Kitted Parts vs. Individual Parts: The True Cost of Rubber Products
Comparing kitted parts to individual parts means balancing unit price against total cost of ownership (TCO), including hidden costs.
Sponge Rubber Gaskets: Closed Cell vs. Open Cell
Sponge rubber gaskets can have a closed cell or open cell structure. Learn how to make the right choice for sealing and insulation.
Rubber Sheeting for Custom Fabricated Products
Whether you need flat gaskets made from a single material or multi-layer insulation, rubber sheeting is the starting point.
Torque Sequence During Gasket Installation
Proper torque sequence during gasket installation is important for sealing success. Learn the proper sequence for tightening bolts and how to avoid common mistakes.
Aging Mechanisms in Rubber Products
Learn about the five main aging mechanisms in rubber products – and how to spot the signs of aging-induced seal failure.
Wishing You Happy Holidays & a Happy New Year 2027
Seal the season with joy! If you could seal out ONE thing this holiday season, what would it be? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E
Chemical Attack: How Chemicals Degrade Rubber Products
Learn how chemical attack degrades rubber products – and how to stop it before it starts. Rubber products are used to seal and insulate heavy equipment, military land systems, mass…
How Flange Finish Affects Sealing
Flange finish determines how well a rubber gasket conforms to a metal flange and maintains a proper seal. Here’s what engineers need to know.
Can You Reuse a Rubber Gasket?
Rubber gaskets fill gaps, contain fluids or gases, dampen vibrations, and prevent environmental contamination. Engineers understand that material selection, durometer, and seal geometry affect performance, but there’s a question that…
How Rubber Gaskets are Made
Learn how Elasto Proxy fabricates rubber gaskets using water jet cutting, bonding, and taping. We specialize in low-to-medium volumes.
