Category: Rubber Seals

Why Should I Use Silicone Rubber for Optimum Sealing?

oil refinery and petroleum industry

Silicone rubber is the most common synthetic polymer on the market today. It is a durable, resilient, and versatile material with applications ranging from silicone o-rings, gaskets, numerous sealants, and cable insulation to bottle nipples, tires, conveyor belts, and implants. Products and components manufactured with silicone rubber are used in such industrial sectors as aerospace,… Read more »

Category: Rubber Seals

Buna vs. Viton Seals: What’s the Difference?

O-Ring Materials | buna vs. viton | materials traceability

When it comes to selecting Buna vs. Viton for your sealing applications, the material needs will be determined by its intended application. Viton and Buna are two durable, elastomer materials commonly used in sealing applications for O-rings and gaskets. O-rings and gaskets are seals that are compressed in an area between two or more surfaces… Read more »

Category: Rubber Seals

Winterize Your Vacation Home With Rubber Channels

Winterize Home with Rubber Channels

As the winter approaches, it makes sense to take as many steps as possible to ensure the coldest season is as stress-free as possible. For many, that means leaving your vacation home and heading home to somewhere warmer. If you’re one of the lucky individuals to have a vacation home that you can leave when… Read more »