3 Key Properties of Felt Gaskets

3 Key Properties of Felt Gaskets

When it comes to making a gasket, choosing the right material is critical. Every material gives as much as it takes away: can a durable part also be flexible? Can a thin piece withstand the heat? These are questions we must ask and answer before we even lay down the...
What The Heck is Nitrile Butadiene Rubber?

What The Heck is Nitrile Butadiene Rubber?

When you’re introduced to the world of manufacturing and producing seals, gaskets, and other custom-cut parts, you’re stepping into a wonderful world of thousands of different materials that each bring remarkable and unique qualities to the project they’re...
Nonmetallic Materials: Viton vs EPDM

Nonmetallic Materials: Viton vs EPDM

It’s no exaggeration to say that there are thousands of nonmetallic materials available for use in gaskets, O-rings, seals, and other rubber parts. Just taking a glance at the list of materials can be immediately overwhelming if you don’t know where to...