When choosing the direction of the future business, it is better to give preference to the production of those products that are in high consumer demand, regardless of the season and the state of the economy in the country. Here we include the production of foam rubber. Investments in launching an enterprise will be impressive, but with a competent approach, investments will pay off very quickly. Study the issue thoroughly to take into account all the nuances.

How to open a plant for the production of foam rubber in Russia?

Our business valuation:

Starting investments - from 1,000,000 rubles.

Market saturation is low.

The complexity of starting a business is 6/10.

Business Advantages and Disadvantages

Foam rubber (polyurethane foam) has been used in everyday life and for industrial purposes for many decades. Despite the appearance on the market of fundamentally new materials with similar properties, foam rubber does not lose its popularity among consumers. This will be the main advantage for a businessman - you can always find wholesale customers!

Foam rubber is a soft, elastic material used in furniture and clothing production. But these areas of application are not limited - the manufacture of soft toys, the transportation of fragile goods.

The production and sale of foam rubber in Russia is not very developed, which gives future entrepreneurs good chances for a quick payback of the project. If you supply quality products to the market, you can beat any competition.

As for the shortcomings, the main one is the difficulty with the equipment of the room. The production of foam rubber is considered harmful, so powerful ventilation equipment must be installed in the workshops, which will entail financial costs. You will need to obtain permission from the regulatory authorities to operate. The enterprise must strictly observe working conditions and control the amount of harmful emissions into the atmosphere - frequent inspections of sanitary, environmental and fire services cannot be avoided.

It is better to start a mini plant in early spring. It was during this period that all furniture factories “activated” - an active purchase of raw materials began. So you will quickly find buyers for your products.

Legal registration of the enterprise

It will take at least 3 months to collect all documents and permits for registration of the enterprise. Much faster, you can arrange everything with the help of a lawyer.

OKVED is suitable for the enterprise to be opened: 24.70 (Production of artificial and synthetic fibers).

It is better to formalize the industrial production of foam rubber in the form of an LLC - it is easier to find buyers of finished products and suppliers of raw materials. You will receive a permit to conduct activities only after the premises are found and prepared, contracts are concluded with suppliers of raw materials, and certificates of quality of finished products are received.

Business premises

Place the production of furniture foam rubber in a free room on the outskirts of the city. Firstly, renting real estate here is cheaper, and secondly, the requirements for environmental safety will not be so high. This will greatly facilitate the process of starting an enterprise.

To organize a production workshop, warehouses and service rooms, at least 200 m 2 will be required. If a large capacity plant is planned, look for a larger building.

In addition to ensuring good ventilation in the workshop and the availability of treatment facilities, other requirements are imposed on the premises found:

• To accommodate the equipment for the production of foam rubber, the height of the ceilings must be at least 3 m.
• The temperature in the shop for pouring the foamed mass into molds is not lower than 18 ˚C.
• The presence of electrical wiring for 380 V.

If free space does not allow, the company's office can be located in another place - where it will be convenient for customers to get to. But this is an extra cost for the organization of activities.

foam production technology

Raw materials for foam rubber are polyol and diisocyanates. These substances, if the technology is not followed, can be harmful to the human body. But if good ventilation is provided in the workshop, and only high-quality “ingredients” are processed, there will be no chemical poisoning of personnel and harmful emissions into the atmosphere. The specific ratio of components will depend on the type of foam produced. There are several of them:

• Standard (ST). For production, 1 type of polyol is used. The stiffness of the resulting material is determined by its density.
• Increased rigidity (EL). In the foam manufacturing process, several types of polyol are used to give the finished product a special rigidity. Ideally, it is this material that should be used in the manufacture of furniture. But because of the high price, many furniture makers refuse it.
• Hard (HL). The manufacturing technology differs little from the previous method. But the final price of the product, due to cheaper raw materials, is much lower.
• Highly elastic (HR). The material is made on the basis of special grades of polyol. After the raw materials pass through the equipment, foam rubber blocks are obtained.
• Soft (HS). It is a soft, resilient material used to make some types of upholstered furniture and pillows. In this case, components for foam rubber are used, which give the material greater porosity.

