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Securing Space Exploration Success: 50 Years of The Sealing & Polymer Effect

Kha Le on 11/29/18

As we head into the end of 2018, we can’t help but recognize the many accomplishments revolving around space exploration that have kept us fascinated and pondering the question ...
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Steering You to Ball Joint Bearings: The Polymer Solution to Driving Comfort & Safety

Erich Weissflog on 11/21/18

Since the invention of the first automobile “powered by a gas engine” in 1886 by Karl Benz, traveling by car has become a central part of our lives. According to a Harvard ...
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Fall Back to Go Forward: Sharing Key Seals Events & Solutions

Rebecca Phan on 10/30/18

It’s officially autumn/fall and for many that means crisper weather, colorful foliage and a period of transition from summer to winter. This changing of the seasons is not only ...
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Breaking the Sealing “Surface”: How The Right Surface Finish Makes THE Difference in Oil & Gas Applications

Geert Vanthienen on 10/24/18

In our last oil and gas blog post, we discussed four key factors to consider when selecting sealing solutions: application, working conditions, compliance and fugitive ...
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What Are Rectangular Seals? How Can They Help You in Automotive Applications?

Dr. Mirco Gronitzki on 09/27/18

High speeds, high pressures and high temperatures – these are three important requirements that seals in critical automotive applications frequently must be able to address. ...
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Global Manufacturing: Growth in Asia & Our Connection

Andy Li on 09/18/18

Global manufacturing is moving at such an unprecedented speed that businesses need to take proactive steps to remain competitive; one way is through investment in R&D and ...
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All in the (Polymer) Family: Meldin® Line Combines Thermoplastic & Thermoset Materials to Solve High-Demand Applications

Finding the right material solution for specialized applications is always challenging as they may be exposed to extreme environments or chemicals or may need to be ...
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Explore 4 Critical Considerations for Choosing Polymer Spring-Energized Seals in Oil & Gas Applications

Geert Vanthienen on 08/22/18

Oil and gas production is on the rise. U.S. oil output is expected to reach an all-time high this year and Europe’s offshore drilling continues to grow, with strong ...
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R&D’s Critical Role to find the right Sealing and Polymer Solutions: A Day in the Life of an R&D Engineer

Alma Camara on 07/31/18

The process of selecting the best materials for critical parts in machines we use daily and devices we rely on in aerospace, space, life sciences and industrial manufacturing ...
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Selecting the Right Seal in Life Sciences: OmniSeal® Spring-Energized and Rulon® Polymer Solutions

Ronelle Decker on 07/17/18

Choosing the right seal is critical in medical devices, surgical, pharmaceutical, and laboratory diagnostics applications to ensure patient well-being and handle performance ...
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