Elastomers exhibit explosive decompression resistance.
Press Release Summary:
Developed for oil and gas applications, XploR(TM) range of explosive decompression resistant materials includes compounds in HNBR, FKM, and Isolast® Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM), each of which demonstrates explosive decompression resistance. Materials in XploR(TM) range satisfy NORSOK M-710 sour service and Rapid Gas Decompression test conditions. They are available in standard international o-ring sizes and cross sections, along with custom-engineered solutions and seal designed profiles.
Original Press Release:
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Launches XploR(TM) Range of Explosive Decompression Resistant Materials for Oil & Gas Industry
First Perfluoroelastomer Sealing Material to Satisfy Stringent NORSOK M-710 Rapid Gas Decompression Test
Fort Wayne, IN - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, a global manufacturer of high-performance industrial seals, announces the release of the XploR(TM) range of advanced elastomers, especially developed for oil & gas applications. The portfolio includes compounds in HNBR, FKM and Isolast® Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM), each of which demonstrates best-in-class Explosive Decompression Resistance (EDR) for its material type. In independent tests, materials within the XploR(TM) range were able to satisfy both the NORSOK M-710 sour service and Rapid Gas Decompression (RGD) test conditions.
"As a seal developer and manufacturer with a significant proportion of our business in the oil & gas industry, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has focused on Explosive Decompression (ED)," says Eric Bucci, Oil & Gas Segment Manager for the Americas. "We have invested considerable amounts of development time and money in the quest to find Explosive Decompression Resistant materials. This gives great benefits to our customers, providing increased seal life."
Gas or gas mixtures in contact with elastomer surfaces can be absorbed under pressure. At high pressure absorbed gas is in a compressed state. When external pressure is reduced, either rapidly or over a relatively short period of time, the compressed gas rapidly expands within the elastomer. This can lead to crack initiation within the body of the elastomer. These cracks propagate internally and this can cause void formation or cracks to appear on the elastomer surface that significantly reduce seal integrity.
The XploR(TM) range is available in all standard international O-Ring sizes and cross sections, along with custom-engineered solutions and specially designed seal profiles.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is one of the world's leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of precision seals. They support their aerospace, industrial and automotive customers through over 25 production facilities and more than 40 marketing companies globally. Within their portfolio are some of the longest established sealing brands, including Busak+Shamban, Chase Walton, Dowty, Forsheda, GNL, Palmer Chenard, Shamban, Skega and Stefa along with a large number of proprietary products and materials such as Turcon®, Zurcon®, Orkot®, Isolast®, Stepseal® and Wills Rings®. www.tss.trelleborg.com
Trelleborg is a global industrial group whose leading positions are based on advanced polymer technology and in-depth applications know-how. Trelleborg develops high-performance solutions that seal, damp and protect in demanding industrial environments. The Trelleborg Group had annual sales 2008 of approximately $4 billion, with about 23,000 employees in 45 countries. The Group comprises four business areas: Trelleborg Engineered Systems, Trelleborg Automotive, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and Trelleborg Wheel Systems. The Trelleborg share has been listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange since 1964 and is listed on the OMX Nordic List. www.trelleborg.com
