Any engineer or supply chain professional knows the challenges of finding the exact right rubber part for the right application in 2024. When sourcing everything from o-rings to seals, problems and original equipment manufacturer issues can arise with finding the...
Every business has the goal of growth, but as you grow, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep yourself organized and stay on top of the everyday priorities, like the inventory of small, inexpensive items such as rubber components. Yet just because these items are...
There’s always that one part. It’s the one that breaks, sending your entire production line into a tailspin, yet you aren’t quite sure where it came from, when it was installed, or where to get another. It doesn’t have to be a big part, but it’s a critical part. It...
Rothkopf is a dedicated rubber components sourcing and distribution company specializing in the needs of large OEMs, mid-sized manufacturers, and small assemblers across various industries. At Rothkopf, we understand that sometimes our clients need more than just...
The Missouri Association of Manufacturers Trade Show is an annual event that brings together manufacturing professionals from across the state. This year's event took place in Branson, MO, and offered attendees the opportunity to participate in informative breakout...
“Don’t write about me, write about someone interesting!”This is what John Rothkopf would have said if we had asked to write about him during his storied life. If you had the pleasure of knowing John, you know the way he would enter a room—calling everyone by name,...