7 ways to seal an industrial enclosure

Overview of several housings with rubber seal.

The sealing of an industrial enclosure is rarely given much attention – yet it is almost always one of the most critical aspects. Which sealing method is technically and economically sensible depends on the specific application.

Deflashing of rubber moulded parts

Opened de-burring machine from which de-burred rubber mouldings fall out.

The removal of the burr can be done manually, thermomechanically, by friction, or tool-bound. If rubber is to be deburred, there are fundamentally four industrial methods from which to choose.

Additives

Header Process article: Additive

Additives in elastomer compounds control processing, ageing resistance, cross-linking and functional properties. Overview of mechanisms of action, additive classes and technical classification.

Primer

Header Process article: Additive

How can rubber be bonded to a substrate (metal)? Basics, function and process reliability for primer application.