A brief guide to the pros and cons of FKM vs EPDM ‘O’ rings
FKM and EPDM are common ‘O’ ring materials that offer excellent thermal and oxidation resistance. However, there are some significant differences between these two polymer materials, which, depending on your application, can make or break your choice of ‘O’ ring material.
New presses expand ‘O’ ring capacity at TRP Polymer Solutions
Just like the humble ‘O’ ring, TRP Polymer Solutions looks destined to go from strength to strength, with many more years of delivering superior sealing solutions ahead of them. For more information, contact www.trp.co.uk.
Val-Matic Quadrosphere ball valve for chemical applications
Stem seals – Double O-ring and flexible graphite packing. Injection fittings – In the event of damage to the seat insert or stem seals, the sealant can be injected to temporarily seal the valve until repairs can be made. Why source Val-Matic products from MGA Controls? MGA Controls are official Val-Matic distributors.
Fluid Controls’ premium Instrument Pipe Fittings
Parker's ISO Port Adapters are ideal in systems with high pressure and cycling providing reliable, long-term sealing. ISO port adapters meet dimensional requirements of ISO 6149-3 and SAE 2244-3. A Fluorocarbon O-ring is standard on all ISO …
Motorised Technology Vs. Pneumatic Actuation?
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How the Val-Matic Quadrosphere valve outperforms standard ball …
Stem seals: double o-ring and flexible graphite packing; Injection fittings for sealant to be injected for a temporary seal in the event of damage to the seat inserts or stem seals; Benefits of the Quadrosphere valve: Improved performance life of the valve; Reduced torque thanks to less friction, saving on energy costs
Top 10 tips for preventative maintenance of Electric Actuators
Replace ‘O’ ring seal. If the actuator is explosion proof inspect the integrity of the flame path ...
Non-return valve selection guide - Process Industry Forum
In this article, PIF spoke to leading Scottish valve distributors, BM Engineering Supplies, about one of the most popular processes valve types; non-return valves. Here, we discover the benefits of NRVS, how they work and the different non-return valve types available on the market.
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drop-tight performance is achieved by having an O-ring moulded into the disc. This reduces re-pumping costs. Since there is no arm and weight, it removes the problem of the frequent omission of the guard, which can be an important health and …