Description
Set up the rubber machines as required by specifications, regulating their speed, pressure and temperature.
Alternative labels
rubber machines adjusting
rubber machine adjusting
rubber machine setting up
set up the rubber machines
adjusting the rubber machines
setting up the rubber machines
rubber machines setting up
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Adjust the rubber machines is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Rubber cutting machine tender: Rubber cutting machine tenders operate the machine that cuts rubber stock into slabs. They take the slab of the conveyor and put it on a pallet, spraying a chemical solution on each slab to prevent sticking.
Rubber products machine operator: Rubber products machine operators operate machines which knead, blend, calender, mould, extrude and cure rubber products from natural and synthetic rubber. They measure the ingredients for mixing and load them into the machine. Rubber products machine operators monitor and control the tempature, pressure and speed during production.
Optional skill
Adjust the rubber machines is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Coagulation operator: Coagulation operators control machines to coagulate synthetic rubber latex into rubber crumb slurry. They prepare these rubber crumbs for finishing processes. Coagulation operators examine the appearance of the crumbs and adjust the operation of filters, shaker screens and hammer mills to remove moisture from the rubber crumbs.
References
- Adjust the rubber machines – ESCO