What are plastic end caps. How do they protect tubing and pipes. Which materials are used for plastic caps. What are the different styles of end caps available. How to choose the right plastic cap for your application.
Understanding Plastic End Caps: Purpose and Applications
Plastic end caps are essential components in various industries, providing protection and finishing touches to tubing, pipes, and rods. These small but crucial accessories serve multiple purposes, from safeguarding sensitive ends during shipping to enhancing the aesthetics of finished products.
Key Functions of Plastic End Caps
- Protection against dust, debris, and moisture
- Prevention of damage during transportation
- Aesthetic finishing for metal products and displays
- Safety enhancement by covering sharp edges
Why are plastic end caps so versatile? Their adaptability stems from the wide range of materials and designs available, allowing them to cater to diverse applications across industries.
Materials Used in Plastic End Cap Manufacturing
The choice of material for plastic end caps significantly influences their performance and suitability for specific applications. Two primary materials dominate the market:
PVC Vinyl End Caps
PVC vinyl end caps are prized for their flexibility and cushioning properties. These characteristics make them ideal for:
- Mailing tube caps
- Shipping protectors
- Dust covers
- Finishing caps on point-of-purchase displays
How do PVC vinyl end caps outperform other materials? Their soft nature allows for easy application and secure fit, while providing excellent protection against impacts and abrasions.
Polyethylene End Caps
Polyethylene end caps offer a more rigid solution, suitable for applications requiring durability and strength. These caps excel as:
- Simple dust covers
- Robust shipping protectors
- Long-term storage solutions
When should you opt for polyethylene over PVC vinyl? Consider polyethylene caps when dealing with heavier items or in environments where a firmer protective barrier is necessary.
Styles and Shapes of Plastic End Caps
The versatility of plastic end caps extends to their shapes and designs, catering to various tubing and pipe configurations. Let’s explore the main styles available:
Round End Caps
Round end caps are the most common and versatile option, suitable for circular tubing, pipes, and rods. They come in a wide range of sizes to fit virtually any diameter.
Rectangular and Square End Caps
For angular tubing and bars, rectangular and square end caps provide a perfect fit. These caps are designed to cover the most common sizes of square tubing and rectangular bar stock.
Angle End Caps
Specialized angle end caps are available for angle bar stock, ensuring complete coverage and protection for these unique profiles.
EZ Removal Pipe Caps
Designed with ergonomic features, EZ removal pipe caps facilitate quick and easy removal, making them ideal for high-volume assembly line components.
How do EZ removal caps differ from standard caps? They incorporate special tabs or tear-away designs that allow for effortless removal without compromising protection during use.
Selecting the Right Plastic End Cap for Your Application
Choosing the appropriate plastic end cap involves considering several factors to ensure optimal performance and protection. Here are key considerations to guide your selection:
- Material compatibility: Ensure the cap material is compatible with your tubing or pipe material.
- Size and fit: Measure your tubing or pipe accurately to select the correct cap size.
- Environmental factors: Consider temperature, humidity, and exposure to chemicals in your application.
- Duration of use: Determine whether the caps are for temporary shipping protection or long-term storage.
- Removal requirements: For frequent access, consider EZ removal options.
How can you ensure a perfect fit? Always refer to the manufacturer’s sizing charts and, when in doubt, request samples for testing before placing a large order.
Custom Plastic End Caps: Tailoring Solutions to Unique Needs
While stock options cover a wide range of applications, some situations call for custom-designed plastic end caps. Custom solutions offer several advantages:
- Precise fit for non-standard sizes
- Specific material properties (durometer, color, thickness)
- Unique shapes or features for specialized applications
- Branding opportunities through color-matching or logo imprinting
When should you consider custom end caps? If standard options don’t meet your specific requirements or if you need large quantities of a particular design, exploring custom solutions can be both cost-effective and performance-enhancing.
Innovations in Plastic End Cap Technology
The field of plastic end caps continues to evolve, with new technologies and materials enhancing their capabilities. Recent innovations include:
Antimicrobial Additives
Some manufacturers now offer end caps with built-in antimicrobial properties, ideal for medical and food processing applications.
Enhanced UV Resistance
For outdoor applications, UV-resistant formulations help extend the lifespan of plastic end caps exposed to sunlight.
Eco-Friendly Materials
As sustainability becomes a priority, biodegradable and recycled plastic options are emerging in the end cap market.
How are these innovations shaping the future of plastic end caps? By addressing specific industry challenges and environmental concerns, these advancements are expanding the applications and improving the overall performance of plastic end caps.
Maintenance and Care of Plastic End Caps
Proper maintenance of plastic end caps can significantly extend their lifespan and ensure continued effectiveness. Here are some tips for caring for your end caps:
- Regular inspection: Check for signs of wear, cracking, or degradation.
- Cleaning: Use mild soap and water to remove dirt and debris.
- Proper storage: Keep unused caps in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Replacement: Replace caps that show signs of damage or no longer fit securely.
How often should you inspect and replace end caps? The frequency depends on the application and environment, but a general rule is to inspect during routine maintenance of the protected items and replace annually or as needed.
