Cost Efficiency Without Compromise: The Value of Custom Seal Kits and Stocking Programs How much is downtime costing your business? Spoiler: it’s likely more than you think. From unexpected production halts to last-minute overnight shipping fees, inefficiencies add up.  That is where solutions like custom seal kits and stocking programs come into play. A seal […]

Good, Better, Best: Choosing the Right Elastomer Compound for Your Application Remember the story of Goldilocks? Finding something that’s “just right” can be a challenge, whether it’s porridge, beds, or sealing compounds. Some materials might be too costly for your needs, while others might not offer the “just right” amount of durability. To help you […]

Metal-Detectable O-Rings FAQs Welcome to our FAQ on metal-detectable o-rings! These specialized sealing components are crucial for ensuring product safety and compliance in various industries. Here, you’ll find concise answers to common questions about metal-detectable o-rings, helping you understand their benefits, applications, and specifications. What are metal-detectable o-rings? Metal-detectable o-rings are specially designed sealing components […]

O-Rings in Extreme Conditions: Maximizing Reliability With Advanced Sealing Solutions Reliability is not a luxury when it comes to o-rings sealing in extreme conditions. Whether it’s aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, or chemical processing, the need for dependable sealing solutions is universal. However, these industries often struggle with the same enemy: complete seal failure in extreme conditions.  […]

5 Steps To Choose The Right O-Ring O-rings are robust sealing solutions for nearly endless applications in every industry. They will only work well, though, if you choose the right o-ring from the start. If you use the wrong material, profile, or size, your o-ring’s integrity will inevitably suffer and, ultimately, fail. The good news […]

What Is Vee Packing? Understanding Its Unique Design And Function Sometimes, a regular old o-ring won’t cut it. That is where vee packing comes in.  Vee packing sets offer a dynamic solution for reciprocating and high-pressure applications. Their distinctive V-shaped profile allows the seal to adapt and respond to a variety of pressures while maintaining […]

Sanitary Gaskets: Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Food and Beverage Industry Did you know gaskets can influence the color and taste of different food products? Or that they can negatively harm the end users of pharmaceuticals or medical devices? Odds are, yes, you know this.  But how exactly can sanitary gaskets solve these problems? […]

Custom Sealing Components: Who Needs Them and Why? Have you ever tried something that claims “one size fits all”? More often than not, you will quickly realize that one size does not, in fact, fit all—and this is especially true for sealing components.  An excellent seal is pivotal to equipment’s successful operation, but building a […]

Is a Silicone Seal Right for Your Application? Anyone who has ever tried to find a sealing solution knows that the number of options is limitless. But which option is actually the best fit for your application? One of the primary options is silicone, so let’s find out if it is the solution for which […]

FFKM Sealing Solutions: Setting the Standard in Harsh Environments In harsh environments, your seal is exposed to chemicals, extreme temperatures, high pressure, and more. For many industries, including oil and gas, pharmaceutical or medical, and semiconductor, this is the norm. Additionally, these industries face added regulatory requirements and production risks that can make finding the […]

Your seal is your first line of defense between you and dangerous spills, expensive repairs, and frustrating downtime. In applications that experience extreme temperatures and chemical exposure, finding a sealing solution can feel nearly impossible. That is where flexible graphite comes in. This unique material is produced by immersing natural flake graphite into a chromic […]

How long is your supply chain? How many contacts do you manage? According to a recent study, only 6% of companies feel they have full visibility over their supply chain, but the same survey revealed that 57% of companies believe that managing their supply chain well gives them a competitive advantage. That is a glaring […]