Introduction On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig, operated by Transocean on behalf of BP, suffered a catastrophic blowout that claimed eleven lives, left numerous ...
Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber, or HNBR for short, is pretty amazing stuff. It’s tough against heat, oil, and all sorts of chemicals, making it ...
Introduction In the world of mechanical systems, it’s often the seemingly minor and cost-effective components that can have the most significant impacts. The loss ...
Introduction Alright, buckle up. If you’ve been snoozing on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) regulations, it’s time for a wake-up call. Both the ...
A question that comes up frequently is whether, when using a spring energized seal, should the spring material be Elgiloy or will 316 stainless steel suffice. ...