The Economic Impact of Quality Plastic End Caps
Investing in high-quality plastic end caps can have a significant economic impact on businesses across various industries. Let’s explore the cost-benefit analysis:
Reduced Damage and Returns
By providing adequate protection during shipping and storage, quality end caps minimize product damage, leading to fewer returns and customer complaints.
Improved Efficiency
Easy-to-use caps, especially those designed for quick removal, can enhance assembly line efficiency and reduce labor costs.
Extended Product Lifespan
Proper protection from environmental factors can significantly extend the usable life of tubing, pipes, and other components.
Brand Image Enhancement
Well-designed and properly fitted end caps contribute to a professional appearance, potentially improving customer perception and brand loyalty.
How can businesses quantify the savings from using quality end caps? Consider tracking metrics such as reduction in shipping damage claims, increase in assembly line speed, and extended replacement cycles for protected components.
In conclusion, plastic end caps play a crucial role in protecting and enhancing a wide range of products across industries. By understanding the various types, materials, and applications of these small but essential components, businesses can make informed decisions to optimize their operations and product quality. Whether opting for stock solutions or custom designs, the right plastic end cap can provide significant benefits in terms of protection, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Plastic Caps for Tubing & Pipe Ends
Plastic caps, particularly plastic end caps, represent one of our largest product categories at StockCap. They are available in a variety of materials and large selection of styles.
Round End Caps for Tubing, Pipe, and Rod
These PVC vinyl end caps are an excellent choice for most end cap applications. Their flexible nature allows these plastic caps to go on easily and stay put while the soft material cushions the end of the bar or tube. They work particularly well as mailing tube caps, shipping protectors, and dust covers as well as finishing caps on point of purchase displays, racks, and other metal products.
StockCap is proud to offer the largest selection of STOCK vinyl end caps in the closure industry. Custom end caps can be produced in many different durometers, colors, wall thickness, and lengths to satisfy any need. In fact, our flexible molding process also means that these end caps can be made in much longer lengths than traditional plastic caps.
Polyethylene End Caps
These plastic caps are the traditional hard plastic end cap. These caps are great for use as simple dust covers or shipping protectors.
Rectangular, Square and Angle End Caps
StockCap also has a large selection of plastic end caps for the most common sizes of square tubing as well as over 80 sizes to fit rectangular and angle bar stock.
EZ Removal Pipe Caps
These pipe end caps are great for use as shipping caps that will eventually have to be removed. All syles of these plastic caps are designed with ergonomic tabs to make removal quick and easy. The EZ Tab Caps and Grab Tabs are manufactured of flexible vinyl plastic. The Tear Caps are rigid plastic caps. All styles are perfect plastic caps for use on high volume assembly line components.
If you need a custom plastic cap or end cap, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our design and custom production capabilities are unmatched in the industry.
More information, click to learn more about these plastic caps here: pipe end caps.
To request a sample or pricing on any of our plastic caps or protective pipe caps or plugs, please visit the product page and click on the link for a free sample.
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| RVC9002 | Round Vinyl Rubber Caps – .070 X ? std Cap | #1, #2 | 0.070 1.8 | 0.188 4.8 | 0.500 12.7 | 0.022 0.6 | 0.5 | 5100 1020 102 | |||
| RVC9003 | Round plastic end caps – .080 X ? Std Cap | #2, #3 | 0.080 2.0 | 0.188 4.8 | 0.625 15.9 | 0.028 0.7 | 0.5 | 5100 1020 102 | |||
| RVC9004 | Plastic Protective Cover Caps – .093 X ? Std Cap | #3, #4 | 0.093 2.4 | 0.188 4.8 | 0.750 19.1 | 0.028 0.7 | 0.5 | 5170 1034 103 | |||
| RVC9005 | Round Plastic Vacuum Caps – .112 X ? Std Cap | #4, #5 | 0.112 2.8 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.000 25.4 | 0.033 0.8 | 0.5 1 | 5640 1128 112 | |||
| RVC9006 | Round Rubber Cap – .125 X ? Std Cap | #5 , #6 | 0.125 3.2 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.033 0.8 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5160 1032 103 | |||
| RVC9007 | Custom-made Plastic Caps – .137 X ? std Cap | M4 | 0.137 3.5 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.033 0.8 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5600 1120 112 | |||
