Archive for the ‘Aerospace’ Category
Simrit Introduces Self-fusing Silicone Sinusoidal Tape; Expands Existing Product Line |
Jul 1019 |
PLYMOUTH, Mich., July 19, 2010 – Simrit, the industrial products division of Freudenberg-NOK, recently expanded its Self-fusing Silicone Tape line to include sinusoidal fiberglass reinforced tape. The company’s latest offering incorporates fiberglass strands into the tape to better control the amount of stretch for consistent thickness and dielectrics, while providing improved tear and abrasion resistance.
Compliant to numerous aerospace specifications, the line’s most common uses include supporting / sealing hot and cold air ducting, wire harness wrapping and wire bundling. The Self-fusing Silicone Tape meets the following: A-A 59163, Type I & II; MIL-I-22444C; DMS 2186 Type I & II; P.S. 17115; ASNA 5107; RMS 315; HS5215; P5384 Type II.
Simrit’s line of Self-fusing Silicone Tape is produced out of specially formulated silicone which only bonds to itself without an adhesive, allowing for clean installation and re-entry. Once contact is made, fusion begins in seconds with 100 percent cohesion complete within 24 hours (at room temperature). The fused tape then becomes an impermeable barrier against contaminating fluid and environmental ingress while providing excellent dielectric protection (in excess of 400V per 0.001” in thickness). When servicing is required, the tape can be removed easily as there is no adhesive left on the substrate. This saves time and reduces the chance of damage to any of the underlying components.
Simrit’s Self-fusing Silicone Tape line, which also includes homogeneous rectangular, triangular guideline and non-stretch formats, is ideal as an insulating material for applications requiring additional protection from environmental concerns (Ultraviolet light, ozone, fungus, salt water), chaffing, high- and low-temperatures (-55°C to 260°C), flame and fire. The entire tape line also protects against fluid splash and is compliant to Fluid Susceptibility to RTCA / DO-160F, Section 11.
The tape is produced from specially formulated silicone rubber optimizing its long operating life, superior resistance to thermal degradation, moisture, chemical attack (fuel, oil, coolant, acids, etc.) and mechanical abuse. Simrit also offers a special fluorosilicone self-fusing tape for applications that encounter prolonged contact with fuels and harsh chemicals.
Aerospace has demanding requirements for flammability and fire. Simrit has developed a Flame Retardant tape that is compliant to FAR 25.853, 25.855 and most recently a tape that can be used to achieve Fire Resistance and Fire Proof to AC20-135 / ISO 2685 (2000F for 5/15 mins resp.) “As applications and environments become more demanding, it is critical that Simrit works to address these changes with proven materials and products that fit our customers’ needs,” said Todd Blair, product development manager. “When we saw the need for an advanced self-fusing silicone tape that could meet even greater requirements such as improved tear and abrasion resistance, or greater fire protection, we applied our proven materials technology to develop these new products.”
The Simrit Division is based at Freudenberg-NOK’s headquarters in Plymouth, Mich. Freudenberg-NOK is part of the Freudenberg and NOK Group Companies, which have total annual sales of more than $7 billion. The global Freudenberg and NOK Group offers an extensive portfolio of precision-molded products for the aerospace, appliance, automotive, marine, medical, off-highway equipment, recreational vehicle and renewable energy markets. For more information, visit the Simrit website at www.simrit.com.
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Editor’s Note: For high-res images of Simrit’s Self-Fusing Silicone Tape line, including its latest sinusoidal fiberglass reinforced tape, please contact Adriana Ferrari at 248-269-1122 or aferrari@bianchipr.com.
“Engineered Seals Withstand Extreme Conditions,” as featured in Machine Design |
Feb 1019 |
Click here to view the article on Simrit’s sealing solutions for extreme conditions that Machine Design recently featured on their website and in their printed magazine.
Quote taken from the article:
Key points:
• Aerospace applications may call for seals that are fireproof, resist fluids, and work over a large temperature range.
• Viscoelastic properties help elastomeric seals work in subfreezing temperatures.
• Semiconductor and alternative energy applications require low-maintenance seals that resist chemicals and weather.
Freudenberg Simrit LP Earns Pattonair Gold Standard Award |
Jan 1019 |
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Jan. 19, 2010 – In recognition of its outstanding delivery and quality performance, Freudenberg Simrit LP, the U.K. sister company of Plymouth, Mich.-based Simrit, was recently awarded the Pattonair Gold Standard Award for supplier excellence during Pattonair’s annual supplier conference. This is the first time Freudenberg Simrit LP has received this award. Simrit is one of only two seal suppliers to be recognized for gold standard performance.
Pattonair, the supply chain business of Umeco plc, is a leading global aerospace and defense service provider, with locations in Asia, Europe and North America. Pattonair’s Gold Standard Award, which is presented every six months, recognizes the company’s 12 best suppliers that provide outstanding performance. Freudenberg Simrit LP has supplied O-rings to Pattonair for the past five years.
“It’s a great honor to be recognized by Pattonair for our dedication to providing superior products and services,” said Stuart Campton, sales director, Europe aerospace and semicon, Simrit. “At Simrit, we strive to offer exceptional customer service, as well as quality products that impeccably fit our customers’ needs.”
