In the article for the July issue of the Valve World magazine, ESA member and Chair of Flange Gasket Division, Sandi van den Broeck gives and overview of some typical packaging and handling practices for gasket materials.
Today all kinds of industrial and household goods are transported all over the globe by different means of transport and the importance of protecting these products so they are delivers in good order is imperative. Whilst ultimate care is taken during every stage of the production process to achieve a high-quality end-product, it should continue during transport. Gasket materials should be handled carefully to its final destination to ensure their condition will retain. This in turn will permit sealing reliability and customer satisfaction.
The full article “The recommended handling and appropriate packaging for flange gaskets” can be found by clicking here [PDF] or visiting our web site in Publications section.