| RVC9008 | Round Plastic End Cap – .156 X ? Std Cap | #8 | M4 | 0.156 4.0 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5160 1032 103 | ||
| RVC9009 | Plastic Cap Manufacturer – .172 X ? Std Cap | #10 | M5 | 0.172 4.4 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5100 1020 102 | ||
| RVC9010 | Round Vinyl Plastic Caps – .187 X ? Std Cap | M5 | 0.187 4.7 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5150 1030 103 | |||
| RVC9011 | Round Vinyl Rubber Caps – .207 X ? Std Cap | #12 | 0.207 5.3 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5150 1030 103 | |||
| RVC9012 | Round plastic end caps – .218 X ? Std Cap | 0.218 5.5 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5330 1066 106 | ||||
| RVC9440 | Plastic Protective Cover Caps – .234 X ? Cap | 1/4 – 20 | M6 | 0.234 5.9 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 0.75 1.5 0.5 | 5330 1066 106 | ||
| RVC9013 | Round Plastic Vacuum Caps – .250 X ? Std Cap | 1/4 – 20 | 0.250 6.4 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5330 1066 106 | |||
| RVC9014 | Round Rubber Cap – .281 X ? Std Cap | 0.281 7.1 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5460 1092 109 | ||||
| RVC9278 | Custom-made Plastic Caps – .300 X ? CAP | 5/16 – 24 | M8 | 0.300 7.6 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5325 1065 106 | ||
| RVC9015 | Round Plastic End Cap – .313 X ? Std Cap | 5/16 – 24 | M8 | 0.313 8.0 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 0.5 | 5325 1065 106 | ||
| RVC9016 | Plastic Cap Manufacturer – .320 X ? Std Cap | 0.320 8.1 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.000 25.4 | 0.038 1.0 | – | — — — | ||||
| RVC9017 | Round Vinyl Plastic Caps – .343 X ? Std Cap | 0.343 8.7 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5040 1008 100 | ||||
| RVC9018 | Round Vinyl Rubber Caps – .364 X ? Std Cap | 3/8 – 24 | 0.364 9.2 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5175 1035 103 | |||
| RVC9019 | Round plastic end caps – .375 X ? Std Cap up to 2-1/4″ | 3/8 – 24 | M10 | 0.375 9.5 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.038 1.0 | 0.5 0.75 1 1.5 | 5280 1056 105 | ||
| RVC9542 | Plastic Protective Cover Caps – .390 X ? IL CAP (UP TO 2″) | M10 | 1/8 | 0.390 9.9 | 0.188 4.8 | 2.000 50.8 | 0.055 1.4 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5280 1056 105 | ||
| RVC9021 | Round Plastic Vacuum Caps – .406 X ? Std Cap | 7/16 – 20 | 1/8 | 0.406 10.3 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.055 1.4 | 0.5 0.5 | 5280 1056 105 | ||
| RVC9022 | Round Rubber Cap – .437 X ? Std Cap | 7/16 – 20 | M12 | 0.437 11.1 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.055 1.4 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 2520 – 5040 504 – 1008 50 – 100 | ||
| RVC9096 | Custom-made Plastic Caps – .468 X ? Std Cap (UP TO 1-1/2) | 0.468 11.9 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.055 1.4 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5280 1056 105 | ||||
| RVC9023 | Round Plastic End Cap – .500 X ? Std Cap (UP TO 1-1/2) | 1/4 | 0.500 12.7 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 5100 1020 102 | |||
| RVC9024 | Plastic Cap Manufacturer – .531 X ? Std Cap | 9/16 – 18 | M14 | 1/4 | 0.531 13.5 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1.5 0.5 | 2544 – 5300 509 – 1060 50 – 106 | |
| RVC9025 | Round Vinyl Plastic Caps – .562 X ? Std Cap | 9/16 – 18 | 0.562 14.3 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 2544 – 5300 509 – 1060 50 – 106 | |||
| RVC9306 | Round Vinyl Rubber Caps – .610 X ? | 5/8 – 18 | M16 | 0.610 15.5 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.000 25.4 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 | 5100 1020 102 | ||
| RVC9034 | Round plastic end caps – .625 X ? Std Cap (UP TO 1-1/2) | 11/16 – 16 | M16 | 3/8 | 0.625 15.9 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 0.5 | 2520 – 5040 504 – 1008 50 – 100 | |
| RVC9035 | Plastic Protective Cover Caps – .687 X ? Std Cap | 3/4 – 16 | M18 | 0.687 17.4 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 0.75 1 1.5 0.75 | 2560 – 5120 512 – 1024 51 – 102 | ||
| RVC9036 | Round Plastic Vacuum Caps – .750 X ? Std Cap | 13/16 – 16 | M20 | 0.750 19.1 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 2550 – 5100 510 – 1020 51 – 102 | ||
| RVC9037 | Round Rubber Cap – .812 X ? Std Cap | 13/16 – 16 | 1/2 | 0.812 20.6 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 1 | 2550 510 51 | ||
| RVC9038 | Custom-made Plastic Caps – .843 X ? Std Cap | 7/8 – 14 | M22 | 0.843 21.4 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 1 1.5 | 2100 420 42 | ||
| RVC9039 | Round Plastic End Cap – .875 X ? Std Cap | 7/8 – 14 | 0.875 22.2 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 1 1.5 1 | 2160 – 2700 430 – 540 43 – 54 | |||
