compression controlled gaskets
- September 02, 2021
Compressed non-asbestos gasket materials are subject to a natural aging process, like all elastomer-containing materials. This process depends on the kind of elastomer, its vulcanization system, and the storage conditions. Unfavorable storage conditions such as extreme temperatures, exposure to sunlight, low humidity, etc. can lead to a premature reduction of the material’s quality.
This blog will outline the conditions for proper storage of compressed non-asbestos gasket materials. These should be followed in order to achieve an optimum shelf life of 5 years...
- September 29, 2016
We talked in a recent blog post about the benefits of Parker's hygienic sanitary gaskets. But how do Parker compression controlled gaskets actually work?What makes them a worthwhile investment for food, beverage and pharmaceutical companies?
In this video from Parker you will learn more about the features and benefits of using this unique, compression controlled, hygienic sanitary gasket.
For more information on Parker compression controlled gaskets, read Parker's Hygienic Sanitary Gaskets product bulletin. If you have questions, always feel free to contact us, and someone in the Gallagher engineering department will get back to you as soon as possible.
- September 06, 2016
At Gallagher Fluid Seals, we do our absolute best to understand the needs of our customers. As a Top-25 Parker Distributor, we have a myriad of products at our fingertips to improve your processes.
One relatively new Parker product is their line of hygienic sanitary gaskets, coming out of the company's integrated sealing systems (ISS) Division in Lynchburg, VA. These compression controlled gaskets are used widely in the food processing and pharmaceutical industries, being USP Class VI, FDA, and NSF approved.
Here's what Parker has to say about these products:
