Custom Gaskets | Precision Cutting Service https://precisioncuttingservice.com Sun, 17 Dec 2023 16:27:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/cropped-pcs-logo-1-32x32.png Custom Gaskets | Precision Cutting Service https://precisioncuttingservice.com 32 32 Waterjet Cutting—The Future of Custom Cut Gasket Manufacturing https://precisioncuttingservice.com/waterjet-cutting-future-of-custom-cut-gasket-manufacturing/ Sun, 17 Dec 2023 16:27:29 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2379 The options for producing custom cut gaskets are evolving and waterjet cutting is leading the way. As industries seek more efficient and reliable sealing solutions, the enormous capabilities that waterjet cutting offers solve virtually every gasket need found throughout the US.

As a pioneer in this domain, Precision Cutting Service distinguishes itself by providing state-of-the-art materials and services to meet the varied demands of clients in all industry sectors. This blog explores how they, with their modern waterjet cutting systems, are influencing how gaskets are being produced today and will be in the future.

Custom Waterjet Cutting Service

Waterjet Cutting

This technology is strong, fast, economical and adaptable, and is especially useful for producing gaskets from metals, polymers, rubber, and composites. These sophisticated waterjet cutting systems use programmatic digital front ends and fine, high-pressure streams of water to precisely shape custom or standard gaskets on demand in volumes both large and small. It is perfect for cutting both intricate and straight forward designs that often prove to be challenging for less-flexible technologies.

Precision

A critical requirement for gasket production is precision and repeatability. The waterjet cutting systems that Precision Cutting Service employs dependably cut designs, either as one-offs or as repeat orders, with tolerances as tight as .003,” in thicknesses up to 8” and in sizes as small or smaller than a dime or as large or larger than a full-size SUV. While this flexibility is important for all industries, it is essential for aerospace, medicine and petrochemicals, where a leak or pressure seal failure could cause catastrophic damage, injury or death.

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 Material Versatility

There are any number of materials available for producing dependable gaskets and Precision Cutting Service leads the way in custom cutting them for industries nationwide. Three of the more commonly used materials are:

  • Silicone—perfect for gaskets in automotive engines, aircraft fuel lines, and electronic components because of its resilience to heat, chemicals, and UV light.
  • Rubber— a great material for gaskets in machinery, various sealing applications, and power transmission systems because of its strength, flexibility, and adaptability.
  • Non-asbestos fiber—suitable for gaskets in boilers, furnaces, and other demanding applications. It offers safety, fire resistance, and high-temperature tolerance.

If you are looking for proven gasket solutions, reach out to Precision Cutting Service today. You can use their online contact us form, or their online quote form, or you can simply call 912-233-9550. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be delighted to answer your questions and further explain how our waterjet cutting capabilities will help you achieve the results you want.

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Choosing the Right Material for Your Custom Cut Gaskets https://precisioncuttingservice.com/choosing-right-material-for-custom-cut-gaskets/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 12:16:47 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2374 Maximizing manufacturing efficiency requires a keen understanding of custom cut gaskets. These unassuming components manage pressure, control heat, and prevent leaks. Not only that, they play a key role in ensuring the seamless operation of manufacturing processes. Therefore, carefully selecting materials for these gaskets is paramount, as they directly influence their ability to ensure efficiency and reliability.

In this context, waterjet cutting and Precision Cutting Service are the preferred solution for crafting custom cut gaskets. Because of their unparalleled ability to precisely cut any gasket material in various forms, sizes, and thicknesses, thousands of companies nationwide rely on them of all their gasket needs.

Their versatile waterjet cutting systems supports applications across industries, including food and beverage, aerospace, transportation, petroleum refining and more.

Here’s a closer look at the best options for crafting custom cut gaskets.

Gasket Material

Best Materials for Custom Cut Gaskets

Rubber:

  • Applications: Versatile, suitable for various environmental conditions.
  • Materials: Rubber molding compounds, closed-cell sponge rubber, open-cell sponge rubber.

Compressed Non-Asbestos:

  • Applications: Enhanced temperature and pressure performance.
  • Materials: Fiberglass or aramid fibers combined with rubber.

Cork:

  • Applications: High compressibility and flexibility; resistant to fuels, oils, and solvents.
  • Materials: Cork combined with rubber, such as nitrile or neoprene.

Electrical Insulation:

  • Applications: Lack of electrical conductivity for electrical applications.
  • Materials: Mylar, Viton, Kapton, Vamac AEM.

Fiber:

  • Applications: Encompasses various fiber-based materials.
  • Materials: Cellulose fiber, insulating fiber, vegetable fiber, synthetic fiber.

Foam:

  • Applications: Ideal for trapping gas within interconnected cells.
  • Materials: Custom foam gaskets and seals.

Felt:

  • Applications: Wool-based material suitable for various uses.
  • Materials: Custom die-cut felt products.

Flexible Graphite: 

  • Applications: Withstand high temperatures.
  • Materials: Grafoil flexible graphite gaskets.