| RVC9040 | Plastic Cap Manufacturer – .937 X ? Std Cap | 1 – 16 | M24 | 0.937 23.8 | 0.188 4.8 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 1 | 1820 – 2600 360 – 520 36 – 52 | ||
| RVC9041 | Round Vinyl Plastic Caps – 1.000 X ? STD CAP | 1-1/16 – 12 | M26 | 3/4 | 1.000 25.4 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 1 | 1056 200 20 | |
| RVC9397 | Round Vinyl Rubber Caps – 1.062 x ? | 1-1/16 – 12 | M27 | 1.062 27.0 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 1 1.5 1 | 1056 200 20 | ||
| RVC9273 | Round plastic end caps – 1.125 x ? (UP TO 2.250) | 1-3/16 – 12 | M30 | 1.125 28.6 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 1 1 | 1040 200 20 | ||
| RVC9042 | Plastic Protective Cover Caps – 1.187 X ? Std Cap | 1-3/16 – 12 | 1.187 30.1 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 1 1.5 1 | 1040 200 20 | |||
| RVC9043 | Round Plastic Vacuum Caps – 1.250 X ? Std Cap | 1-5/16 – 12 | M32 | 1 | 1.250 31.8 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.060 1.5 | 0.5 1 1.5 | 1040 200 20 | |
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| RVC9119 | Round Vinyl Plastic Caps – 1.687 X ? Std Cap (UP TO 1-1/2) | 1.687 42.8 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.500 38.1 | 0.065 1.7 | 1.5 1.5 | 528 100 10 | ||||
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| RVC9056 | Plastic Cap Manufacturer – 6.000 X ? Std Cap | 6.000 152.4 | 0.250 6.4 | 1.750 44.5 | 0.060 1.5 | – | — — — |
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| PCC0.188 | Plastic Clear Caps 3/16″ CLEAR CAP | 3/16” | 0.232 5.9 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC0.250 | Plastic Tubing Clear Caps 1/4″ CLEAR CAP | 1/4” | 0.321 8.2 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC0.375 | Plastic End Caps 3/8″ CLEAR CAP | 3/8” | 0.443 11.2 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC0.500 | Plastic Tubing Caps 1/2″ CLEAR CAP | 1/2” | 0.570 14.5 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC0.563 | Tube Lids and End Caps 9/16″ CLEAR CAP | 9/16” | 0.663 16.8 | 0.375 | 3000 500 50 | |
| PCC0.625 | Tubing Caps and Containers 5/8″ CLEAR CAP | 5/8” | 0.736 18.7 | 0.375 | 3000 500 50 | |
| PCC0.750 | Tube Capss for Plastic Tubes and Containers 3/4″ CLEAR CAP | 3/4” | 0.830 21.1 | 0.375 | 3000 600 60 | |
| PCC0.813 | Plastic End Caps 13/16″ CLEAR CAP | 13/16” | 0.897 22.8 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC0.875 | Plastic Tube End Caps 7/8″ CLEAR CAP | 7/8” | 0.964 24.5 | 0.375 | 3000 500 50 | |
| PCC0.938 | Plastic Clear Caps 15/16″ CLEAR CAP | 15/16” | 1.048 26.6 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC1.000 | Plastic Tubing Clear Caps 1″ CLEAR CAP FOR UTW | 1 ” | 1.117 28.4 | 0.375 | 2000 500 50 | |
| PCC1.125 | Plastic End Caps 1-1/8″ CLEAR CAP | 1-1/8” | 1.172 29.8 | 0.375 | 2500 500 50 | |
| PCC1.188 | Plastic Tubing Caps 1-3/16″ CLEAR CAP | 1-3/16” | 1.237 31.4 | 0.375 | 5000 1000 100 | |
| PCC1.250 | Tube Lids and End Caps 1-1/4″ CLEAR CAP | 1-1/4” | 1.385 35.2 | 0.375 | 2000 500 50 | |
| PCC1.375 | Tubing Caps and Containers 1-3/8″ CLEAR CAP | 1-3/8” | 1.460 37.1 | 0.400 | 3000 500 50 | |
| PCC1.438 | Tube Capss for Plastic Tubes and Containers 1-7/16″ CLEAR CAP | 1-7/16” | 1.554 39.5 | 0.400 | 2500 500 50 | |
| PCC1.500 | Plastic End Caps 1-1/2″ CLEAR CAP | 1-1/2” | 1.666 42.3 | 0.400 | 2500 500 50 | |
| PCC1.625 | Plastic Tube End Caps 1-5/8″ CLEAR CAP | 1-5/8” | 1.732 44.0 | 0.400 | 2000 500 50 | |
| PCC1.750 | Plastic Clear Caps 1-3/4″ CLEAR CAP | 1-3/4” | 1.842 46.8 | 0.400 | 2000 500 50 | |
| PCC1.875 | Plastic Tubing Clear Caps 1-7/8″ CLEAR CAP | 1-7/8” | 1.956 49.7 | 0.400 | 2000 500 50 | |
| PCC2.000 | Plastic End Caps 2″ CLEAR CAP | 2 ” | 2.096 53.2 | 0.400 | 1000 250 25 | |
| PCC2.125 | Plastic Tubing Caps 2-1/8″ CLEAR CAP | 2-1/8” | 2.198 55.8 | 0.400 | 1000 250 25 | |
| PCC2.250 | Tube Lids and End Caps 2-1/4″ CLEAR CAP | 2-1/4” | 2.346 59.6 | 0.400 | 1000 250 25 | |
| PCC2.500 | Tubing Caps and Containers 2-1/2″ CLEAR CAP | 2-1/2” | 2.596 65.9 | 0.500 | 800 200 20 | |
| PCC2.750 | Tube Capss for Plastic Tubes and Containers 2-3/4″ CLEAR CAP | 2-3/4” | 2.816 71.5 | 0.500 | 800 200 20 | |
| PCC3.000 | Plastic End Caps 3″ CLEAR CAP | 3 ” | 3.119 79.2 | 0.500 | 500 100 10 | |
| PCC3.500 | Plastic Tube End Caps 3-1/2″ CLEAR CAP | 3-1/2” | 3.604 91.5 | 0.500 | 400 50 5 | |
| PCC4.000 | Plastic Clear Caps 4″ CLEAR CAP | 4 ” | 4.088 103.8 | 0.500 | 250 50 5 |
the manufacturing process, step by step
Furniture end caps are elements that often go unnoticed. This may be because of how small they are, or due to lack of knowledge about their production, manufacture and uses. Regardless of the reason, the outcome is that end caps have been, and are, frequently under-appreciated.