There are also special brands of foam rubber, which later go to the manufacture of sponges for washing dishes, self-adhesive insulating strips. There is foam rubber, which has soundproofing properties. Prices for products in this case will be slightly higher.

It is better to immediately agree with suppliers on the wholesale supply of raw materials - this will ensure the uninterrupted operation of production equipment.

The production technology of foam rubber depends on the method - continuous and periodic. To choose the appropriate option, it is necessary to evaluate the planned capacity of the plant, the raw materials used. It is advisable for small enterprises to introduce a periodic method in production. The "averaged" technological scheme for the manufacture of foam rubber looks like this:

• Preparation of raw materials - acceptance, dosing.
• Mixing liquid components
• Mass foaming.
• Bookmarking the mass in special forms with folding walls.
• Form cooling.
• After 3 days, the foam rubber is cut into sheets of the desired size.

In the process of manufacturing the finished material, waste is generated. They can either be sold to consumers (the same furniture factories, for example), or you can plan the production of recycled foam rubber. The technology involves foaming foam rubber chips and scraps with a special glue, followed by pressing the mass under pressure. Finished products have excellent quality characteristics - increased strength, sound insulation, durability. It is in this way that the production of acoustic foam rubber and mats for gyms is carried out. So you will find more buyers interested in your products.

Secondary foam rubber is available in several grades - BB-60, BB-80, BB-100, BB-120, BB-140, BB-160. Materials differ in properties and physico-chemical parameters.

Purchase of technological equipment

The simplest line for the production of foam rubber

The foam rubber production line is the most expensive budget item. For the manufacture will require the following machines:

• raw material grinding machine,
• dosing tanks,
• frother,
• thermal Camera,
• forms,
• packing machine,
• waste shredder machine.

It is difficult to assemble a line from separate devices. It makes sense for novice entrepreneurs to buy a line that is already ready for work.

The price of equipment for the production of foam rubber will depend on the capacity of the machines. The mini-shop can be equipped with a low-productivity line that produces up to 12 cm 3 of finished products per shift. This will cost 400,000 rubles. But you can buy equipment for foam rubber of greater power (up to 50 m 3) by spending at least 2,000,000 rubles. To the cost of purchasing devices, add the seller's services for their commissioning. All manipulations to set up the line can be done on your own, but you need to know the specifics of its work well.

You can save money by buying used equipment. The price of used machines is much lower. And if you find a reliable seller, the purchased line will last a long time.

Profitability of the planned business

All costs for the foam rubber machine will begin to pay off when contracts are concluded with regular customers of finished products. Depending on what type of material is produced within the walls of the workshop, offer the goods:

• furniture factories;
• factories of toys and household products;
• enterprises producing sports equipment;
• mattress factories.

Offering consumers special types of products, such as foam rubber with an adhesive layer, can attract more customers. If this cannot be done at the beginning of the formation of the enterprise, be sure to think about developing the business. It is important to constantly improve production methods.

The payback period depends on the initial costs. If we consider the minimum, then the organization of the workshop will take 1,000,000 rubles. This will include funds to buy a foam rubber cutting machine and other equipment, prepare the premises for work, and formalize the enterprise. You will open a high-performance plant if you have at least 3,000,000 rubles.

Profit, based on data on expenses and income from sales, can be calculated independently. Standard foam rubber for upholstered furniture costs at least 140 rubles per sheet measuring 20/125/2500 mm. The price of a material with improved properties is much higher - up to 500 rubles per sheet. At the same time, the cost of production is at least 30% lower, which will show good profitability in the future.

