Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics NV

Core Business

Design and production of high performance seals for aircraft and aerospace systems.

Trough acquisition, Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL) has obtained RACO Seals and the Furon Company which are the world leaders in spring-energized seal technology since 1951. Our OmniSeal Æ designs resists adverse chemicals and withstand extreme temperatures over a long lifetime.For static and dynamic sealing requirements our OmniSeal Æ product family will satisfy all of your design specifications.For rotary and oscillatory applications we offer the Ptfe lipseal product line, featuring both metal and polymer based casings.These products are used a.o. in Turbine Engines, APU's and Gearboxes.Other Saint-Gobain materials, such as Meldin 7021, a high temperature polyimide, finds application as bearing in adjustable vanes, isolation flanges in bleed air systems and light weight structural elements.

The SGPPL group provides smart, engineered solutions for demanding applications. Using state-of-the-art CAD/CAM programs, our engineering team combines unparalleled seal design expertise with advanced materials and spring designs to create innovative sealing solutions.OmniSeal Æ Spring Energized Ptfe Seals for static and dynamic applications. Spring actuated, pressure assisted sealing devices consisting of a polymer jacket encapsulating a corrosion resistant metal spring. The broadest line of Ptfe blends and a full range of Saint-Gobain proprietary blends including Fluoroloy, Meldin and Rulon components. A large selection of metal springs, both materials and shapes, completes the design potential. Vacuum <> High Pressure to + 10.000 Bar Temp range: - 270?C to + 300?CExtreme corrosion resistant Unlimited shelf life Low friction Dimensions from <1 mm to + 2 meter OmniLip Æ Rotary Lip Seals for dynamic applicationsAn effective alternative to the high cost of mechanical face seals and the limited performance of elastomer "rubber" lip seals. Widely used for sealing gasses, harsh chemicals, abrasives and numerous types of lubricants and other liquids. Ptfe compounds are used as the base polymer for improved seal and shaft wear performance.Rotational speed up to + 30 m/sTemp range: - 80?C to + 200?C Extreme corrosion resistant Unlimited shelf lifeLow frictionDimensions from <10 mm to + 2 meter

Hydraulic presses up to 200 tonSintering ovens (400?C)Die draw and punch pressesCNC machines, up to 1.5 meters diaIn-house spring production Laser marking plastic & metal Milling equipment EDM wire cutting

Among the markets served by the Seals group are petrochemical, aerospace, food, offshore, medical and instrumentation industries.

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