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“Based on our test results and simulated component tests, we knew that the E454 material was a quantum leap over competitive materials when we commercialized it in 2006,” said Dr. Robert W. Keller, materials development manager, Simrit. “Today, our E454 compound not only meets the demanding requirements of NAS-1613 Rev. 5 in all commercially available phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, but it significantly outperforms competitive materials in both simulated and actual application systems.”

 The hydraulically boosted primary and secondary flight controls are critical to modern commercial aviation, as they provide the basic abilities of the aircraft to fly, turn, climb, descend and stop. As a result, all aspects of the systems – including the sealing technologies – are vital to passenger safety.

“To ensure the consistency and quality of the product, we only manufacture the E454 compound at our Santa Ana, California AS9100 and Nadcap-certified facility,” said Vinay Nilkanth, vice president of global sales, aerospace, Simrit. “This allows us to manufacture the highest-quality products for our customers’ crucial needs.”

As a result of its superior composition and performance, several major commercial aircraft manufacturers and suppliers have chosen the material over its competitors. As an example, Simrit’s E454 O-rings were chosen exclusively by a major manufacturer of flight control hydraulic power units and were evaluated with the latest Type V (AS1241) phosphate ester hydraulic fluids in a wide body commercial aircraft. After several thousand hours of service and several hundred complete flight cycles, the Simrit E454 O-rings were examined and found to be in “as new” condition in terms of dimensions and physical properties. Competitive O-rings had shown issues with wear and compression set under similar circumstances.

Additionally, a major manufacturer of components for phosphate ester hydraulic flight controls switched all of their components to Simrit E454 O-rings to solve leakage issues on a variety of commercial airliners. The Simrit O-rings were selected after the competitive O-rings were not able to perform despite several re-designs and two years of trial-and-error evaluations.

Additional information about Simrit’s E454 O-rings and sealing systems will be available at the Simrit booth (#C19) located in Hall 3 during the 49^th International Paris Air Show held in Le Bourget, France from June 20 to 26. 

Simrit is part of Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies and offers an extensive portfolio of precision-manufactured products for the aerospace, agriculture, appliance, construction, energy, fluid power, mechanical power generation, mechanical power transmission and recreational markets. Simrit’s global sales exceed $1.3 billion. For more information, visit the Simrit website at www.simrit.com.

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The AS9100 standard was designed to address the complex and unique demands of the aerospace industry, and emphasizes process and service safety, as well as product quality and reliability. The expanded product design scope of the certification is key to making the Santa Ana facility a self-contained “one-stop shop” for Simrit’s aerospace products.

“This certification is an important milestone and integral part of our strategy for the Santa Ana facility to become the global lead center for the aerospace industry and other industrial market segments.” said Carsten Mueller, global lead center manager, O-rings Industry, Simrit. “The facility has been AS9100 registered as a manufacturing site for several years, but this expands the responsibility to include product design as well.”

The new standard allows the facility to serve as a full lead center for Simrit’s global aerospace customers, including design, engineering, production / manufacturing and “cradle to grave” capabilities. Customers can go from product design to product verification to production quote to full production in one facility. This simplifies the product flow from concept and design to full, serial production and underscores Simrit’s continual commitment to waste elimination and lean principles.

With more than 30 years of experience in the manufacturing of aerospace O-rings, plate seals and molded shapes, Simrit’s Santa Ana facility is Nadcap approved for critical aerospace applications (the first O-ring plant in the world to receive this prestigious certification). The facility houses an American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) certified laboratory and produces nitrile, ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM), silicone, fluorosilicate, fluorocarbon and per fluorinated elastomeric components.

Simrit is part of Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies and offers an extensive portfolio of precision-manufactured products for the aerospace, agriculture, appliance, construction, energy, fluid power, mechanical power generation, mechanical power transmission and recreational markets. Simrit’s global sales exceed $1.3 billion. For more information, visit the Simrit website at www.simrit.com.

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The sheet can be found by selecting the “Brochures” tab and then clicking the drop down “EPDM” under the “Material Properties Sheets” listing or is available for PDF download here.

Simrit’s E454 black compound is intended for NAS-1611-XXXA and NAS-1612-YYA (A-code) series O-rings. Developed by Simrit in 2005, the E454 compound is applicable for the following applications: commercial aircraft hydraulic flight control units (primary and secondary); power units and pumps; and aircraft braking systems.

Certification was achieved after a major manufacturer of flight control power units requested the material be tested to the NAS 1613 specification. As a result, the material was tested on all type 5 fluids, making Simrit the only material supplier with this type of testing knowledge.

“Our latest certification highlights Simrit’s dedication to developing and manufacturing sealing materials that meet our customers’, as well as the aerospace industries’, demanding needs,” said Dr. Robert Keller, materials development manager, Simrit. “In the case of our E454 compound, the material’s test results were one of the key reasons a leading aerospace manufacturer chose to work with us. This is just another example of how Simrit products consistently meet the needs of the evolving aerospace industry.”

The NAS 1613 specification covers elastomeric seals used in phosphate ester hydraulic fluids, which are widely used in aircraft for hydraulically boosted primary and secondary flight controls and hydraulic brake systems. The seals involved are especially critical, since leakage of the phosphate ester hydraulic fluid is flight safety critical for hydraulic controls in all stages of the aircraft operation (taxi, take-off, climb, cruise, descent, landing and braking).

Because of the highly critical nature of these seals, the NAS-1613 specification is one of the most rigorous and extensive in the sealing industry. The specification was written to assure long-term seal performance through a wide temperature range from the frigid air of high altitude cruise flight to the extreme high temperature of anti-lock braking during landing. While there are many firms that manufacture O-rings, very few opt to participate in this specification because of the rigorous requirements for the material.

Simrit 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-manufactured 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 or test data of the E454 compound, please contact Adriana Ferrari at 248-269-1122 or aferrari@bianchipr.com.

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.

 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.

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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.

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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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

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.