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Simrit Introduces New Fluorocarbon Compounds for Demanding Semiconductor Sealing |
Jul 1013 |
PLYMOUTH, Mich., July 13, 2010 – As the fast-paced semiconductor industry continually develops the latest microelectronics innovations, smaller components – such as seals – are an often overlooked, but extremely critical, part of the process. To help its customers create the latest industry advancements, Simrit is debuting two new fluorocarbon (FKM) compounds – VO628 and VO793 – during SEMICON® West 2010 held July 13 to 15 in San Francisco.
With their high-purity and low metal ion impurities, both critical to ensuring that no contaminants go into the clean-room production of semiconductor wafers and chips, Simrit’s VO628 and VO793 materials were created specifically for use in semiconductor fabrication processes. Both materials can be utilized in a variety of products including O-rings and bonded gates.
“As a materials specialist, it is our job to ensure industry innovations are possible by developing compounds that can withstand the evolving chemicals, temperatures and materials that threaten traditional semiconductor applications,” said Robert W. Keller, materials development manager, Simrit Division of Freudenberg-NOK. “Our latest material developments, VO628 and VO793, offer superior purity while still providing the extreme performance requirements the semiconductor industry demands.”
VO628 is a 65 nominal Shore A hardness FKM compound, while VO793 is a 75 nominal Shore A hardness FKM compound. Both materials are brown and made with no fillers and minimal metal ion impurities to offer superior high-temperature and long-term compression set characteristics compared to traditional FKM materials.
Offering excellent resistance to oxygen etch and oxygen plasma systems and performance in rapid pump-down high vacuum systems, VO628 and VO793 are useful in semiconductor applications requiring rapid development of high vacuum levels.
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 a high-res image of Simrit’s VO628 and VO793 materials, please contact Adriana Ferrari at 248-269-1122 or aferrari@bianchipr.com.
Simrit and Klüber Lubrication to Debut Lube&Seal Sealing System at WINDPOWER 2010 |
May 1017 |
Innovative collaboration results in precise, reliable sealing system and complementing lubricants for use in wind turbines
DALLAS, May 17, 2010 – Wind turbines, and all of the components within each machine, must be built to withstand a wide range of harsh environmental elements. Even the smallest part, if poorly manufactured, can cause big problems. That’s why Simrit and Klüber Lubrication North America L.P., two specialists within the Freudenberg Group, have combined their expertise to offer the Lube&Seal package, which provides the windpower industry the optimal combination of lubricants and seals.
The Lube&Seal sealing solution combines Simrit’s expertise in sealing technology and vibration control with Klüber’s unparalleled knowledge in lubricants. This collaboration integrates sealing lip systems and lubricants into a more reliable tribological system for wind turbine gears.
“We are excited about our partnership with Klüber as it allows us to design, develop and manufacture a complete sealing system using the best possible materials and lubricants,” said Dave Monaco, president, Simrit. “As a result, we can provide our customers with an all-in-one solution of the highest quality and durability, which is critically important in the windpower industry.”
As an integrated system, the Lube&Seal helps minimize breakdowns in wind turbines due to leaks, while simultaneously preventing wear and reducing damage that can be caused by thermal instability and other environmental elements of particular concern to wind turbine manufacturers, such as the ozone, salty air and mineral oils.
“Repairs on wind turbines can be costly, difficult and dangerous,” said Jesse Dilk, industry group manager – wind, Klüber Lubrication North America L.P. “Therefore, it is vital to use high-quality components at every opportunity. Bearings, seals and lubricants are essential design elements when analyzing mechanical systems. Optimization of these elements leads to a more efficient, reliable machine design.”
A Lube&Seal package undergoes extensive testing and certification procedures to ensure chemical compatibility, low friction, temperature resistance, corrosion protection, contamination reduction and extended service life. This collaborative technology offered by Klüber and Simrit contributes to the overall quality and performance of wind turbines by reducing wear and deterioration of key mechanical components.
Simrit and Klüber will debut their products and services at WINDPOWER 2010, which takes place from May 23 to 26 in Dallas. Please visit the companies’ booth (9648) at the Dallas Convention Center to gather additional information and speak to representatives about potential cost savings, increased warranty protection, extended service life and reduced failure rates of the Lube&Seal solution.
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.
Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, has long been on the cutting edge of lubricant technology. For more than 80 years, we have been committed to providing tribological solutions for our customers, by manufacturing and supplying specialty lubricants for extreme applications. Our lubricants succeed where conventional lubricants fail. Our philosophy of product innovation demands that we work cooperatively with our customers and has earned us the reputation of reliable partner and solution provider. With representation around the globe, and a product portfolio of more than 2,000 standard lubricants, Klüber’s products and services are available wherever and whenever they are needed. Lubrication is our World! For more information, visit www.klubersolutions.com/wind.
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Editor’s Note: For an image of the Lube&Seal solution or a copy of an informational brochure, 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.
Simrit Offers New Sealing Overview Brochure for Customers |
Oct 0930 |
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Oct. 30, 2009 – Showcasing a variety of sealing solutions, Simrit – the industrial sealing products division of Freudenberg-NOK – has published the redesigned customer-focused Simrit Overview New Dimensions in Sealing brochure.
The comprehensive guide takes customers through Simrit’s main markets, including: aerospace; agriculture and construction; semiconductor; heavy duty truck; renewable energy; process industries and power transmission. In each market, specific seal applications are identified to help customers better understand and utilize Simrit’s extensive products and capabilities.
In addition to the company’s extensive product lines, the brochure highlights Simrit’s engineering and manufacturing expertise, as well as its advanced technology that far exceeds each industry’s standards. As a quick reference, the last page of the brochure showcases the different product groupings and possible applications. Each product is manufactured with the uncompromising commitment to the highest possible quality.
To obtain a copy of Simrit’s Overview brochure, please visit www.simritna.com and use the Literature Request Form to have a copy shipped directly to you, or contact Anna Blackburn at anna.blackburn@simrit.us.
The Simrit Division is based at Freudenberg-NOK’s headquarters in Plymouth, Mich., and 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.
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Editor’s Note:
For a high-res image of Simrit’s new brochure, please contact Adriana Ferrari at 248-269-1122 or aferrari@bianchipr.com.