The average expected production time for all GCP products in December is around 71.5 days. Decreasing one day from November.
The reason our expected production times have decreased for December is once again due to the volatility experienced in the silicone market. This time on the positive side, both solid silicone and silicone sponge production decreased 10 days, due to an increased access to raw materials. Last month we reported a shortage in silicon metal sparked by widespread power restrictions in China had lead to increased production times. The good news is, after an uncertain couple of months there seems to have been a leveling off which has resulted in more capacity than initially anticipated.
Overall silicone raw material capacity, pricing and production remain volatile. We feel fortunate the power restrictions haven’t had as large an impact as initially feared. However, we realize any hiccup in the supply chain could send prices higher and constrain future availability.
Molded Parts
With respect to our molded parts, this is the fourth month in a row which we did not publish a production number. We continue experience a wide variation of times depending on the style needed. If you are looking to submit an order for our molded parts please contact us to find out the appropriate lead times.
December Production Times
Our December 2021 production times measure the change in days an average order will take to produce from time it is submitted (all facilities). This includes the time it takes to book a container. However, it excludes ocean shipping and other transit times.
If you have any concerns with your orders on hand or would like to discuss anything in more detail please do not hesitate to contact us for additional support.
Premlene
– Sheet Rubber: 75-80 Days
– Eng. Structures: 70-75 Days
National Silicone
– Solid: 55-60 Days
– Sponge: 45-50 Days
– Foam: 65-70 Days
Rubatex
– Sponge: 70-75 Days
GCP Sourced
– Hose: 80-85 Days
– Molded Parts: Contact Us
– Clamps/Fittings: 85-90 Days
– UHMW-PE Sheet: 75-80 Days
Premlene
– Sheet Rubber: 70-75 Days
– Eng. Structures: 70-75 Days
National Silicone
– Solid: 65-70 Days
– Sponge: 55-60 Days
– Foam: 65-70 Days
Rubatex
– Sponge: 70-75 Days
GCP Sourced
– Hose: 80-85 Days
– Molded Parts: Contact Us
– Clamps/Fittings: 85-90 Days
– UHMW-PE Sheet: 70-75 Days