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Profile Rings and Other Important Compressor Parts
There are a myriad of uses your compressor might have. Perhaps it is used, as it commonly is, in industries such as aerospace, medical manufacturing, electronics, automotive manufacturing and dozens of other industries where compressors play an integral part in the process of manufacturing and developing products. Compressors are an invaluable resource, but what…
Read MoreThe Importance of Profile Rings
Profile rings are used in compressors to provide a tight seal to insulate steam, liquids and gases and prevent them from escaping. Preventing leakages is essential to the continued function of any compressor. When a profile ring becomes damaged or worn out, you may notice odd noises that eventually will signal a lessening in…
Read MoreParts of a Compressor Valve
The compressor valve is a simple but essential mechanism in any compressor. When the valve fails, it could be for any number of reasons. It is rarely necessary to replace the entire valve, let alone the entire compressor. There are a number of inexpensive parts that can be replaced on a compressor valve to improve…
Read MoreWhen to Replace Profile Rings
When you think about it, the rubber in sealing rings is an amazing material. It is a recent discovery, only introduced in 1736. It was not until 1700 that Joseph Priestley developed rubber in its first commercial use as a pencil eraser. The usefulness of rubber lies in its elasticity, defined as the ability of…
Read MoreGet a Proper Seal with Quality Profile Rings
In the industry world, there are many different parts and equipment that each play a vital role in the operation of a machine. Some parts are very different from each other, but many are quite similar in terms of the shape, such as sealing rings or O-rings. One of the many variations of O-rings is…
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