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Gasket shelf life is influenced by several factors. These include the material they’re made from, the environmental conditions they’re subject to and how they’re stored. Different materials have different shelf lives and are impacted by storage and time in different ...

We often want our gaskets to be sufficiently thick. Gasket thickness can have a huge impact on performance and in this post, we outline why. Thicker gaskets also create a more effective seal for damaged or warped flanges, and are ...

We can test gaskets for quality and reliability, which is what Steamline Engineering does when it agrees to supply gaskets from a certain manufacturer. There are a couple of ways to test this: non-destructive and destructive testing methods. Gaskets might ...

An easy way to help the environment when selecting gaskets is to choose the right gasket for the right application. This way, you’ll get more use out of each gasket before they degrade, need replacing, and end up in landfill ...

Gasket compression is the degree to which a gasket is compressed or squeezed between two mating surfaces, creating a seal. Gaskets are designed to seal the gap between two mating flanges. Compression plays a vital role in creating a tight, ...

Using a certain fluid on an incompatible gasket is a serious mistake to make. It can lead to gasket damage, reduced efficiency and even a hazardous situation for your workplace. So, here, Steamline Engineering – Australia’s #1 gasket retailer – ...

Gasket installation is a crucial part of the process, one that can significantly impact your gasket’s performance, durability and even the condition of your equipment. Here, Steamline Engineering outlines several common gasket installation mistakes and how to avoid them When ...

When it comes to replacing and upgrading your gaskets, compliance and safety should be at the top of your mind. In this post, Steamline Engineering explain gasket standards and regulations so that you can successfully comply with Australia’s safety protocol ...

Quality assurance is vital when it comes to gasket manufacturing, and we probably don’t have to explain why. But for good measure, let’s outline a few reasons why you should always look for quality-assured gaskets when it’s time to replace ...

The choice of material is one of the most influential factors on how well a gasket can perform its sealing duties. Material choice also determines chemical resistance – an important factor for industrial applications. But design isn’t just influenced by ...

Gaskets act as a seal in various applications – from automotive engines to industrial machinery and underwater gas pipelines. This prevents the two surfaces from becoming damages and leaking, keeping your equipment in tip-top condition and preventing any safety hazards ...

Smooth, seamless operation depends greatly on your gasket quality, so there’s no question about how crucial it is to pick a quality gasket supplier when it’s time to replace or upgrade. But how do we do this? Gasket selection isn’t ...

The Ultimate in Gland Packing Suppliers in Australia In need of a stuffing box to house the head of a tap, a piston rod or the shaft of a hand pump? No problem – Steamline Engineering has you covered. We ...

Supplying High-Grade PTFE Packing in Melbourne and Australia Wide Here at Steamline Engineering, we endeavour to stock all types of PTFE packing materials for our clients across Australia. With low-friction, chemical resistance, heat endurance, and high-safety guaranteed, our products are ...

WB Series of welding blankets are Australian made. WB Series are constructed from a continuous filament glass fibre cloth which has been treated (refer below for treatments / temperature limitations). WB Series all have finished edges so as to eliminate ...

Our range of high quality covers are designed and manufactured using the latest industrial fabric range. We design quality removable/reusable thermal exhaust covers, based on specific application requirements. Our technical consultants work with each client throughout the process of designing ...

Our range of covers can easily be maintained, removed and replaced. Depending on temperature and environment, the covers can be fixed using either industrial hooks and loops or stainless steel pins with lock wires and springs. Our experienced technical team ...

BT Series of tapes are Australian made and manufactured. BT Series of Folded Tapes are designed to provide a thermal seal between the shell and access door or cover of heat generating equipment. BT Series of Folded Tapes are fabricated ...

Controller-One, is a sealing set projected to answer the request of a reliable product and in conformity to the regulations concerning the “check of the fugitive emissions”. Performing at mechanical and chemical standard as XV48 GR8807 from which it derives, ...

Controller-Two, is a sealing set projected to answer the request of a reliable product and in conformity to the regulations concerning the “check of the fugitive emissions”. Performing at mechanical and chemical standard as XV48 GR8807 from which it derives, ...

We Sell Leading Range Carrara Gaskets Throughout Australia Carrara makes large and small series of spiral wound gaskets for Globe, Gate and Spherical valves, as well as for more specialised valves and equipment. Carrara’s technical office can boast years of ...

