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What Makes an Effective RFQ?
What is an RFQ? An RFQ (Request For Quote) is a document detailing the pricing options for a …
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Why Small Quantity Prototyping is a Big Deal
The prototyping process is one that can be modified based on what a manufacturer has carved out for …
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Rising Temperatures and O-Ring Failure
Temperature is one of many factors to consider when selecting the best o-ring material for a given application. …
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Troubleshooting Common Causes of O-Ring Failure
O-Ring failure typically results from a combination of adverse effects and environmental factors. These complex combinations of stresses …
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A Quick Guide to Thermoplastic Elastomers
Thermoplastic elastomers are copolymers that are created to combine the advantages of plastics with the performance of elastomers. …
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The Effects of Temperature on O-Ring Function
Temperature is one of many factors to consider when selecting the best o-ring material for a given application. …
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Preventing Failure in O-Ring Leak Paths
Designing something as deceptively complex as an o-ring requires rigorous testing and attention to detail. Despite dedicated time …
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Examining Medical Grade Seals
As the medical industry advances, medical equipment and the components they are made of must become more advanced …
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