The main activity of the company is production of sheet and block foam rubber in a periodic way. Produced foam rubber is used as stuffing material in the production of upholstered furniture, sports mats, children's modular products, medical mattresses, as well as for other purposes. Our company offers for sale not only the produced foam rubber, but also a set of production equipment with a full range of chemical components for this type of activity. Our specialists with many years of experience,will hold the whole range of services for installation, commissioning, learning Your staff and the release of final products on the proposed equipment. If necessary, our company offers on favorable terms for you supply of chemicals including transportation.
We have been cooperating since 2003 with the following organizations:
- OOO " DAUIzolan"Vladimir
- OOO " Furniture groups", Nizhny Novgorod
- OOO " NVP Vladipur", Vladimir
- OOO " Semi-product plant", Nizhny Novgorod
- OOO " HH pace", Nizhny Novgorod
- LLC NPP " Elastoprom"Penza

Equipment

The equipment is manufactured according to the design principles of imported (German) equipment, with the exception of complex expensive electronics, all critical components and assemblies are simplified and strengthened in accordance with domestic working conditions.
Performance
Allows you to produce up to 60 cubic meters of foam rubber for an 8-hour work shift.
Components
Blend setting
Designed for the manufacture of PPU blocks.
Overall dimensions 1400x1000x2730 mm.
- Supply voltage 3x380 V
- Maximum power consumption - 3 kW
- Mixer capacity allows to produce a range of densities from 16 kg/cu.m. to 25 kg/cu.m.
Form - mobile with floating lid
Cutting horizontal installation
- Designed for cutting PPU blocks into sheets of a given thickness (from 3 to 220 mm). Overall dimensions 4460x2500x2700 mm. Characteristics: - Supply voltage 3x380 V - Maximum power consumption - 5 kW

Technology and Components

This activity uses six-component system. The main ones are: polyester component and isocyanate component T-80. The apparent density of the resulting foam depends on the amount of basic components and water in the formulation. Surfactants and catalysts provide a balanced foaming and curing process.
The process of obtaining PU foam at batch plants consists of the following technological stages:
- preparation and tempering of raw materials
- preparation of the activator mixture and component A
- preparation of component C.
- dosage
- production of blocks and their aging
- cutting blocks into sheets of a given thickness
In the manufacture of blocks of elastic PPU the room temperature must be maintained at a particular temperature. When aging, PPU blocks are installed on the floor at a distance of no closer than 0.2 m from each other. Standing takes place for at least 12 hours, then the finished blocks are sent for cutting. In the process of maturation, the processes of chemical transformation of the starting materials into non-volatile polymeric products are completely completed, reactive compounds are bound, and the block is cooled.
Requirements for production facilities
- The area of ​​the molding shop (pouring) should be 30 - 35 sq.m, the temperature regime is 20 - 28 C, the ceiling height is at least 3 m
- Availability of exhaust ventilation in the molding shop. An umbrella measuring 1.2 mx 2.2 m is installed directly above the mold where foaming takes place. Fan motor at least 3 thousand revolutions per minute, air duct diameter 0.3 m
- The room for sawing and storage must have an area of ​​at least 200 sq.m, without reference to the temperature regime
In total, the total area of ​​the premises required for the placement and operation of this production should be at least 230 sq.m.

Services

Departure of specialists for the organization of the entire turnkey mini-production to the address of the customer.
- Installation and commissioning of equipment
- Project of premises for this type of activity
- Selection of all the necessary attributes used in the production of PPU
- Technology training
- Delivery of chemical components
- Release of finished products
- All further consultations on customer issues