The Firefly Millboard FF700 is a non-asbestos and non-ceramic millboard sheet comprised of mineral wool fibres bonded with high temperature clays. It possesses good thermal insulation properties and is strong at temperature. The Firefly millboard is a commercial grade millboard ...

The PTFE thats renewed. The product range in PTFE Planiflon acquires new models in order to better satisfy the technical requirments of our customers. Search between the different products and you will find your solution! PLANIFLON is a step ahead ...

The CARRARA graphite sheets line is composed of three products, all available in the formats 1000x1000 in the thicknesses 1.0 - 1.5 - 2.0 - 3.0 mm, to satisfy all the applications in which the graphite packing is the right ...

The CARRARA Non-Asbestos Gaskets line is divided in three typologies: PF63, PF64 and PF81. The constitution is the same for all the types: aramid fibres, NBR elastomeric binder and mineral loads. The lines differ themselves for the mix of these ...

GR48 is a packing braided with pure mineral expanded graphite. Applications It is suitable for industrial valves and pumps applications in power plants, petrochemical operations and refineries at high temperatures. Not suitable for use with strong oxidisers, combustion gases and ...

Braided with flexible graphite strands with a special compound of colloidal graphite, its special composition guarantees exceptional resistance in high pressures and temperatures. The unit is flexible, resistant, easy to install, and provides low oxidation and fiction rates. Applications GR80SGR ...

With a special braided packing made from 99.5% Rayon yarns, it has a high carbon content and is flexible and insensitive to thermal cycles. The yarns are impregnated with colloidal graphite to minimise corrosion. Applications GR 8888 has high temperature ...

Special packing in pure graphite yarn with discontinued micrometallic reinforcement. The special impregnation occurs in three phases: on the single yarns, on the packing body and on its surface. Inorganic corrosion inhibitor is present in the impregnation. Recommended Uses Packing ...

Packing made by using as support material very pure virgin PTFE in very thin threads. The impregnation occurs in two phases: on the individual yarn and on the packing body by immersion in dispersion. Recommended Uses Packing to be used ...

Packing made from synthetic fibre yarn expressly selected to answer the request of universal use product, impregnated in PTFE dispersion and silicon free lubricants. Recommended Uses Packing for general uses in centrifugal and alternative pumps, valves, agitators and mixers. N3404 ...

Packing made from pure yarn of expanded PTFE where graphite is encapsulated. The particularity of this yarn is to combine the qualities of the PTFE and of the graphite. The encapsulation of the graphite in the expanded PTFE eliminates the ...

This unit has a special braided packing made from 100% graphite yarn impregnated with a special compound including pure colloidal graphite. As a passive inhibitor of corrosion, the PAN yarns do not show signs of ageing and ensure a longer ...

Packing made from pure ramie yarn with special impregnation of PTFE. The product does not eat into the shafts and it is easily adjustable. Recommended Uses Packing suitable for centrifugal and alternative pumps in the paper mills, food and petroliferous ...

Packing for the most severe uses where only the pure PTFE ensures the sealing. Each fibre is lubricated with a heat dispersion in order to eliminate at the most heat friction. Recommended Uses Because of the absolute chemical inertia of ...

Particularly suitable in steam boiler feed water pumps and on valves at low to medium pressure. Recommended Uses Specific packing for applications on boiler feeding pumps, process fluids and petroliferous products. Applications Pure carbon yarn packing, single impregnation, round and ...

Packing manufactured to offer a valid product at a very reasonable price. It is constituted of composite synthetic fibre at the intermediate stage of pre-oxidation, with graphite and silicon free lubricants base impregnation. Recommended Uses Packing suitable for applications on ...

Packing made from synthetic fibre yarn expressly selected to answer the request of universal use product, impregnated in PTFE dispersion and silicon free lubricants. Recommended Uses div>Packing for general uses in centrifugal and alternative pumps, valves, agitators and mixers. Applications ...

Packing made from pure yarn of expanded PTFE where graphite is encapsulated. The particularity of this yarn is to combine the qualities of the PTFE and of the graphite. The encapsulation of the graphite in the expanded PTFE eliminates the ...