“This award is another milestone in Simrit’s global journey,” said Vinay Nilkanth, vice president of global sales, aerospace and semicon, Simrit. “We look forward to continuing our commitment to excellence and hope to expand our product line offering to Pattonair as they expand on their commodity sourcing plans.”
“There is no longer a place in aerospace supply chains for poor performing suppliers and we need to be as demanding of our supply chain as our customers are of us,” said Ian Tumanow, supply chain development director, Pattonair. “The Gold Standard Award was established to recognize our suppliers for business excellence. We thank Simrit for the first-class performance it has delivered to our company during 2009.”
Freudenberg Simrit LP is the U.K. sister company to the Simrit Division based at Freudenberg-NOK’s headquarters in Plymouth, Mich. The Simrit Division is part of the Freudenberg and NOK Group, which has total annual sales of more than $12 billion. Simrit offers an extensive portfolio of sealing solutions for the aerospace, appliance, energy, heavy duty truck, industrial, marine, mobile machinery, recreational vehicle and semiconductor markets. For more information, visit the Simrit website at www.simrit.com.
Umeco is a leading innovator in distribution and supply chain management to the aerospace and defense industries, harnessing new methods for enhancing its customers’ performance and profitability. Umeco also has significant manufacturing interests in advanced composite materials for a growing range of applications in its core aerospace and defense markets and in other high performance technology industries such as motor sport, automotive and wind energy.
Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Umeco had revenue from continuing operations of GBP415.3 million in the year to 31 March 2009. Umeco is managed through two business streams:
Umeco Composites – a provider of a complete range of advanced composite materials principally to the aerospace, motor sport, automotive and wind energy markets. Customers include Boeing, Airbus, BAE Systems, manufacturers of wind turbine blades, a number of manufacturers of high performance super cars and Formula 1 teams including Team McLaren Mercedes.
Umeco Supply Chain – a leading international provider of value-added distribution and supply chain outsourcing services to customers in the aerospace & defense market. With its specialization in the supply of small and medium value components and sophisticated IT systems, its growing global customer base can enjoy significant operational, cost and working capital benefits. Customers include Rolls-Royce plc, BAE Systems, Safran Group, Parker Aerospace, Goodrich, Thales Aerospace, Turbomeca, ATK, Lockheed Martin and the U.S. Department of Defense.
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Editor’s Note:
For an image of Simrit receiving the Pattonair Gold Standard Award at the Annual Suppler Conference, please contact Adriana Ferrari at 248-269-1122 or aferrari@bianchipr.com.
Foreground (shaking hands):
Ian Tumanow, Supply Chain Development Director, Pattonair
Stuart Campton, Sales Director – Europe Aerospace & Semicon, Simrit
Background:
Craig Pilling, Procurement Operations Manager, Pattonair
Scott Wilson, Aerospace Key Account Manager, Simrit
Simrit’s F273 Fluorosilicone Rubber Approved to AMS-7273 Specification |
Jan 1011 |
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Jan. 11, 2010 – Simrit, the industrial products division of Freudenberg-NOK, has recently expanded its material product line with the debut of the F273 material for the aerospace industry. The new material conforms to all requirements of AMS-7273. F273 fluorosilicone rubber products are manufactured in its International Seal® facility located in Santa Ana, Calif.
The F273 material is used in high-performance, high-pressure jet fuel systems and is resistant to jet fuels and synthetic turbine lubricants with a typical application temperature range from -70C to +200C. The AMS-7273 specification is difficult to meet because of stringent requirements for aged properties –meaning that no appreciable property changes are allowed at exposure temperatures up to 200C in dry heat. Additionally, this specification is difficult to meet with the high-pressure, extreme temperature simulated component testing in fuel.
“As a leader and innovator in the sealing industry, Simrit continually strives for growth, innovation and advancement as we create and discover new materials, and with them, new possibilities,” said Vinay Nilkanth, vice president of business development for Simrit. “We are pleased to obtain this approval for our F273 (AMS-7273) compound, which will help meet a need in the market for sealing specific aerospace fluids.”
A market leader in the aerospace, industrial and agriculture/construction market segments, Simrit draws from more than 150 years of experience and well-known brand names including Freudenberg®, NOK®, Disogrin®, Merkel® and International Seal®.
The Simrit Division is based at Freudenberg-NOK’s headquarters in Plymouth, Mich. Freudenberg-NOK is part of the Freudenberg and NOK Group Companies, which have total annual sales of more than $7 billion. The global Freudenberg and NOK Group offers an extensive portfolio of precision-molded products for the aerospace, appliance, automotive, marine, medical, off-highway equipment, recreational vehicle and semiconductor markets.
For more information, visit the Simrit website at www.simrit.com.
Pictures: Simrit’s Germantown, Wis. facility Earns UTC Supplier Gold Award |
Oct 0920 |
Interview with Sam Abdelmalek, Vice President of Supply Management, Pratt & Whitney Canada |
Oct 0912 |
Simrit recently earned the UTC Supplier Gold Award. Click here for the interview with Sam Abdelmalek, Vice President of Supply Management, Pratt & Whitney Canada.