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

Jun 4, 20243 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.

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

Mar 15, 20247 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.

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

Feb 2, 20243 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.

PTFE: Slicker than a Banana Peel
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Canyon Components

Oct 23, 20233 min

PTFE: Slicker than a Banana Peel

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) plastic has earned widespread recognition as a unique and remarkable engineering material.

CanRez™ CP75BK01: High Temp FFKM Perfluoroelastomer
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Canyon Components

Jun 28, 20233 min

CanRez™ CP75BK01: High Temp FFKM Perfluoroelastomer

In this blog post, we will delve into the flagship for the CanRez™ line of FFKM materials: CP75BK01.

FKM Rubber: Exploring the Versatility & Performance
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Canyon Components

May 15, 20235 min

FKM Rubber: Exploring the Versatility & Performance

In this blog, we will take a closer look at FKM rubber and its various applications.

Canyon Components

Canyon Components

May 10, 20234 min

Nuclear Safe EN 14582 O-rings & Gaskets

In this blog, we will explore the importance of Nuclear Safe EN 14582 O-rings and their impact on the nuclear industry.

NACE TM0297 Certified O-Rings in Oil and Gas Applications
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Canyon Components

Apr 28, 20235 min

NACE TM0297 Certified O-Rings in Oil and Gas Applications

In this blog, we will explore the importance of NACE TM0297 and its impact on the oil and gas industry.

Unleashing the Power of Spring Energized Seals: Resilient Sealing in Extreme Environments
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Canyon Components

Apr 19, 20233 min

Unleashing the Power of Spring Energized Seals: Resilient Sealing in Extreme Environments

In this blog, we will explore the benefits and applications of Spring Energized Seals.

An Introduction to NORSOK M-710: Ensuring Material Quality & Reliability in the Oil and Gas Industry
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Canyon Components

Apr 10, 20233 min

An Introduction to NORSOK M-710: Ensuring Material Quality & Reliability in the Oil and Gas Industry

In this blog, we will explore the importance of NORSOK M-710 and its impact on the offshore and marine industries.