.
Continuous manual tensioning of rubber bands can lead to wrist problems.

Our product range of rubber bands Made in Germany

Rubber bands made from natural rubber

Natural rubber rings

Rely on nature!

Natural rubber is obtained from the latex sap of the rubber tree. For centuries, the tree bark has been scratched and the white sap collected in containers and then processed further. Rubber bands made from natural rubber are therefore based on a renewable raw material, are environmentally friendly and even compostable.

EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
H+D sources its natural rubber exclusively from cultivation areas in Southeast Asia that meet the strict requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation.

Rubber bands made of natural rubber are versatile: they are suitable for all applications where products need to be fixed, bundled, sealed or packaged. The adhesive surface of the rubber prevents slippage. And thanks to its natural elasticity, individual parts can be removed from a bundle without the rest falling apart.

H+D only uses high-quality rubber without fillers for its production. The rubber content is 98 %. This highly tear-resistant quality is also known as pale crepe quality. Thanks to a shore hardness (elasticity) of 40° to 50°, our elastic bands are pleasant to work with and prevent carpal tunnel syndrome.

 

 

Black rubber bands

Black is beautiful

Black elastic bands give your products a striking, exclusive look that is clearly different from the usual natural brown or red colors. This elastic band is therefore used especially for fixing and bundling high-quality goods in the technical and consumer sectors.

Black rubber bands are made from 98% natural rubber and are dyed black during processing. The color is opaque and virtually abrasion-resistant. The color additive also makes the rubber band more resistant to ageing.

Brought to perfect gloss

Some talcum is always produced when cutting rubber sleeves. The rubber bands are cleaned by washing them in light soapy water, giving them a deep, sharp color and an attractive shine. We use industrial washing and drying machines for this purpose. Another point: only by washing do we meet the strict requirements of the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration).

We manufacture black rubber bands in accordance with DIN 7715 in diameters of 40 mm, 60 mm, 80 mm, 100 mm, 120 mm and 160 mm.

Rubber rings black

 

 

Food-safe rubber bands H+D LatexFree®

Rubber rings food-safe and latex-free

Safety in the food and hygiene sector

'Food-safe' refers to certain properties of packaging materials that come into contact with food. This also applies to the properties of rubber products when they are used to bundle fruit and vegetables, but also in conjunction with meat and dairy products. H+D has a solution for this: H+D LatexFree®. Because we only use food-safe materials in our production, we can issue a safety certificate for all H+D LatexFree® products and guarantee that they are food-safe.

Latex-free rubber bands

As food-safe rubber bands are made from synthetic rubber, they are automatically latex-free. The isoprenes are produced synthetically and demonstrably without latex. Latex-free rubber bands are preferably used in pharmaceutical and medical industries. They prevent latex allergies during use.


Finally, we can certify that all H+D LatexFree® rubber bands can be sterilized and irradiated using an autoclave. And compliance with the US regulation FDA 21 CFR Part: 177.2600 is also guaranteed.

 

 

 

UV-resistant rubber bands H+D LongLife® : maximum resistance to ageing

This synthetic rubber has almost unlimited resistance to ageing:

  • UV and ozone resistance:
    H+D LongLife® is resistant to UV radiation and various gases, such as ozone. Permanent outdoor use of the UV-resistant rubber bands is therefore possible without loss of elasticity or tear resistance.

  • Weather resistance:
    Thanks to its special structure, H+D LongLife® is resistant to extreme climatic conditions, dirt, salt water and extreme temperatures. This guarantees reliable function, especially in outdoor applications.

  • Chemical and oil resistance:
    H+D LongLife® impresses with its resistance to many acids, alkalis, esters, ketones, alcohol and various oils. This significantly extends the range of applications.

  • Free from latex:
    Due to the absence of latex proteins, H+D LongLife® can also be used wherever latex allergies must be avoided, e.g. for applications in the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors.
Rubber bands UV-resistant, temperature-resistant

 

 

Maximum flexibility with H+D Silikon® rubber bands

Silicone rubber rings

H+D Silicone®: an universal material

H+D Silicone® is an extremely versatile material that is used successfully in almost all technical areas. Its excellent resistance to heat, frost, UV radiation, ozone, oil, various chemicals, salt water and much more make silicone rubber bands an universal and reliable aid for packaging, fixing, bundling and marketing.

Food-safe
As the material we use is food-safe, H+D Silikon® rubber belts can also be used in food applications without limitation.

Latex-free
Silicone rubber bands are also safe to use in the pharmaceutical and medical technology sectors, as our synthetic rubber is free from latex proteins. Latex allergies are practically eliminated with H+D Silikon®.

In-house production
As the design options for silicone rubber bands can vary in terms of their exact specification, color, elasticity and shape, H+D Silikon® rubber bands are manufactured to order. The delivery time is 2 to 3 weeks.

 

 

Rubber bands with imprint: H+D InfoStraps

We add excitement to your products!