But for some time now, furniture manufacturers and companies such as FORTAPS, specialising in the manufacture of this type of product, have seen for themselves the added value of using end caps.
Summary of the benefits of end caps for furniture
Furniture end caps have many functions, all of which are highly useful in our day-to-day lives.
Safety
The addition of end caps to certain pieces of furniture serves to ensure the safety of those who use them. Their use is particularly advisable in certain types of stools and chairs. Whether round, square, oval or rectangular, end caps serve to prevent any potential slipping or sliding.
Protection
Apart from the benefit mentioned above, they also serve to protect the surfaces on which they are placed. It is common for furniture usage to involve dragging and shifting which, especially on some floors, can be particularly harmful. The use of the furniture end caps as the contact points for chair and table legs will safeguard floors from being scratched or damaged.
Decoration
Sometimes end caps can also be used simply as decoration. They can be the perfect complement to a well thought-out design. Moreover, the possibility of harnessing customised solutions adds an aesthetic touch to the structure of the furniture.
Levelling of height
Some end caps have a specific application, in addition to those already mentioned. These are levelling feet or adjustable end caps. As their name suggests, they are used to adjust the length of chair and table legs to achieve the desired height.
As you can see, there’s much to be said about the usefulness of furniture end caps. However, it is also important to emphasise that, in order to correctly fulfill all their functions, they must be made to a precise and specific manufacturing process. We’ll tell you about this below.
The manufacture of FORTAPS furniture end caps
At FORTAPS, we work to the quality standards laid down by ISO 9001:2015. Within the scope of this standard, we manufacture a wide variety of end caps: square, rectangular, oval as well as levelling feet. Our output follows a path involving three different stages.
Designing furniture end caps
The design of the pieces is the first and fundamental step in our production. In order to adapt to the various calibres of tubing, outer flanges are used. To ensure the piece can be inserted with only light pressure, a split flange, of smaller diameter, serves to hold it in place. The interior of the pieces is designed with a grooved pattern, to maximise flexibility and enable easier insertion. And, in the large pieces, some inner ribs are added. This enables pressure to be maintained on the tubing, to prevent it from being removed too easily.
Choice of materials
It is important to bear in mind the surfaces on which the end caps will be used, as some materials are more suitable than others, depending on the type of flooring. For example, if the furniture end caps are going to rest on carpet, one should try to ensure that they do not sink in. In this case, the hardest end caps are the most suitable, while if the floor is delicate, rubber end caps make the best choice. At FORTAPS, we are committed to using virgin raw materials, given that they are easier to recycle.
Creation of our own moulds for furniture end caps
Working within the ISO 9001:2015 standard means undertaking our work with our own moulds, designed by ourselves. To this end we use calibrated steels (drawn or turned), this being a viable option for parts that do not require excessive work.
Injecting the parts
Low-density polyethylene is the material we use to inject the pieces. This method consists of injecting the molten material into a closed pressure mould. But high-density polyethylene is also to be found in our production. This is more suitable for parts that require greater rigidity and resistance, such as flanges and threads. And thermoplastic rubber is the material of choice for anti-slip products. In addition, we are committed to the use of recyclable materials.
Finishes
As for the finishes of our pieces, we usually opt for neutral colours, white or black. It is however also possible to use the extensive RAL range of hues, based on groups dominated by a main colour, from which similar tones are derived. Our furniture end caps are for everyone. We work for both individuals and companies in the hospitality industry as well as public and private organisations that require high performance from their furniture: hospitals, schools, etc.
In all our output we guarantee the utmost quality, both in materials and over the course of production processes. Our priority is the satisfaction of our customers. That’s why, in addition to our extensive catalogue, we also offer tailor-made solutions.
Write to us, call us, or come and see us and we will be happy to attend to you.
Small Quantity Test Packs | Vinyl Caps, LDPE Plugs
Cap, Grip, Plugs and Stopper Mini-Packs are now available from Harman Corporation. Are you looking for a smaller quantity to test for fit and function before ordering a larger quantity? We understand! Harman Corporation has created small quantity packs of PVC/vinyl caps, plastic and soft-textured grips and LDPE plugs – in a range of sizes and shapes. For more caps and grips sizes and colors, please see the Caps & Grips section. For more more plug sizes and shapes, please see the Plugs section.