Profitability

At least three people (a technologist and two workers) must be involved in this production process. In the manufacture of foam rubber of any density, from 15 to 30 blocks are produced in one shift. Per month(24 working days) produced on average 500 blocks. Let us calculate the cost of one block of foam rubber with a density of 22 kg/cu.m. According to the technology, the required amount of raw materials for the manufacture of one block is 50.17 kg. The cost of a six-component system for the production of foam rubber is 2.8 $ per 1 kg(1 kg contains all the necessary components in the required proportions). Therefore, the cost of one block for raw materials will be: 50.17 kg x $2.8 = $140.47. The block obtained on this equipment has the following dimensions: width - 1000 mm, length - 2000 mm, height 1100 mm.
Thus, 110 cm of foam rubber (110 sheets of 10x1000x2000 mm in size) are for sale. On average, in January 2009, the cost of one sheet of foam rubber with a density of 22 kg / cubic meter and a size of 10x1000x2000 mm is 2,1 $ , therefore 110 sheets x 2.1 $ = 231 $ . Let's determine the difference between the sale price and the cost of one block for raw materials: 2 31 $ - 140,47 $ = 90,53 $ . With an average employment of working personnel in the production process, up to 500 blocks per month with income 25 - 30 thousand $. Electricity costs are 2000 - 2500 kW per month at the above rates of work. The salary of employees is piecework, on average it is 3 $ for the production of one block of PPU. Current expenses for the needs of production activities are 400 - 500 $ per month. This equipment allows to produce up to 35 tons of foam rubber per month, subject to the continuous operation of production

When planning to start your own manufacturing business, it is better to give preference to the production of products that are in high demand, regardless of the season and the economic situation in the country. One of such solutions is the production of foam rubber (elastic polyurethane foam, PPU) in Russia. Of course, this area (as well as) requires large investments, but with a competent approach, all costs will pay for themselves very quickly.

Production of foam rubber in Russia

Today, the production of foam rubber in Russia is going through hard times. Almost all raw materials, apart from oil and gas, are purchased abroad. The same applies to foam rubber, because domestic volumes of its production cannot fully satisfy the existing demand.

In this regard, the question arises: why not increase the production of polyurethane foam in Russia? After all, with the existing demand for foam rubber, its production will bring very tangible benefits to the manufacturer, especially since the quality of Russian products is in no way inferior to imported ones, and transportation costs are commensurately lower, which allows domestic manufacturers to offer their goods at more attractive prices.

Strengths and weaknesses of the business

Foam rubber has been used both for domestic and industrial purposes for many decades. Despite the fact that today the market is replete with modern materials with similar characteristics, flexible polyurethane foam is still very popular among wholesale customers. This is precisely the main advantage for the entrepreneur.

The production and sale of polyurethane foam in Russia is still very poorly developed, which gives novice businessmen a high chance of an early payback. If you enter the market with a quality product, you can bypass any competitors.

The main difficulty in business is the equipment of the premises. The production of flexible polyurethane foam is a hazardous process, and therefore all workshops must be equipped with powerful ventilation, which, in turn, implies significant costs. You will need permission from the supervisory authorities to conduct business. An entrepreneur must strictly observe working conditions, control the amount of harmful emissions into the atmosphere, and also be prepared for constant inspections by fire authorities, environmental inspectorates and sanitary services.

Advice: The best time to start production is early spring (March to April). It was at this time that furniture factories began to actively purchase raw materials, which means that it would be much easier to find buyers for their products.

What industries does foam rubber cover?

PPU is a reliable softening and supporting material used for thermal insulation and giving elasticity to things. The main niche for the sale of polyurethane foam is occupied by the following industries:

1. enterprises producing fragile and mechanically affected products that need a soft lining to prevent their deformation and breaking;
2. furniture firms using foam rubber for stuffing armchairs, sofas, etc.;
3. construction companies that use polyurethane foam for heat, vibration and sound insulation.

Potential buyers purchasing relatively small amounts of foam rubber include:

1. shoe manufacturers using this material in the manufacture of insoles;
2. enterprises producing audio equipment - for the manufacture of headphones and audio speakers;
3. building materials stores.

