Articles and case studies focused on how Durlon® gasket materials perform with aggressive chemicals, acids, or corrosive environments.
Posted on May 21, 2025 by Bill Campbell, Northeast Regional Sales Manager In ethanol production, where aggressive chemicals, high temperatures, and pressure fluctuations are routine, reliable sealing materials are essential. One chemical company specializing in ethanol-based solvents recently faced a critical issue when their existing gaskets began failing under the demands of a superheated and […]
Posted on March 26, 2025 by Bill Campbell, Eastern Region Sales Manager Hydrogen fluoride resistant gaskets are a critical safeguard anywhere HF is handled, transferred, or processed. Because hydrogen fluoride (HF) is highly reactive and can attack many common sealing materials, selecting the right gasket helps reduce leak risk, unplanned downtime, and exposure hazards. HF […]
Posted on February 26, 2025 by Dennis Errichiello, Midwest Regional Sales Manager Chlorine dioxide is a powerful disinfectant widely used across various industrial applications, including pulp bleaching, chemical processing, food processing, pharmaceutical production, and water treatment. Despite its effectiveness, chlorine dioxide is a hazardous chemical that poses significant risks. Exposure can lead to respiratory issues, […]
Posted on January 15, 2025 by Celese Pauley, Vice President of Sales The Critical Role of Hydrogen Fluoride in Chemical Processing Carbon-filled PTFE gasket for hydrogen fluoride service is one of the most critical sealing decisions in chemical processing. Hydrogen fluoride is a hazardous yet essential component in applications such as gasoline production, specialty metal […]
Sulfuric acid, a cornerstone of industrial processes, is widely utilized across sectors such as chemical manufacturing, transportation, and processing. Its highly corrosive nature demands precision in selecting gasket materials to ensure the safety of equipment, personnel, and the environment. A mismatch in gasket compatibility can lead to costly equipment failures, leaks, or Non-Accidental Releases (NARs), […]