Don’t see the size, shape or color you are looking for? Please contact us at 248-651-4477 or email us at [email protected]
Plastic Round Caps
| Information |
Mini-Packs are a great way to test for fit and function before ordering a larger quantity. They come in a pack of 100 or a pack of 4. For larger quantity orders, we make our caps to order! You specify your desired length, material and color. Lengths start at .187″ up to the listed maximum length. Can be easily imprinted with your logo, company name or custom message. For caps longer than 2″, please see our Plastic Round Grips.
Do your Round Plastic Caps require a specific look or feel? Harman Corp offers various high quality finishes on many of our products, including Non Phthalate Flexible PVC, High Gloss, Soft Texture, Matte and Double Dip. If your product needs a specific finishing solution, call our knowledgeable sales staff at 248-651-4477 for availability.
Material: Polyvinyl Chloride / PVC
WARNING: This product can expose you to DINP, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Harman does offer a Non-Phthalate Vinyl material that does not contain chemicals on the P65 list! Click Here for more information on Non-Phthalate Vinyl.
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| Description | Round caps fit well on items that need to be protected from dust, moisture, and other debris such as the threads of machine parts. They can also be used to cover the harsh edge of toys or lawn or tools to create a protective, finished look. Round plastic caps are also regularly used as shipping caps in agricultural and farming applications. |
Plastic Square Tubing Plugs
| Information |
Mini-Packs are a great way to test for fit and function before ordering a larger quantity. They come in a pack of 4, 50 or 100. Square tubing plugs can be used in a variety of applications, such as creating an attractive finish to patio or office furniture. To ensure a tight lock on end products, unique “ribs” are implemented into the design of square tubing plugs to grip tight on the inside, providing a sure fit when accommodating a wide range of tube gauges. Tubing Plugs are extensively in the office and commercial furniture industry as well as display fixtures and similar metal products. The material of our square tubing plugs is low-density polyethylene. Standard color is black.
Material: Low Density Polyethylene
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| Description | Square tubing plugs are able to accommodate a wide range of tubing gauges because of the special “ribs” that provide a secure grip on the inside of the tube. Square tubing plugs cap off the end of metal tubing to prevent moisture accumulation and create a finished, clean look. |
Plastic Round Tubing Plugs
| Information |
Mini-Packs are a great way to test for fit and function before ordering a larger quantity. They come in a pack of 4, 50 or 100. Round tubing plugs can be used in a variety of applications, such as creating an attractive finish to patio or office furniture. To ensure a tight lock on end products, unique “ribs” are implemented into the design of round tubing plugs to grip tight on the inside, providing a sure fit when accommodating a wide range of tube gauges. Tubing Plugs are extensively in the office and commercial furniture industry as well as display fixtures and similar metal products. The material of our round tubing plugs is low-density polyethylene (LDPE). Standard color is black.
Material: Low Density Polyethylene
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| Description | Made from low-density polyethylene, round tubing plugs create a crisp, finished look at the end of any tubing. Round tubing plugs are excellent for uses around the home, including capping off patio furniture or other exposed tubing. The standard color is black, but Harman can customize these products according to your needs. |
Plastic Round Grips
| Information |
Mini-Packs are a great way to test for fit and function before ordering a larger quantity. They come in a pack of 50 or a pack of 4. For larger quantity orders, we make our grips to order! You specify your desired length, material and color. Lengths start at 2.062″ up to the listed maximum length. Our grips can be easily imprinted with your logo, company name or custom message. For grips shorter than 2″, please see our Plastic Round Caps.
Does your product require a specific look or feel? Harman Corp offers various high quality finishes on many of our products, including Non Phthalate Flexible PVC, High Gloss, Soft Texture, Matte and Double Dip. If your product needs a specific finishing solution, call our knowledgeable sales staff at 248-651-4477 for availability.
Material: Polyvinyl Chloride / PVC
WARNING: This product can expose you to DINP, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Harman does offer a Non-Phthalate Vinyl material that does not contain chemicals on the P65 list! Click Here for more information on Non-Phthalate Vinyl.
