When it comes to versatility, Nitrile-Bonded Cork stands out as an exceptional choice. Its extensive range of industrial applications is vast, demonstrating its effectiveness in applications requiring resistance to ozone, oils, fuels, and heat, while its capabilities extend to surface protection, sealing, and spacing. For components like sumps, valve covers, electrical transformers, electrical switch gears, and general cover and lid sealing, nitrile-bonded cork plays a crucial role.

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In the 1990s, the use of asbestos gaskets was banned due to the toxic nature of asbestos. To fill this void, non-asbestos gaskets emerged as a safer alternative for various industrial applications. These gaskets, made from modern fibrous materials like aramid (Kevlar) and polymers, have become a trusted choice in industries such as automotive, power, and marine. Let's take a closer look at the features, composition, and benefits that make non-asbestos gaskets a reliable sealing solution.

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This month we are looking back at some rubber gasket projects we have recently produced, across a very wide range of sizes and usage! 

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We’re proud to announce the recent implementation of an advanced in-house nitrogen generator, marking a significant milestone in our pursuit of operational sustainability.

Traditionally reliant on external suppliers for nitrogen, we can now harness the power of on-site nitrogen generation, ensuring an uninterrupted, on-demand supply of high-purity nitrogen gas for our precision laser cutter.

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Rubber is one of the most common materials used to produce gaskets and seals. Choosing the correct rubber for an application can be a difficult and time-consuming process due to the multitude of different rubber composite materials available.

We would always recommend talking to our technical team for clear advice about your specific requirements, but we hope this brief guide provides general information to assist you in choosing the appropriate rubber gasket material.

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