QWS Industrial Rubber Knowledge
Rubber Seals & Industrial Sealing Insights
Practical information about rubber seals, O-rings, gaskets, materials, custom rubber parts and industrial sealing applications.
Industrial Rubber Sealing Information
Choosing the right rubber sealing component involves more than selecting a product by size. Material, temperature, pressure, chemical exposure, movement and application conditions can all affect product selection.
The QWS blog provides practical information to help buyers, engineers, manufacturers and distributors better understand rubber sealing products and custom rubber components.
Topics We Cover
Rubber Seals
Product types, applications and considerations when selecting rubber sealing components.
O-Rings
Information about O-ring materials, sizes, applications and common industrial sealing requirements.
Rubber Materials
Learn about NBR, EPDM, silicone, FKM and other rubber material considerations.
Custom Rubber Parts
Information about custom molded rubber components, gaskets, profiles and OEM parts.
Explore Rubber Products
Explore our main rubber sealing product categories and custom manufacturing services.
Questions Buyers Often Ask
Which rubber material should I choose?
Material selection depends on temperature, fluids, chemicals, weather conditions and mechanical requirements.
Should I use a standard or custom seal?
Standard products may work for common dimensions, while custom seals can be considered when the required shape or specification is application-specific.
What information is needed for a custom part?
A drawing, sample, dimensions, material requirements, quantity and application information can help define a project.
Need a Custom Rubber Component?
If you cannot find a standard product that matches your requirements, custom rubber manufacturing may be an option. Drawings, samples and application information can be discussed before production.
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