Our printed rubber bands H+D Infostraps are your trusted and smart advertising ambassadors for many product applications, events or technical usage. In general, rubber bands reliably hold together what belongs together thanks to their good grip and extreme stretch properties.

Printing gives rubber bands an additional individual and exclusive touch. The printing ink is applied to the rubber band using a special printing process that is durable and virtually abrasion-proof.

A wide range of band colors and printing inks are available. Band colors in gold, silver or fluorescent are also possible. Printing can be done on one or two sides as well as in one or two colors.

We supply printed rubber bands from an order quantity of 1000 pieces.

Wristbands: printed wristbands and admission wristbands!

Use our H+D Infostraps not only as fashionable accessories, but also for secure access management at events! Exclusive VIP zones can be easily controlled by choosing different print and band colors. H+D Infostraps are food-safe, latex-free and therefore kind to the skin.

Printed rubber bands

Frequently asked questions

Your expert advisor

Sebastian Gropper

Verkauf - Verpackungsmaterial
Tel. +49 8323 96600

What is a rubber band?

»Rubber bands are very elastic, mostly thin caoutchouc bands in the shape of a ring. They are cut from rubber tubes in strips of different widths. Their cross section is therefore rectangular, in contrast to sealing rings, which have a round cross section. A distinction is made between rubber rings made of natural rubber and synthetic rubber. The former have an elasticity of up to 750%, are mostly safe for use in food and come from a renewable raw material (rubber tree). Synthetic rubbers have an elasticity of up to 350% and can fulfill certain properties, such as oil resistance or UV stability. They are produced petrochemically.«

What is the minimum order quantity?

»The minimum order quantity for rubber bands made from natural rubber and from non-latex rubber is 10 kg per size. For Fashion and Premium Colors the minimum order quantity is 50 kg. H+D LongLife® rubber bands should be ordered in lots of 1.000 or 3.000 pieces, depending on the size.«

Why can't I order smaller quantities?

»H+D offers an enormous range of different sizes, qualities and colors. In addition, each order is custom. For an economical order processing, we need the quoted minimum order quantities.«

Why is there such a big price difference for rubber bands in the market?

»Standard rubber band sizes, often combined with a low rubber content of only 60 %, are produced as mass articles in South East Asia and imported by traders. All other sizes can either not be delivered at all or are produced with a lead time of up to 4 months.
H+D manufactures rubber bands in individual sizes, outstanding qualities and various colors already from 10 kg. We do this in a very short delivery time. If needed, the rubber bands are also washed and packed to meet pharmaceutical standards. For this reason, our production cost is higher than that of a standard import product.«

How long is the delivery time?

»The delivery time for most qualities and sizes is 3 to 8 work days. For printed rubber bands InfoStraps please allow approx. 3 weeks for order processing.«

Are rubber bands suitable for contact with food?

»H+D rubber bands made from natural rubber as well as all H+D LatexFree® rubber bands and InfoStraps are suitable for contact with food and thus conform to relevant standards.«

Which rubber band has the highest yield per kg?

»The rubber band made from natural rubber is the most economical. Since it is manufactured without weight increasing fillers, you get the highest yield per kg. All colored and black natural rubber bands also have a high count per kg. H+D LatexFree® and H+D LongLife® rubber bands are manufactured from synthetical rubber and are thus more costly.«

How is a rubber band properly stored?

»Please store rubber bands dry, protected from light at about 20° C.«

How much is the elongation of a rubber band?

»Natural rubber bands stretch to approx. 750 %, non-latex and all other synthetic rubber bands stretch to approx. 350 %.«

What is a rubber band made out of?

»Natural rubber bands are made of the milky solloid from rubber trees, called latex. They are composable and recycable and have an excellent haptics. In the production process chemicals, such as caoutchouc oil, sulfur, zinc oxide as well as certain fillers are added. Specialty rubber bands are made petrochemically. They have outstanding qualities in terms of stretch, allergic reactions, age or UV. Most of H+D rubber bands are safe for use in food or food packaging according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).«

How many rubber bands are in a pound?

»Our natural rubber band has a specific gravity < 1 and is the best value rubber band. It has the highest yield per pound. Colored rubber bands have a little less bands in a pound, as some weight increasing fillers are used. As an example, a natural rubber band 60 mm Ø x 8 mm cut width x 1 mm wall thickness has approx. 1100 rubber bands/pound. The same rubber band in red or black has approx. 880 rubber bands/pound.«

Do rubber bands have latex in them?

»All natural rubber bands have latex in them, as they are made from the natural latex of the rubber tree. Some people are affected by latex allergy reactions. To avoid those reactions, H+D has developed a non-latex rubber band, made of synthetic caoutchouc, i.e. a synthetic compound isoprene. For more information about our latex free rubber bands, see H+D LatexFree®.«

How do you measure the size of a rubber band?

»Rubber bands are measured via three dimensions: diameter/flat length, cut width and wall thickness. If you are not sure how to measure the size of your favorite rubber band, please check our chart under "Terminology".«

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