Elastomeric Valve Components. Worth Making or Just Buy?

Technical Expertise

Manufacturing elastomeric valve components requires specialized knowledge, although they may seem like relatively straightforward parts, there are little nuances in them that make both the design and manufacturing of these valves a speciality on its own.

Different use cases call for different types of valves, sizes, materials, designs, etc. Working together with a partner that has excellent knowlegde of the subject usually delivers a better result in less time at a lower cost.

In most cases elastomer valves can be quite critical to the application or project. An expert can support you in this process and make sure you get everything working as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Unsure whether a valve expert can be of any assistance? Just get in touch with Minivalve for an initial chat about what we can do. Or maybe first dive into our valve school knowledge base to learn all about little elastomeric check valves.

Cost & Investment

Once the design is finalized, the next step would be to setup manufacturing. Just like any precision part, elastomeric valves require extensive investments in tools and labor in addition to a rigid quality control process which focusses on making parts with 0 defects both in form and functionality.

Working together with a partner that already has this knowledge can be a significant reduction in both time and risk spent on the project.

With Minivalve’s vertical integration approach you ensure you are working with a partner that has it all in-house. from concept design and tooling production to molding and finishing. With a state-of-the-art flow test lab, a high-precision tool shop, and rapid prototyping capabilities, we can deliver custom, or catalog valves faster than companies can set up their own manufacturing. Plus, we can scale production as needed. Want to see our factory in action? Learn more here.

Quality Control

Some industries have strict regulations when it comes to valve quality. If you manufacture in-house, you have direct control over materials, design, and production. But if you buy, you must rely on the supplier’s quality assurances and certifications.

Quality is our second highest priority at Minivalve (after Safety). Our team takes ownership of every step of the process, ensuring our valves meet the highest standards. We’re ISO 9001 certified for industry and IATF 16949 certified for automotive applications. Read more about our Quality System here.

Final Thoughts

When deciding whether to make or buy, you need to weigh quality, cost, speed, and expertise. If you’re interested in working with Minivalve as your valve manufacturer or just want to learn more, we’d love to chat. Get in touch with us today!