Discover how our Simriz® quick tooling and robust supply chain ensure uninterrupted FFKM seal availability for an American seed and agricultural chemical company.

As a leading expert in sealing technologies and innovative product designs, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies stands poised to meet the unique needs of industry giants. When our distributor faced a material challenge on behalf of a significant American agricultural enterprise, they turned to us for a solution.

The Challenge: The agricultural company urgently required FFKM seals due to a market exit by a primary FFKM supplier. Our distributor sought a high-quality, custom sealing solution, demanding fast delivery to fulfill specific quality and performance standards.

The Solution and Beyond: Engaging our materials team, we leveraged our integrated supply chain to provide Simriz® 498—a superior FFKM material. Simriz® 498 excels in extreme environments, handling temperatures up to 617°F and aggressive chemicals.

To meet exact seal requirements, we swiftly developed 14 metric-sized tools, bolstering our Santa Ana facility's ability to tailor solutions. Our rapid tooling service offers sizes from .5” to 5.27” for various compounds, ensuring peak efficiency and shorter lead times.

The Results: By swiftly delivering 14 new tooling solutions, we secured a reliable supply of Simriz® FFKM seals, fostering seamless operations for our customer. The project generated substantial value, securing significant business for our distributor while reinforcing our partnership.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, with its deep material expertise and agile solution development, continues to support distributors, showcasing premium materials and capabilities. Our collaborative network reinforces industry resilience, proving that we are stronger together.

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