When opening your own production of foam rubber in Russia, it is necessary to correlate the planned volume of manufactured products with the actual expected volume of its sales. At the same time, closely located potential customers should be taken into account. If the plans are to supply material outside the region, then first you need to assess the competitiveness of the final cost of the transported foam rubber, taking into account the costs of its delivery.

Production technology

The manufacture of foam rubber is considered an environmentally hazardous, and sometimes harmful to health, production. After all, this process uses polyol, aromatic isocyanates, some types of catalysts and foam stabilizers.

Some of these "ingredients" are toxic when evaporated, but when in contact with water and air, they decompose into non-hazardous substances. It is for this reason that the production workshop must have running water and good ventilation, and the working staff must have respirators.

The technology for the production of polyurethane foam depends on the method - batch and continuous. The first option is most often applicable to small (up to 500 tons/year) and medium-sized (500-2000 tons/year) enterprises. The continuous method is appropriate for large enterprises engaged in the production of large volumes (over 2000 tons / year).

The "averaged" production scheme is as follows:

• acceptance and accurate dosing of raw materials;
• mixing "ingredients" and their subsequent foaming;
• pouring the solution into special block molds with folding walls;
• exposure of foam rubber (up to ¼ hour), in which, as a result of a chemical reaction, the mixture rises to the upper edges of the mold;
• block cooling;
• cutting foam rubber into sheets of the desired geometry (after three days);
• warehousing.

During the production of polyurethane foam, waste is generated. They can be put on sale, or you can organize the production of recycled foam rubber. This technology consists in foaming foam rubber crumbs and scraps with special glue and in their further crimping. The finished material is characterized by increased strength, service life and sound insulation. Acoustic foam rubber and mats for gyms are made in a similar way.

Technical equipment

The manufacture of foam rubber, as well as, requires sophisticated technical equipment. The purchase of equipment is considered the most expensive item in the budget. To start the workshop, you need to purchase the following machines:

• dosing equipment;
• foaming machine;
• thermal camera;
• forms for solidification of the mass;
• cutting machine;
• plant for grinding waste;
• packing machine.

It is very difficult to independently assemble a line consisting of individual machines. Therefore, it is easier for novice businessmen to buy a ready-to-work line. The cost will depend on the power of the machines. can be equipped with a low capacity line capable of producing up to 12 cm³ of material per shift. This equipment will cost the entrepreneur 400,000 rubles. If you buy machines of greater power (up to 50 m³), ​​you will have to spend at least 2,000,000 rubles. To the above costs, it is also worth adding the services of a commissioning wizard for the purchased equipment. Of course, you can set up the production line on your own, but for this you need to be well versed in the specifics of its work.

If the starting capital is limited, then you can save money by buying a used line. The cost of used devices is much lower. And if you manage to find a reliable seller, then such equipment will last a very long time.

Workshop room

Foam rubber factories are best located in vacant premises on the outskirts of the city. Firstly, the rent here is much lower, and secondly, the requirements for environmental safety are more loyal. All these factors only play into the hands of a businessman.

The main requirements regarding industrial premises are reduced to just two criteria:

1. ceiling height - it should be at least three meters;
2. maintaining the air temperature at 18°C ​​(not less!). If in the shop for pouring the foamed mass into molds it falls below this limit, then the production of foam rubber will be impossible due to the lack of the necessary chemical reaction.

The working area of ​​the premises itself should be at least 200-250 m², taking into account the household room for workers and a small office for a technologist. The operation of the ventilation system must always be in good working order and be in the active phase. You will also need a 380 volt electrical wiring with grounding. To install band saws, you will need to build a small foundation.

For ease of transportation, it is necessary to provide for the presence of an adjacent territory. The larger it is, the higher the loading speed and the better the work of transport in general. Access roads must be equipped with special symbols - both drivers and staff will be easier to navigate in their work.

Staff

No more than ten employees will be required to start the production workshop. First of all, a chief technologist is needed, preferably a person with the education of a chemical technologist. At worst, one who has undergone specialized training and practice.

