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We specialize in manufacturing all kind of premium and custom, non-tire rubber products through both extrusion and rubber moulding processes.

The key difference is Team Saga makes product with the mindset and approach of an artist and manufactures with help of science. We unveil the artistry in the polymers.

We can create solid or sponge rubber products in various materials like EPDM, Silicone, FKM, Nitrile, Neoprene, SSBR, SBR, etc.
Our hardness ranges from 40 to 85 Shore A for solid rubber and 0.4 to 0.7 density for sponge rubber. We also offer black and custom colours to meet your specific needs.

Our speciality lies in manufacturing difficult and challenging products. Team Saga has a proven track record of success, delivering on over 80% of customer projects.

We have end to end process driven manufacturing with 2 kneaders (55 litres & 25 litres), 2 mixing mills – one for master and other for curing (stock blender). We use automatic weighing machines for precision of raw material and use rheometer to ensure quality of each batch.

We have 2 conventional extruders with autoclave of 6.5mtrs & 2 CV (microwave) lines.

For moulding we have 4 compression moulding machines

We have a state of the art machine for Splice Jointing as well

We have 2 state of the art filtering systems to capture carbon and dust in the mixing area.

Team Saga specializes in custom, non-tire rubber categories for a diverse range of industries. From the demanding environments of oil and gas, shipping, and construction to the needs of architectural design and transportation infrastructure, our products play a vital role. We manufacture essential rubber components for applications in power generation (hydro, solar, electrical, and thermal), containers, and vehicles across all transportation sectors (road, rail, air, and sea).

Absolutely! We specialize in custom rubber solutions. We understand that every project has unique needs. That’s why we work closely with our customers to identify both their spoken and latent needs, we can develop custom rubber components that deliver the perfect solution for your application.

Expansion Joint Rubber profiles
Expansion Joint Aluminium Profiles
Strip Seals, Weigh bridge profiles
EPDM Pads for Road & Bridges
Architectural profiles for facades, aluminium windows, upvc doors and windows.
Acoustic Rubber profiles for windows and door
Protectors- pillar, wall, cable
Bumpers for Construction
Railway Profiles for windows, doors, floors
Secondary Seals floating roof storage tank
Pipe Seals for concrete and MS pipes
Fenders and buffers for boats, ports and jetty's
Cabin Seals for boats, ships, yachts, submarines
Dam rubber Seals
Drum rubber Seals
Automotive profiles for radiators, door, windows, windshield, tubes
Bus Body, door & window profiles
Shipping Container rubber door Seals
Cleats Conveyor Belts
Riddle Profiles / Wedge Wire Screen Protectors u type, v type
Solar Panels EPDM gaskets
Solar Panels EPDM pads
LED Light panel seal
Seals and gaskets used for defence vehicles, airplanes, ships, buildings
Quality Assurance

We’ve implemented a comprehensive quality management system to deliver exceptional rubber products you can trust.

The precision is taken care of by automatic weighing machine, the batch quality is ensured thru rheometer and also checked online during manufacturing. We have a first pc checking approach with trials, samples and pilot lots before we get into larger volume.

The root cause analysis approach is taken for internal rejection as well as customer complaints so that the mistakes are not repeated.

We have system of pre dispatch inspection PDI), test certificate (TC) and material data sheet (MDS).

We understand the importance of industry standards and regulations. Many of our products comply with relevant industry standards, ensuring they meet the necessary safety and performance requirements. We recently developed a product that adheres to the strict flame retardancy norms of UL94.

Product comes with a Test Certificate (TC), you’ll also receive a Material Data Sheet (MDS) detailing the product’s composition and properties.

For enhanced assurance, we can facilitate third-party inspections

Several of our products also hold certifications from NABL-accredited labs

We also offer products certified to meet ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) regulations, ensuring they comply with environmental safety restrictions.

Manufacturing Process

At Team Saga, we take pride in our meticulous, end-to-end manufacturing process. This process ensures we deliver consistent, high-quality rubber products that meet your exact specifications. Here’s a simplified overview:

  • We utilize automatic weighing machines to guarantee the exact quantity of raw materials goes into every batch.
  • Our skilled technicians use kneaders and mixing mills to create perfectly blended rubber compounds, as your project’s requirements.
  • We leverage advanced rheometers to assess the quality of each batch, ensuring consistent performance.
  • We utilize conventional extruders with autoclave (6.5 metres) for efficient production or cutting-edge microwave (CV) lines for precise shaping.
  • We utilize our four compression moulding presses to manufacture complex rubber components.

We offer two primary methods for shaping your rubber components:

Extrusion: This technique allows us to continuously form rubber profiles in various shapes and sizes. We use both conventional extruders for established processes and cutting-edge continuous vulcanization methods for efficient production.

Moulding: For complex rubber components, we employ compression moulding. This technique utilizes high pressure to press the rubber compound into a mould, creating the desired shape.

Every step of your project, from initial recipe formulation to final dispatch, is thoroughly documented. This ensures complete transparency and allows us to replicate success for future orders.

In our manufacturing process there are multiple quality checks at each stage. This proactive approach identifies and addresses any potential issues early on, minimizing delays and rework.

Capacity and Lead Times

We have a production capacity of 3 metric tons (MT) per day, allowing us to efficiently handle projects of various sizes. Our lead times typically fall within one week, but this can vary depending on the volume and complexity of your order.

We have a well monitored tool making associates delivering high quality tools for extrusion, moulding and jointing within stipulated time frames.