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| Description | Round grips are common on many household items. They allow for extra comfort and add a finishing touch to the look of the item. Plastic round grips can be used on tools, bikes, and many childrens toys. |
Tidani.ge – ფიტნეს ცენტრი
ვარჯიშის შესრულების ტექნიკა: საწყისი პოზიცია. დადექით შტანგის წინ ტერფებით გრიფის ქვეშ. ფეხები დადგით მენჯების სიგანეზე, ტერფები პარალელურია. ჩაჯექით მუხლებში, მოიხარეთ წინ წელის არეში. არ დაუშვათ საჯდომი ძალიან დაბლა, ბარძაყები უნდა იყოს იატაკის პარალელზე ზევით, წელი გამართეთ. მკერდი წამოწიეთ წინ, გამართული ზურგით მოჭიდეთ შტანგას ხელები მაჯებით მხრების სიგანეზე, ხელისგულები ქვემოთ. შტანგის [სრულად ნახვა]
ვარჯიშის შესრულების ტექნიკა: საწყისი პოზიცია. აიღეთ ჰანტელები, დადექით სწორად, ფეხები მხრების სიგანეზე, წელი ჩაზნიქეთ. ეს იქნება თქვენი საწყისი პოზიცია. გადადგით ნაბიჯი წინ მარჯვენა ფეხით, ჩასუნთქვაზე მარცხენა ფეხით ჩაჯექით მუხლის იატაკთან შეხებამდე, ამ ფეხის ქუსლი აწეულია, ბარძაყი იატაკის პერპენდიკულარული. გამართული ზურგით ტანით ოდნავ/ბუნებრივად ვიხრებით წინ (წინ გადახრის გარეშე მუშაობს უკან მდებარე [სრულად ნახვა]
ვარჯიშის შესრულების ტექნიკა: საწყისი პოზიცია. დაწექით ჰორიზონტალურ სკამზე, შეაერთეთ ბეჭები, დაიჭირეთ ჰანტელები მაღლა მკერდის თავზე ხელისგულებით ერთმანეთის პირისპირ. ოდნავ მოხარეთ იდაყვები. ეს იქნება თქვენი საწყისი პოზიცია. ჩასუნთქვისას განზე გაშალეთ მკლავები განიერი რკალით ორივე მხარეს, სანამ არ იგრძნობთ დაჭიმულობას გულმკერდის კუნთებში. რჩევა: გახსოვდეთ, რომ ამ ვარჯიშის დროს ხელები იდაყვში უმოძრაოდ რჩება [სრულად ნახვა]
ვარჯიშის შესრულების ტექნიკა: საწყისი პოზიცია. დადექით სახით ტრენაჟორისკენ ერთი ნაბიჯით უკან, დაიჭირეთ სახელური ხელისგულებით ზემოთ, გაიმართეთ, ბეჭები შეაერთეთ, მუხლები ოდნავ მოხრილი. შეინარჩუნე ბუნებრივი პოზიცია და სხეულის ზედა ნაწილი უმოძრაოდ. იდაყვები სხეულზეა მიბჯენილი და არ მოძრაობს მთელი ვარჯიშის განმავლობაში. რჩევა: მხოლოდ წინამხრები მუშაობს, მკლავის ნაწილი მხრიდან იდაყვამდე უძრავია (შეიძლება იდაყვების ოდნავ [სრულად ნახვა]
ვარჯიშის შესრულების ტექნიკა: საწყისი პოზიცია. დაარეგულირეთ ტრენაჟორის ბერკეტი სასურველ სიმაღლეზე, შემდეგ კი დაწექით ტრენაჟორზე მუცელზე. მოათავსეთ ფეხები ბერკეტის ქვეშ (წვივების შუაგულიდან 10 სმ ქვემოთ) და მოკიდეთ ხელები სახელურებს. ყურადღება: ეცადეთ, რომ მუხლის კვირისტავები იყოს საყრდენის ქვევით, ჰაერში, რათა არ დავიზიანოთ მუხლი. ამავე დროს ბერკეტის ბრუნვის ღერძი უნდა ემთხვეოდეს მუხლის მოხრის [სრულად ნახვა]
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This is why plastic bumper caps are needed – Premier Cars
Why are there plastic plugs on car bumpers?
If you look at the front and rear bumpers of many new cars, you will definitely notice small square, round (or other shapes) little plastic plugs that are integrated directly into the plastic bumpers.Why do you think these elements on the bumper are needed?
For those who know what the plastic plugs in the bumpers are for, I will tell you more about them.
A year earlier, a domestic employee went to the dacha at the end of April in his Mercedes CLA on a rainy Sunday morning. Arriving at the dacha, he decided to drive the car onto the wet and relatively recently freed from snow, the area in front of the house.
As you already realized, the soil in front of the house was all saturated with water from melted rain and snow.As a result, the car easily got stuck, getting stuck in the soil almost to the bottom.
So he needed to look for a tractor in the village in order to get his own car out of the soil. Fortunately, the tractor was found soon.
But where to attach the towing rope? Since the car was not equipped with a tow bar?
In addition, it was unrealistic to attach the cable to the suspension elements, since the car was practically stuck in the mud, and there was no way to crawl under it in order to secure the towing cable.
Fortunately, there is a small plastic cover on the back of the Mercedes CLA located under the bumper.
This is quite interesting: This is what the fine dots around the edges of the car windows are for
This small plastic plug conceals the threaded weld nut that is part of the iron reinforcement (bumper rail). A towing hook is screwed into this threaded connection.
As you can imagine, the towing hook is needed to be able to tow the car on a soft hitch.
Here’s a look at the threaded connection into which the towing hook is screwed:
It should be emphasized that in some modern cars, plastic covers do not cover the threaded connection of the tow hook, but the towing loop built into the bumper reinforcement.
How do you open the plastic cover on the bumper that hides the tow hitch?
To do this, press your finger on the plastic cover on one side in order to remove it from the bumper or turn it to the side (depending on the model and brand of the car).In many cars, the place where you need to apply pressure with your finger is indicated by a small triangle icon.