Five workers are enough to service the production line: three people for the casting machine and two for the cutting machine. Also, you can not do without the help of several handymen. Their duties will include loading and unloading of raw materials and finished products. The presence of special education and qualifications for this category of workers is not required.

Development prospects

The production of flexible polyurethane foam has its own prospects, which are primarily associated with the manufacture of molded products. Similar products are used in the manufacture of car seats and expensive furniture. It is also possible to establish additional production of household sponges, washcloths, rugs, fillers for children's toys, etc. without significant costs.

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With successfully established sales channels, in a year (and if you're lucky, a little earlier), the company will begin to make a profit. It is best to look for clients among furniture manufacturers, it is they who provide high demand and special profitability of this business idea. If things go uphill, then after a while it will be possible to think about.

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What is foam rubber?

Foam rubber is a two-component polyurethane foam. Since foam rubber is a polyurethane foam with a very low density, it is logical that the components for it are also a political scientist and an isocyanate. The properties of the final product directly depend on the formulation (volume and mass ratio of components, additives, plasticizers, thinners). Usually, in the manufacture of products on the same casting machine, the same isocyanate is used, and the second component, polyol, is selected depending on the terms of reference. And additives are poured into it. What kind of additives and additives are required for a particular product is given by the technical department or laboratory of the component manufacturer's plant.

The principle of operation of the filling plant.

The main unit of the filling machine is the mixing chamber into which the polyol and additives enter. There they are quickly mixed and, already in a homogeneous state, enter the second mixing chamber, where they are even more quickly mixed with isocyanate. And then all this mass is fed into the mold. The larger the foam block hopper, the more components must initially be moved. Most often, pouring into the mold is done once. But if there is a need to make products from two or more types of foam rubber, then filling can be done in several stages, observing the technology of polymerization of each of the layers using intermediate primers.

When pouring foam blocks, the surface of the mold is treated with a special composition to prevent sticking. Or, before pouring the components, polyethylene is placed in the mold. Polyethylene is one of the few materials to which PPU does not stick.

To date, foam rubber manufacturers operating in our country cannot fully satisfy the demand for this product, so it has to be imported from abroad. Shipping costs significantly increase the cost of products, so consumers prefer to buy material made by domestic manufacturers. The production of foam rubber in Russia brings a lot of profit. How to organize such a business, we will understand in this article.

Business features

Modern foam rubber is significantly different from the material that was produced several decades ago.

Among its advantages I would like to highlight:

• High moisture resistance;
• Mold resistant;
• High degree of heat and sound insulation;
• Elasticity.
• The most important advantage of the product lies in its low cost.

Like any other material, foam rubber also has disadvantages. First of all, the production of such products is considered environmentally harmful, therefore, high requirements are placed on security systems at enterprises for its production.

In addition, polyurethane foam is a combustible material. When ignited, it begins to release harmful substances that can lead to poisoning. To eliminate this drawback, manufacturers use special impregnations, but usually they do not provide the desired effect.

Manufacturing technology

For the production of foam rubber, one of two methods can be used:

1. Continuous;
2. Periodic.

The simplest, periodic method. It is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs. This foam rubber production technology does not require special knowledge and the use of sophisticated equipment. All chemicals are mixed in a foaming machine, after which it is sent to a special form. In it, the material is no more than half an hour. Further, the finished product is cooled for 3 days and cut to size.

Particular attention in the manufacture of foam rubber should be given to the temperature regime. In the production room, the temperature should not fall below +18 degrees. This requirement does not apply to the warehouse, utility rooms and cutting area.

In addition, you need to correctly determine the dosage of the components. There is no room for error in this matter. The production process must be controlled by an experienced chemical technologist. A video of foam rubber production will help you to get acquainted with the production process in more detail.

