
FKM Seals Best for Harsh Environments
ROCHESTER, NY — Fluorocarbon elastomers (FKMs) provide significantly more effective sealing protection in extreme environments than nearly any other material, with excellent resistance to temperature, chemicals, fuels, ozone and weather.Â- Web Seal offers engineered gaskets, O-rings and molded shapes from a wide range of fluorocarbon materials such as DuPont’s™ Viton®, and an...
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Basalt Tadpole Seals help increase product strength, safety.
Made from melted basalt rock without any additives, tadpole seals feature 100% recyclable, basalt woven fiberÂ- to offer environmentally friendly alternative to fiberglass materials. Properties include 2,500–3,000 mpa tensile strength; acid/alkali, abrasion, and chemical resistance; and thermal conductivity of 1.44–1.46 W/m-k. With 2,642°F melting point,...
Read More »Freudenberg-NOK Showcases Customized Sealing System for Steel Processing Equipment at AISTech 2016
Innovative radial shaft seal and new water guard improve overall roller bearing reliability in work rolls PLYMOUTH, Mich.Â- – In the harsh environment of a steel plant, reliability is essential. An unplanned breakdown of a sealing system causes loss of production or additional cost of spare parts. As a sealing system expert, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies (Freudenberg-NOK) has...
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Shelf Life of Rubber Products
Rubber products can remain in inventory for long periods of time. Shelf life, the storage period prior to part installation, varies by elastomer type. Storage conditions such as temperature, humidity, ozone, and exposure to light also affect the shelf life of rubber products. By understanding these factors and best practices, buyers can make informed decisions about sourcing elastomers and...
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How to Choose the Right Vacuum Chamber
To learn more about avoiding the pitfalls in choosing a vacuum chamber manufacturer and KTC's expertise in this area, download this white paper now.
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Freudenberg's Levitex® Technology Revolutionizes Automotive Engine Seals
Visitors are welcome to visit Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies in booth #1229 at the SAE World Congress April 12-14 in Detroit. Plymouth, Mich. - U.S. fuel efficiency standards will nearly double between 2012 and 2025, and Freudenberg’s Low Emission Sealing Solution (LESS) components can help vehicle manufacturers meet these strict new limits while introducing cleaner, more efficient...
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Flush Flanged Diaphragm Seal prevents clogging.
Used to isolate pressure instruments from harsh media, Ashcroft DF diaphragm seal comes in various diaphragm sizes with range of available wetted materials and instrument connections. Flush flanged design eliminates use of lower housing and prevents clogging around diaphragm. Raised face or ring joint flange mate directly to 6 different ASME flange union sizes.
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Dry Running Seal extends blower bearing life.
Designed for multistage centrifugal blowers in applications where toxic and explosive gases are present, MAX Seal reduces fugitive emissions by up to 67% when compared to traditional seal options. Mechanical axial seal, constructed of 316 stainless steel with replaceable wearing components, does not require gas purge. SealÂ- minimizes lubricant contamination and eliminates bearing...
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DSTI to Attend 2016 Subsea Tieback Exhibition in San Antonio
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Dynamic Sealing Technologies (DSTI) will be showcasing its high pressure subsea and topside fluid swivel technology at Subsea Tieback Forum and Exhibition (SSTB) March 22 - 24, 2016 in San Antonio, Texas. As the industry continues to face economic challenges, now, more important than ever, is the time for oil and gas leaders to focus on standardization and improving...
Read More »Vehicle Comfort at Minus 40 Degrees
New class of materials for shock absorber seals Weinheim, Germany, – With a new high-performance material, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) is ensuring that shock absorbers can reliably do their job even in extremely low temperatures, down to -40°F . At the same time, the new material mixture, which is coming into use in damper seals for cars and commercial vehicles, is much more...
Read More »Dock Seals and Shelters help maximize energy efficiency.
Designed to meet requirements of each dock, Elite Series includes Adjustable Inflatable model with vertical air bags that sustain tight seal, keeping perishable product secure and maintaining strict climate control. Stationary Inflatable allows full access to trailer interiors, but header and vertical air bags maintain solid seal that preserves internal temperatures and keeps out rain/snow. Also...
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Solve Any Large-scale Water Control Problem with the Aqua Dam Flood Barrier
Aqua Dam is the ultimate solution for large-scale water control projects. It combines lightweight, large size, and portability all in one innovative product. To learn more about the uses, and applications of Aqua Dam, or to see it in action, check out our new video to get all the details.
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