Bespoke rubber for maritime chemical transportation

Find out how TRP Polymer Solutions can commission bespoke rubber products for chemical transportation.

At TRP Polymer Solutions, our polymer experts understand the demands placed on seals and O-rings in the maritime chemical transportation industry. As such, we can design and manufacture bespoke sealing products that deliver the highest standards of performance, durability, reliability and chemical resistance for your application.

Choosing rubber for chemical transportation by sea

• Finding the highest levels of resistance. For maritime chemical transportation applications, it’s imperative that the rubber seals and O-rings involved provide the highest levels of chemical resistance. TRP Polymer Solutions uses a wide selection of chemically resistant polymers – including Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and Perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) – as the backbone of our high-performance materials, which we intensively engineer to instil the most desirable properties for your specific application.
• Develop exceptional sealing. We then use these enhanced materials as the foundation to design and manufacture your specific end product. In the case of maritime chemical transportation applications, our primary focus will, of course, be to develop a sealing product that exhibits exceptional chemical resistance. As an optional base polymer, PTFE is extremely chemically resistant and impervious to break down. It is also easy to clean, so can withstand aggressive chemical or steam cleaning.
• Rigorous technological testing: Another material option available is our own unique TRPlast™ FFKM grades, which have been developed specifically for the rigours of chemical processing industries. Our polymer technologists work closely with you to ensure our TRPlast seals are reliable, completely suitable for your chemical processing environment and are thoroughly tested in order to ensure they will meet your exact needs.

For maritime chemical transportation, the rubber products used must provide the highest levels of chemical resistance

TRPlast™ FFKM grades suitable for maritime chemical transportation

TRP Polymer Solutions has developed numerous specialist TRPlast™ FFKM grades that are designed with the maritime chemical transportation industry firmly in mind. We can offer countless options, which our knowledgeable technical experts will be only too happy to discuss with you. We will collaborate with you throughout the whole process, from our recommended polymer material, through to the development of your bespoke sealing product.

Below, we’ve provided just a snapshot of some of our most innovative FFKM grades for your consideration:

1. TRPlast 260B – Universal Black: Combining the broadest chemical resistance available, with outstanding physical properties, TRPlast 260B is a black 75 IRHD perfluoroelastomer with a maximum recommended operating temperature of 260°C (500°F). TRPlast FFKM can be supplied as O rings or custom rubber mouldings including gasket, seals and diaphragms.
2. TRPlast 316B – High Temperature: A low compression set material, TRPlast 316B is a black 75 IRHD perfluoroelastomer developed for optimum resistance through thermal cycling. This chemical resistant elastomer has a maximum recommended operating temperature of 316°C (600°F).
3. TRPlast 260W – Universal White: TRPlast 260W is a white 75 IRHD perfluoroelastomer that has been developed to avoid carbon black contamination. Particularly suited for use in strong oxidising media and hot aqueous solutions, this chemical resistant elastomer has a maximum recommended operating temperature of 260°C (500°F).

Contact TRP Polymer Solutions for your bespoke commission today

For more information on how TRP Polymer Solutions can provide the ideal rubber product for your maritime chemical transportation application, talk to our team today. Call us on +44 (0)1432 268899 or email sales@trp.co.uk.