The process for order execution is as follows:

For existing tools

Purchase order
Confirmation to customer
Sales Order
Job Data
Batch making & checking
Aging (Depending upon process requirement)
Manufacturing process
Quality Check
Information to customer
Dispatch
Information to customer

For new tools

Purchase order
Confirmation to customer
Sales Order
Tool Making
Trial and Sampling
Job Data
Sample confirmation from customer
Job Data
Batch making & checking
Aging (Depending upon process requirement)
Manufacturing process for pilot lot
Quality Check
Information to customer
Dispatch
Information to customer
Upon confirmation of pilot lot from customer
Job Data
Batch making & checking
Aging (Depending upon process requirement)
Manufacturing process for larger lot
Quality Check
Information to customer
Dispatch
Information to customer

We’re happy to assure you that we have the capacity and proven processes to handle large orders, both domestically and for export

Cost and Pricing

At Team Saga, we understand that pricing can be a concern in the rubber industry. Due to the variations in material costs, complexity, and custom requirements. To simplify the process for you, we offer our custom rubber solutions in three distinct categories based on the compounding quality:

Standard (Normal Compound) its cost-effective option for basic applications, utilizing standard materials and formulations.

Premium (Specialized Compound) is ideal for projects with specific requirements. This category incorporates specialized materials, colours beyond black, and formulations of your needs.

Luxury/Super Specialty (Highly Specialized Compound) is our most advanced offering, featuring high-grade materials, stringent specifications, and low tolerances for exceptional performance in demanding applications.

At Team Saga, we understand that cost is a major consideration. In the standard category, our pricing is generally competitive with the market. However, we believe our true value proposition extends far beyond just price. However, our key differentiator is our experience in providing solutions to customers for their challenges which not all rubber manufacturers do. We also are very transparent in entire development or order execution process.

We work on cost plus pricing hence volumes are automatically taken care. We recommend contacting our team to discuss your specific project.

Customization and Specialization

Yes, the majority of our business comes from custom-made rubber products. We offer a wide range of rubber compounds to choose from, ensuring the perfect fit for your application’s performance requirements.

Yes, our strength lies in executing challenging products to add value to our customers!

At Team Saga, our core strength lies in transforming your unique vision into a reality. We don’t shy away from complex challenges; in fact, we see them as opportunities to create innovative solutions that add exceptional value to your project.

That’s where our expertise shines! Over the past five years, we’ve successfully developed over 20 unique rubber components, tackling a wide range of complex customer requests. With an impressive 80% success ratio, we have a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into tangible solutions.

Environmental Impact

At Team Saga, we understand the importance of environmental responsibility. We continuously strive to minimize our impact on the environment throughout the manufacturing process. We employ practices to reduce scrap material during production. This not only reduces waste but also conserves resources. Any remaining scrap is responsibly disposed of according to strict environmental safety regulations.

We prioritize the health of our team members and the environment. That’s why we’ve incorporated state-of-the-art carbon and dust collection systems in our mixing areas. These advanced systems effectively capture harmful particles, ensuring a cleaner, healthier workplace and reducing our overall environmental footprint.

Most of our products are eco friendly and recyclable. However, the recycling process is completely different and we currently don’t offer in-house recycling services.

We recognize the importance of environmental responsibility. While our sustainability initiatives are still in their early stages, we’re actively working on developing and implementing practices that minimize our environmental impact.

Technical Support and After-Sales Service

At Team Saga, we’re committed to your success of our client. That’s why we offer a well-documented technical support system to assist you at every stage. We provide installation guidance for certain products and we can also refer qualified installers for few of our specialized products.

We believe our relationship with you extends beyond the sale. That’s why we offer comprehensive after-sales service and support to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Customers can reach out to us directly through our website, or our email IDs and contact numbers.

Partnerships and Collaboration

Yes, we believe innovation thrives through collaboration. We’re always open to exploring mutually beneficial partnerships with other companies.

We are consistently looking for expanding our technical knowledge and seeking opportunities to collaborations with international companies in rubber industry.

We collaborate with established trade partners across India. We’re actively working to establish a network of qualified agencies around the world. We are looking for suitable partners for extending our brand & product presence in different countries across the globe.

We’re open to exploring collaborative opportunities in product development, marketing and sales promotions.

Company Background and Reputation

At Team Saga, our passion for rubber runs deep. We’ve been a trusted partner in the rubber industry for over 30 years, ever since our foundation in 1994.

Our story began with the vision of our founder, Mr. Milind Laddha. A qualified rubber technologist with a wealth of hands-on experience, Mr. Laddha’s expertise in various materials and rubber compounding techniques laid the groundwork for our innovative approach.

Over the decades, Team Saga has grown from strength to strength. Fuelled by Mr. Laddha’s dedication and a commitment to excellence, we’ve established ourselves as a leading manufacturer of custom rubber solutions.

The Team Saga works with both Heart & Mind

We put in our heart to unveil the artistry in polymers during the compounding and we manufacture with science of systems and process to deliver desired results to the satisfaction of our customer.

Most of our customers have been with us for a longer time and we have grown with them.

In today’s times, the quality of product is no longer a differentiator since every manufacturer is offering a minimum standard quality.

Key purpose of Team Saga is to add value to their customer. Team Saga enjoys collaborating with customers for difficult products across industry segments, materials, processes and delivers solution to the customer.

In the entire process, Team Saga is proactive and transparent with customer.

Team Saga spends lot of time to learn, innovate and share the knowledge with the fellow colleagues from industry.

Yes we have testimony of one of our valued customers on our website and can provide many more on request.