Material selection is one of the most important aspects in the design and selection of a technical seal. Correct geometry and a properly dimensioned groove or housing may not be sufficient if the material is not compatible with the fluid, temperature, pressure or actual operating conditions. Elastomers, technopolymers and metals behave in very different ways. Elastomers are mainly valued for their elasticity and recovery capability; technopolymers offer chemical resistance, d

In gas systems, sealing solutions play a decisive role in ensuring operational stability, continuity of operation and long-term reliability. These are applications in which the seal cannot be considered a simple replacement component, but a technical element integrated into a complex system subject to pressure, thermal variations, operating cycles and specific application requirements. Choosing the correct solution depends on several factors: type of gas, operating pressure,

The development of a custom seal requires a different approach from simply selecting an already available component. When geometry, material, operating conditions or installation requirements cannot be addressed by a standard solution, it is necessary to start from the real application and build a structured technical process. A custom-designed seal is not just a component manufactured with a customised shape. It is the result of a series of evaluations involving function, ma

Find out why a seal can leak: materials, tolerances, installation, compression set and operating conditions. Technical analysis for industrial applications.

Technical comparison between NBR, HNBR and FKM for seals used in pressure applications: differences, advantages and selection criteria based on the application.