To develop a well performing seal, a very important factor is the quality of the materials. A selection of the most suitable rubber compound, metal and spring must be made, and any single one of these components cannot be overlooked.
A compound is a mixture of elastomers and other ingredients (in either the vulcanised or un-vulcanised state) which make a useful rubber-like material. The compounder uses one or more polymers, adds reinforcing agents, curing or vulcanizing agents, plasticizers, accelerators, retarders, anti-oxidants, anti-ozonants or anti-rads to build the sealing material. This is one of KOK’s core competencies.
