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The Significance of Testing Rubber Before Application

One way to avoid catastrophic failure within heavy-duty manufacturing applications is by proper rubber testing. Even though rubber is known for its tensile strength, elasticity, and durable characteristics, it is still susceptible to failure. Therefore carrying out proper analysis and fatigue ...

By harkesh-rubber OnMay 8, 2020

Medical Industry, Silicone Rubber

Silicone Rubber-The Set Standard for the Medical Industry

With rubber having great versatility as a material, it has come to become a set standard for medical supplies. Many diverse applications to the life-saving and health improving work done by medics of all kinds has enhanced the medical industry as ...

By harkesh-rubber OnApril 8, 2020

Rubber Seals

How to Maintain Rubber Seals?

With time, industrial-grade rubber seals require time-to-time maintenance for extended shelf-life. Generally, rubber seals undergo stress through various external factors that speed up the degradation process. Rubber seals are subjected to rigorous tension in industries like aerospace, automotive & nuclear. The ...

By harkesh-rubber OnMarch 5, 2020

Silicone Tubing

Silicone Tubing and its Applications Across Industries

Silicone rubber is used in a number of industrial, domestic, and hobby applications because of its versatility as a material. Silicone tubing is one such product made of silicone rubber that has a wide variety of industries including automotive, medical, and ...

By harkesh-rubber OnFebruary 5, 2020

Rubber Gaskets

The Importance of Quality & Consistency for Custom Gaskets

A rubber gasket is a mechanical seal that is used to fill the space between two or more mating surfaces during compressions. This crucial sealing component prevents unwanted gas or liquid emissions. They are intended to be resistant to pressure, temperature ...

By harkesh-rubber OnFebruary 3, 2020

Rubber Sheeting

What is Rubber Sheeting? – Infographic

For applications ranging from industrial rubber gaskets to floor mats, Rubber Sheets remain a popular choice. This infographic lists down the viable properties and applications of rubber sheets that make it so versatile.

By harkesh-rubber OnNovember 27, 2019

Diaphragm

How to Change a Gauge Protector for a Rubber Cup Diaphragm?

The regular maintenance of gauge protectors is crucial to ensure they successfully fulfill their purpose of sensing pressure, smoothly. The purpose of the rubber cups is to sense this pressure and protect sensitive gauge internals from harsh drilling fluids, mud or ...

By harkesh-rubber OnSeptember 16, 2019

O-Rings

A Guide to Choosing O-Rings Based on Material Makeup

O-rings are a common application in the manufacturing industry. Factors like cost, simple production, easy installation, and pressure resistance, allow wide application in common products, such as automobiles and engines. O-rings are commonly used in the aerospace industry in many types ...

By harkesh-rubber OnAugust 23, 2019

Diaphragm

Diaphragm Valves vs Electrically Actuated Control Valves

What are Diaphragm Valves? Diaphragm valves are named after a flexible disc that is connected with a platform at the top of the valve body, which in turn, forms a seal. A diaphragm is an adaptable component that responds to pressure ...

By harkesh-rubber OnMay 23, 2019

Rubber Seals

HNBR seals – Pushing Boundaries for the Energy, Oil, & Gas Industry

When it comes to aggressive EOG  environments that require extreme reliability, longevity, and durability, one elastomer comes to mind: Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (HNBR). HNBR is renowned for its durability and retention of properties after overtime exposure to external elements like ...

By harkesh-rubber OnMay 10, 2019