Contributed by Seema Gangatirkar, Greene Tweed Matching the right elastomer to an application is key to ensuring an O-ring's optimal performance and mitigating premature failure. One critical factor to consider is resistance to process fluids. Different types of elastomers have differing resistance to various fluids, making material selection … [Read more...] about How to evaluate chemical resistance and fluid compatibility of seal materials
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Greene Tweed appoints Magen Buterbaugh President and CEO
Greene Tweed announces the appointment of Magen Buterbaugh as President and CEO effective January 3. Buterbaugh brings two decades of experience in progressive management, and a long track record of leading cross-functional teams in a variety of industries and markets, from large corporations to start-ups. She replaces Kevin Lukiewski, who retired … [Read more...] about Greene Tweed appoints Magen Buterbaugh President and CEO
Bonded seals for hydraulic flight actuation systems and more in aerospace
Greene Tweed announces the release of its new TechnaLoc bonded seals for critical aerospace applications. Composed of seals made with proprietary elastomer materials and bonded to flat metal components, Greene Tweed’s TechnaLoc seals ensure the greatest possible ease of assembly and industry-leading performance. Used in hydraulic flight … [Read more...] about Bonded seals for hydraulic flight actuation systems and more in aerospace
Ultra-low temperature elastomer seal for phosphate ester hydraulic systems
Greene Tweed announces the release of its new EPM 953 elastomer for phosphate ester hydraulic systems in aerospace applications. Developed for its ultra-low-temperature performance and compatibility with phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, EPM 953 outperforms existing EP elastomers and maintains an excellent seal at temperatures as low as -85°F … [Read more...] about Ultra-low temperature elastomer seal for phosphate ester hydraulic systems
Easy-to-install rod seal exceeds aerospace standards
Greene Tweed announces the release of its new L-Cap seal for hydraulic systems in aerospace applications. Made with proprietary Avalon PTFE, Arlon PEEK, and elastomer materials, Greene Tweed’s new L-Cap seal exceeds industry standards for performance and durability, ensuring long service life, minimal fluid leakage, and excellent performance … [Read more...] about Easy-to-install rod seal exceeds aerospace standards
Ultra-low temperature FKM sealing materials
Greene Tweed’s Fusion FKM 665 sealing material is a new generation, ultra-low-temperature and chemical-resistant elastomer, that was specifically formulated to meet and exceed the requirements of Aerospace Material Specification (AMS) 7379 and AMS-P-83461. With a temperature range of –70° to 450°F (–57° to 232°C), Fusion 665 achieves outstanding … [Read more...] about Ultra-low temperature FKM sealing materials
