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AFLAS® O-Rings: Usage and Benefits

Summary AFLAS® o-rings offer excellent heat and chemical resistance, making them a superior choice for many industrial applications. AFLAS® o-rings widely use their ability to withstand harsh environments across various industries such as oil and gas, automotive, chemical processing, power generation, and pharmaceuticals. AFLAS® o-rings provide reliable sealing performance under demanding conditions, enhancing operational efficiency […]

The Popularity of Buna (Nitrile) O-Rings

Summary Introduction In the complex realm of industrial operations, certain components hold pivotal roles in ensuring smooth functioning. Among them is the o-ring. The design of this seemingly simple device has roots in a deep understanding of physics and material science. O-Rings are seated in specific grooves and compressed during assembly to create an effective […]

Importance of O-Rings in Industrial Use

Summary Introduction In the world of industrial machinery, our attention often gravitates toward complex systems like intricate gears, advanced circuits, and high-tech control systems. Indeed, these elements are vital, but the success and efficiency of an industrial unit often hinge on simpler components, like o-rings. At Global O-Ring and Seal, we have always focused on […]

Liquid Silicone Rubber—Versatility and Variety of Applications

Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) has become very popular for various applications in different industries because it is a versatile elastomer that performs well under demanding operating conditions. LSR technology has grown dramatically over the last decade thanks to its lower-cost customization options for manufacturing. Components made of SLR are injection molded in a Class 1000 […]

Viton® (FKM) O-Rings—How to Make an Informed Decision

Viton® o-rings are also referred to as FKM  o-rings since they are made of fluorocarbon elastomers. FKM is short for Fluro-Elastomer and is a copolymer made of highly fluorinated hydrocarbons. However, not all FKMs are genuine Viton® o-rings. This post will walk you through a series of questions, and the answers will help you make […]

Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)—What You Need to Know

Production Part Approval Process, or PPAP, is widely used in the manufacturing industry. You are probably familiar with the concept if you are a Design or Applications Engineer, Manager of Quality Control, or an MRO professional at a manufacturing company. This post is a summary of PPAP in case you are unfamiliar or need a […]