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Oct 18, 2024 • 4 min

Canyon Components: Precision Custom Canrez® FFKM Perfluoroelastomer Parts

We are proud to offer custom CanRez® FFKM Perfluoroelastomer parts, engineered to meet tight tolerances for your most challenging applications.

Custom assembly pressure release valve with stainless steel springs and PTFE Teflon bushings

Canyon Components

Aug 8, 2024 • 4 min

Reverse Engineering Services at Canyon Components: Unveiling the Secrets of Innovation

Whether you're dealing with rubber, metal, plastic, composites, ceramics, or other materials, our expert team is here to help you understand, improve, and recreate your critical components with precision and efficiency.

Canyon Components

Jun 17, 2024 • 4 min

Canyon Components Achieves NIST SP 800-171 & DFARS 252.204-7012 Compliance: What It Means for Our Customers

We are proud to announce that we have achieved full compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 standards.

Spiral PTFE Backup Rings vs. Split PTFE Backup Rings: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Sealing Needs

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Jun 4, 2024 • 3 min

Spiral PTFE Backup Rings vs. Split PTFE Backup Rings: Choosing the Right Solution for Your Sealing Needs

PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) backup rings play a crucial role in preventing leaks and ensuring the integrity of high pressure systems.

Comparing Viton and Aflas: A Deep Dive into High-Performance Elastomers

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May 13, 2024 • 3 min

Comparing Viton and Aflas: A Deep Dive into High-Performance Elastomers

This blog post explores the differences between Viton and Aflas, including the types of Viton, their properties, and common uses.

The Engineer's Toolbox: Polyurethane Elastomers for High-Performance Seals and Belts

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Mar 15, 2024 • 7 min

The Engineer's Toolbox: Polyurethane Elastomers for High-Performance Seals and Belts

Polyurethane elastomers boast the characteristic elasticity of "rubber" materials and the durability & toughness of "plastic" materials.

The Impact of Ethylene Oxide Sterilization on Elastomers: Insights and Implications

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Mar 7, 2024 • 3 min

The Impact of Ethylene Oxide Sterilization on Elastomers: Insights and Implications

Learn how ETO sterilization affects the physical properties of elastomers, and the implications for their use in medical applications.

Vacuum Baking of O-Rings: Advantages & Impact on Pumpdown Times

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Feb 9, 2024 • 3 min

Vacuum Baking of O-Rings: Advantages & Impact on Pumpdown Times

Delve into the multifaceted advantages of vacuum baking O-rings, elevating performance, reliability, and application versatility.

Navigating Hostile Terrain: Asahi AFLAS vs. DuPont Viton in Hydrogen Sulfide Environments

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Feb 2, 2024 • 3 min

Navigating Hostile Terrain: Asahi AFLAS vs. DuPont Viton in Hydrogen Sulfide Environments

A comparative analysis of Asahi AFLAS and DuPont Viton in H2S environments, shedding light on their respective strengths & weaknesses.

Metal Detectable O-Rings vs. X-Ray Detectable O-Rings: Pros and Cons

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Jan 15, 2024 • 3 min

Metal Detectable O-Rings vs. X-Ray Detectable O-Rings: Pros and Cons

Both metal detectable and X-ray detectable O-rings significantly contribute to maintaining the highest standards of food safety.