EPDM rubber granules (ethylene propylene diene monomer) are a premium polymer-based material widely used for outdoor sports surfaces, playground safety surfacing, running tracks, equestrian arenas and high-quality rubber moulding applications. Fab Rubbers supplies both recycled and virgin-grade EPDM granules, engineered to meet demanding performance standards — excellent UV resistance, weather stability and durable colour retention. Our EPDM granules are favoured where long-term aesthetic and performance properties are critical.
The production of EPDM granules follows strict process controls: polymer selection, controlled granulation, sieving to exact mesh specifications, washing and drying (where required), and colour matching using UV-stable pigments. Unlike black crumb rubber made from tyre rubber, EPDM granules are often supplied in vivid colours — red, green, blue, yellow and custom tones — enabling designers and contractors to create safe, attractive and durable surfaces. Because EPDM offers superior elasticity and resistance to ozone and sunlight, it is the material of choice for exposed outdoor surfaces.
Typical EPDM granule sizes range depending on the application: coarser grades (2–3 mm) for surface layers, medium grades for underlayers and finer grades for porous installations. Fab Rubbers works with clients to select the right mesh size and colour profile for each project, balancing shock absorption, drainage and aesthetic requirements. Our manufacturing lines incorporate magnetic separation and quality filters to ensure low contamination, while colour batches are tested for lightfastness and abrasion resistance.
Applications of EPDM granules include poured-in-place rubber surfacing, bonded rubber tiles, loose-laid safety surfacing, and in certain cases as a component in rubber-modified asphalt. EPDM granules provide superior resilience, returning energy on impact and reducing injury risk, which is why they are extensively used in playgrounds and sports facilities. They also offer excellent drainage characteristics when paired with permeable binders, making them suitable for outdoor installations in varied climates.
Sustainability and lifecycle considerations are also important. While virgin EPDM provides the best colour stability and mechanical properties, recycled EPDM blends can be engineered to meet environmental targets without compromising performance for many applications. Fab Rubbers can advise on the optimal balance between recycled content, longevity and cost for your specific project.
Our service includes technical consultation, sample supply, colour matching, bulk production and logistics. We support contractors and specifiers with test certificates for UV stability, hardness, particle size distribution and contamination levels. With nationwide supply capability and an emphasis on consistent quality, Fab Rubbers is a reliable partner for EPDM rubber granules in India.
Key features
UV-stable coloured EPDM granules for long-term colour retention
Available in multiple mesh sizes to suit surfacing & moulding
Excellent weather, ozone and abrasion resistance
Low contamination with controlled particle size distribution
Options: virgin EPDM, recycled EPDM blends, custom colour batches
Technical specifications (typical)
Parameter Typical value / notes
Material EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer)
Mesh sizes 0.5–3.0 mm (custom on request)
Colour Multiple UV-stable pigments (custom colours available)
Moisture < 0.5% (typical, batch dependent)
Ash / filler Low (depends on recycled content)
Applications Playgrounds, sports surfaces, poured-in-place, tiles, moulding
Common applications
Playground safety surfacing and rubber tiles
Sports tracks, running lanes and multi-sport courts
Poured-in-place and bonded rubber surfacing
Equestrian arenas and outdoor walking tracks
Colored surfacing accents and rubber moulding compounds
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between EPDM and tyre crumb?
EPDM is a synthetic rubber offering superior UV and weather resistance and is typically supplied in colours. Tyre crumb (SBR/NR) is black and made from recycled tyres; EPDM is preferred for colour-critical outdoor surfaces.
Can EPDM granules be colour-matched?
Yes. We offer colour matching with UV-stable pigments and get more info batch testing to ensure consistency across production runs.
Do you supply technical test reports?
Yes. On request we provide particle size distribution, hardness, UV stability and contamination test reports for project specifications.