After removing the cover, you can screw in the towing hook in order to then attach the towing hook to it, or if your machine is equipped with a towing loop right off the bat, after you open the cover, fasten the towing cable.
Where is the tow hook in the car?
If your car is equipped with a towing hook that needs to be screwed into a welded nut hidden behind a plug located on the bumper, then in most cases it is located in the trunk of a car.For example, in the Mercedes S500, the towbar is located where the spare wheel is located: Example below:
And without that, reaching out of the trunk of the towing hook, press your finger on the plastic cover, removing it from the bumper:
By removing the bumper cover, you will have access to the threaded connection, into which you need to screw the towing hook.
It is very easy to screw the towing hook:
In principle, many drivers know what plastic bumper covers are needed for.Especially those who had to tow a modern car.
But has anyone remembered why machine manufacturers use such a response? Because of this, most modern cars have similar plugs on the bumpers.
As well as many sports cars and also expensive supercars.
To deal with this issue in detail, I decided to contact engineers from Nissan, Toyota and others. Here’s what they said:
And without that, in accordance with domestic legislation, machines supplied in the Russian Federation or which are manufactured in Russia should not be necessarily equipped with stationary or removable trailers.But why do we see plastic plugs on the bumpers, hiding the tow hitch, on almost all modern cars?
There are a couple of circumstances that lead machine manufacturers to massively equip most modern machines with similar responses.
Vehicles with low ground clearance have insufficient underside space for an ergonomic hitching of the towing cable to the suspension elements. Especially if the low car gets stuck in the mud. As in the example I described at the beginning of the article.
In addition, the towbar in the rear does not solve this issue, since its low placement, in addition, can result in difficulties with securing the cable if the car, which does not have a huge ground clearance, is stuck in mud or sand.
In addition, equipping modern cars with an anchor towbar with a threaded connection allows you to fix the towing cable without the risk of damaging the bumper of the vehicle, in contrast to the classic method of attaching the towing cable to the car’s suspension.In the latter case, when towing vehicles, there is a risk of damage to the bumper.
And also, the use of tow hooks or towing loops in modern vehicles greatly simplifies the process of attaching the tow rope to the machine.
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But there are other circumstances, according to which almost all foreign cars are equipped with plugs on the bumper, which hide behind a towing device.Among them are crossovers as well as many SUVs.
Why equip machines with huge ground clearance with such devices?
The fact is that, in fact, machine manufacturers are obliged to install such towing devices by strict standards of the European Union.
So in accordance with European legislation, all vehicles must be equipped with a towing device from the front and rear.
I decided to check if this is so. Is there really a law in the EU that obliges car companies to equip all vehicles with towing devices.
As a result, using a search in the network, I found the European Commission Order No. 1005, which really strictly regulates the equipping of vehicles produced on the European market with towing towing devices.
Here are excerpts from this order:
- SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1.1. Limit the number of devices.
1.1.1.
All vehicles must have a front mounted towing device.
1.1.2.
Vehicles of category M1 as defined in Directive 2007/46 / EC (Part A of Annex II), in addition, must be equipped with a towing device at the rear.
Please note that category M1 includes cars. Let’s continue …
1.1.3.
The towing device at the rear can be replaced by a mechanical coupling device as clarified by Regulation No. 55 (1) EC
1.2. stability and load
1.2.1.
Each towing device installed on a vehicle must be capable of withstanding tensile and compressive static forces equivalent to at least half of the vehicle’s large loaded mass.
A mechanical coupling towing device is outlined in ECE Document No. 55. So according to this document, the towing coupling device must be part of a monocoque body.
A welded nut that is part of the beam or bumper beam reinforcement also fits this description.
So, as you can see, Europe requires all car manufacturers that sell cars in the European Union to equip them with towing devices for towing. You ask, what does the Russian car market have to do with it?
Since we do not have such standards and manufacturers do not have to equip modern vehicles with such coupling devices.
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Yes, it is.But since most of the foreign cars on the domestic market are also produced for the European car market, almost all car companies do not need to produce vehicles that differ in design from cars supplied to other markets.
Especially if there is no direct specification for these markets. This allows automakers to reduce production costs.
However, we would like to draw your attention to the fact that towing hooks or towing eyes installed on the car, after all, cannot replace a special towing hitch for you.For example, a full-fledged hitch that can withstand enormous loads.
As we indicated above, the hitch, which must be installed by all machine manufacturers on modern machines supplied to the European market, cannot withstand enormous loads. In accordance with the requirements, the device must withstand at least half of the maximum loaded vehicle.
So do not expect any unimaginable characteristics from standard towing devices hidden behind covers in the bumper.Remember that the towbar threaded connection will not be able to withstand the enormous load.
Overloading will damage the welded nut in the booster or bumper member.
So, if you did not know why plastic caps are placed on the bumpers of your car, now you understand that they hide behind themselves a threaded connection into which the tow hook is screwed, or behind them there are standard towing loops installed at the factory …
In addition, you, in addition to this, now understand why, not paying attention to the absence in the Russian Federation of a direct instruction to equip all cars with towing devices, most of the cars still have plastic plugs on the bumpers, behind which the towing device is hidden.
As with your own hands, make a plug in the bumper.
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