Elastomers are materials that stretch and return to their original shape; their flexibility, durability, and resistance to environmental stresses make them invaluable across many industries. I.B. Moore Manufacturing clients often associate elastomers with rubber, which makes sense. However, not all elastomers are rubber-based; some are...
Understanding shore hardness is essential for optimal performance when selecting O-rings. This measurement has nothing to do with the beach; shore assesses material hardness, which directly affects an O-ring's ability to seal, resist pressure, and adapt to environmental factors. The I.B. Moore Manufacturing team is...
I.B. Moore Manufacturing clients ask some very insightful questions, and we’re always happy to answer. The short answer to the above question is yes, O-rings can expire. Over time, the materials used to manufacture these sealing components can degrade due to environmental and usage factors....
Custom seals are specialized components that create tight, leak-proof barriers in machinery, equipment, and industrial systems. They prevent fluids, gases, or contaminants from leaking for better efficiency and performance. Unlike mass-produced, standard seals that fit common applications, we design custom seals for particular systems or...
An O-ring is a small, donut-shaped rubber or plastic ring used to create a tight seal between two parts. It prevents leaks of liquids or gases in items like car engines, faucets, and even space shuttles. O-rings are simple, flexible, and essential for keeping systems...
We couldn't live without gaskets: They seal connections, prevent leaks, and accommodate variations in pressure and temperature. Gasket materials have unique properties that allow for a wide range of applications. Each material serves a different purpose; I.B. Moore Manufacturing specializes in gasket fabrication and helps clients...
As you might imagine, strict hygiene and safety protocols are essential for transporting products like liquids, powders, and other consumables. Strict health regulations guide these operations in commercial kitchens, manufacturing plants, and other settings where food and beverage tubing must promote product integrity and consumer...
At I.B. Moore Manufacturing, we don't expect our clients to know what FKM and Viton® cords are right off the bat. Those terms might initially sound complicated, but both are types of synthetic rubber. What's important to understand is that they have distinct characteristics that...
O-rings are round, mechanical gaskets that create seals between two parts to prevent leaks. Made from materials like silicone or rubber, they hold up to significant pressure and other environmental stresses. I.B. Moore Manufacturing manufactures, fabricates, and distributes industrial rubber products—our experts are familiar with...
The word neoprene sounds modern, but this synthetic rubber is nearly 100 years old. First developed in 1930 by DuPont, their developers made it by linking small chemical building blocks called chloroprene into long chains, which made the result strong and bendable. The I.B. Moore Manufacturing,...