Scheme: foam rubber production

Raw material

For the manufacture of foam rubber, polyisocyanates and polyols are used, which are produced by petrochemical enterprises. To establish the smooth operation of the production line, it is necessary to conclude long-term contracts for the supply of high-quality raw materials. In this case, your company will not be idle without work and suffer losses.

In addition, a room should be allocated for a warehouse for raw materials in order to have a reserve in case of force majeure situations. In addition, if you buy material in large quantities, manufacturers can significantly reduce the price, which will allow you to save money and reduce the cost of production.

Range

Consider the main types of foam rubber:

• Increased rigidity. For the manufacture of this material, special polyols are used, which give it increased strength. Such foam rubber is used for the manufacture of seats and mattresses;
• Latex highly elastic foam rubber. This type of product is presented in a wide range. It is much more elastic than other types of polyurethane foam. Material with such properties is used in the furniture industry for the manufacture of pillows, mattresses and other products. It is durable and resistant to dents;
• Material for molding various elements. To achieve an orthopedic effect, many manufacturers use spring blocks with multilayer filling in the manufacture of upholstered furniture. Synthetic flooring materials, for example, block elastic polyurethane foam, can significantly reduce the cost of products;
• Foam rubber. This material is made from rubber. It is produced in the form of molded elements or sheets. Foam rubber has excellent sound and heat insulation properties, as well as durability and high hygiene.

Equipment

The finished foam rubber production line can be used regardless of the method of organization of the enterprise.

It consists of the following units:

• foaming machine;
• Thermal camera;
• Device for cutting material;
• dispenser;
• Form block.

To make production waste-free, you should also buy a crusher for processing edges and defective material. In addition, you will need a packaging device, with which the foam is rolled up and packed in polyethylene.

Staff

To work at the enterprise, it is not necessary to hire qualified personnel. It is enough to find one experienced chemist-technologist. Other employees may receive special training. Usually such courses are offered free of charge by equipment suppliers.

2 people are required to service the cutting and pouring equipment. You also need to hire 3 workers for loading and unloading.

Financial calculations

To start a plant for the production of foam rubber will require large capital investments. Since the profitability of such a business is quite high, and the demand for foam rubber is constantly growing, the start-up capital will return in just 5-6 months.

The purchase price of foam rubber production equipment is quite high. You will spend approximately 17 thousand dollars to purchase it. For installation and staff training, you will have to pay another $7,000.

To improve performance, you must also purchase:

• Thermal camera - 6 thousand dollars;
• A set of dosing devices - 6.5 thousand dollars;
• Band saw machine - 5 thousand dollars.

With this additional investment, you can increase the productivity of the plant by 2.5 times, but only if the periodic method is applied.

A fully automated line will cost 6.5 million rubles. This is the main equipment for the production of foam rubber, to which you will also have to purchase additional accessories:

• Packing machine - 7 thousand dollars;
• Crusher for foam rubber crusts - 2 thousand dollars;
• Equipment for waste processing - 9 thousand dollars.

To the cost of equipping the workshop should be added:

• Payment for the rent of the premises;
• Employee salaries;
• Purchase of components for the production of foam rubber;
• Fare;
• Payment of utility bills.

According to preliminary calculations, the net income of such an enterprise is about 220 thousand rubles a month. According to experts, the profitability of such an enterprise is at least 15%.

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Sales of finished products

Furniture factories that use foam rubber as padding for upholstered furniture can become your regular customers. They are the main consumers of this material, since they purchase 70% of the total volume of products on the market.

In addition, foam rubber is used in construction for heat and sound insulation. Shoe manufacturers also buy this material in small quantities. In the medical industry, foam rubber is used to make fixing splints and prostheses. Finished products can be sold to manufacturers of audio equipment for the manufacture of headphones, microphones and other devices.

Foam rubber can also be taken to hardware stores. Such goods are bought by individuals in small batches. Factories for the production of children's toys often use this material for stuffing various products, so you can try to conclude contracts with such enterprises.