O-rings are one of our most commonly used gaskets, but other categories also deserve your attention. Take V-rings and V-seals, for example. The experts at I.B. Moore Manufacturing recommend these specialized sealing components to address challenges that conventional O-rings cannot solve. The distinctive geometry makes...
Sealing solutions play leading roles in numerous mechanical systems, ranging from hydraulic equipment to car engines. And while you might be familiar with O-rings (simple, circle-shaped gaskets that prevent leaks), there's another type of seal that offers key advantages in specific situations. X-rings, also known as...
Synthetic elastomers are human-made rubber-like materials that provide specific properties natural rubber cannot deliver, like improved chemical resistance or temperature stability. Nitrile rubber, commonly known as NBR or Buna-N, is a prime example of one used in seal manufacturing. NBR O-rings have earned a solid reputation...
Gasket failures lead to unplanned shutdowns, damaged equipment, and the need to find replacements. However, the culprit isn't always a manufacturing defect or improper installation; in other cases, the gasket cannot withstand the chemicals it encounters. At I.B. Moore Manufacturing, our experts inform clients that chemical...
Consider an industrial application like chemical processing that involves extreme temperatures or corrosive substances. Standard rubber seals would fail catastrophically within minutes, causing equipment damage and costly downtime. For these kinds of applications, the experts at I.B. Moore Manufacturing often recommend FFKM O-rings, which have...
You might not think much about the small rubber rings that keep your equipment running smoothly, but selecting the right O-ring material makes all the difference in performance and reliability. These seemingly simple components actually require careful consideration of your specific operating conditions. Think about your...
The term "square O-rings" reads like an oxymoron—just like "jumbo shrimp" or "deafening silence." So, how can something be both square and o-shaped simultaneously? The term is correct; it highlights the specialized nature of these sealing components. They have the circular shape of traditional O-rings,...
What does PTFE stand for? Polytetrafluoroethylene, commonly known as the brand Teflon™. PTFE O-rings are specialized seals that differ from standard rubber O-rings. Unlike conventional elastomers (a type of rubber), PTFE maintains its molecular structure across extreme temperature ranges. It also offers exceptional resistance to...
At its core, the Production Part Approval Process is a quality assurance framework that requires manufacturers to meet strict requirements before mass production starts. It helps companies like I.B. Moore Manufacturing maintain consistent quality standards and meet customer specifications. Due to its effectiveness, this approach...
Nitrile rubber is a highly versatile synthetic elastomer used in modern manufacturing. This synthetic rubber, commonly abbreviated as NBR and called Buna-N, combines two chemicals: butadiene and acrylonitrile. The resulting flexible material is exceptionally resistant to oils, fuels, many chemicals, and different temperature ranges. I.B. Moore...