Plastics:

  • Applications: Diverse applications with enhanced characteristics.
  • Materials: Custom plastic gaskets, seals, and washers.

 High-Temperature Materials: 

  • Applications: Designed to withstand exposure to high temperatures.
  • Materials: High-temperature gaskets.

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Key Considerations for Choosing the Right Material for Your Custom Cut Gaskets

  • Temperature: Consider the expected temperature range.
  • Pressure: Assess the anticipated pressure range.
  • Media: Identify the materials the gasket will be exposed to.
  • UV and Ozone Exposure: Determine exposure to UV radiation and ozone.
  • Product Standards: Check for industry-specific product requirements.
  • Industry Standards: Ensure compliance with industry-specific standards.

Tips for Choosing the Best Gasket

 Gasket Material

  • Metallic Gaskets: Ideal for high-pressure applications.
  • Non-metallic/Soft Gaskets: Affordable and suitable for low-pressure applications.
  • Semi-Metallic/Composite Gaskets: Blend of metal and non-metal materials for versatility.

Evaluating Environment

  • Assess fluid temperature, corrosive properties, and pressure.

Types of Gaskets

  • Explore jacketed, solid, spiral wound, and kammprofile gaskets.

Consulting a Gasket Design Engineer:

  • Seek expert guidance for custom or specialized applications.

Testing for Performance

  • Ensure gaskets meet safety standards through rigorous testing.

Choose the Right Manufacturer

Founded in 1994, Precision Cutting Service, provides the experience and expertise you need. Contact them today via their website, or email sales@precisioncutting.com, or fill our their quote request form, or simply call 912-233-9550.

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Reap the Benefits of Waterjet Cutting for all Your Gasket Needs https://precisioncuttingservice.com/benefits-of-waterjet-cutting-for-your-gasket-needs/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:35:30 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2361 Gaskets play a critical role in the performance of most complex pieces of manufacturing equipment. They impact the efficiency, effectiveness, reliability, and safety of the tasks at hand by controlling pressure, managing heat and preventing leaks.

Waterjet cutting is perhaps the best way to produce gaskets of all shapes, sizes and thicknesses— in quantities large and small—for just about any piece of equipment. This is especially true for custom applications. From food and beverage processing, to oil refining, to aerospace manufacturing and every industry in between, you’ll find both standard and custom gaskets produced by top water jet cutting firms to be cost effective, accessible and highly dependable.

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Precision Cutting Service is one of the nation’s leading gasket manufacturing firms. Founded more than 29 years ago, its waterjet systems can tailor industry specific gaskets from just about any type of industrial gasket material. Our reputation for excellence is founded on our ability to produce high-quality custom cut gaskets with incredible speed and accuracy, and for prices that beat other forms of gasket production. Take a look at our blog to learn more about how our custom gasket cutting services can make your life easier.

 Benefits of Custom Cut Gaskets Using Waterjet Technology 

  1. Unparalleled Precision

The tiniest deviation from the intended dimensions of a gasket can lead to leaks, inefficiencies, accidents and costly downtime. Our waterjet cutting nozzles guide an extremely fine high-pressure stream of water to shape the gaskets you need with unparalleled precision. These nozzles are directed by our sophisticated computer numerical control (CNC) software to make the most intricate or routine cuts so that your gaskets always perform as specified. Every edge is clean, smooth and well-defined, and never require post finishing, like trimming burrs or other irregularities.

  1. Material Selection

Waterjet cutting technology accommodates various materials to meet the specific requirements of diverse industries and applications. It can cut rubber O-rings or flange gaskets. It can cut metal gaskets from materials like stainless steel, brass, bronze or aluminum. It can also produce plastic, neoprene, and Teflon® gaskets, among others, for chemical resistance.

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  1. Speed and Efficiency

Waterjet technology significantly accelerates the process of gasket cutting because, in part, it enables a variety of pieces to be nested and cut from large sheets of material without the need for reprogramming, saving labor setup and handling. In addition, the pressurized stream of water it uses to make its cuts is razor sharp, keeping cutting resistance to a minimum.

  1. Reduction in Material Waste

In addition to the nesting capabilities outlined above, the precision of waterjet cutting technology minimizes material waste. The CNC software we use ensures that each cut is optimized for the least amount of material necessary.

  1. Complex Geometries and Prototyping

Waterjet technology can cut intricate shapes and complex geometries with ease. This advantage is invaluable when dealing with custom or prototype gaskets. Whether you’re designing a new component that requires a unique sealing solution, or you need to prototype gaskets for testing and evaluation, a proven waterjet cutting firm, like Precision Cutting Service, offers unparalleled flexibility.

With unrivalled precision, versatility in material selection, and efficiency, Precision Cutting Service provides gasket solutions for every industry. To learn more, use our online form to Request for a Quote, or call 912-233-9550 or send us an email to sales@precisioncuttingservice.com.

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Types Of Industrial Gasket Material https://precisioncuttingservice.com/types-of-industrial-gasket-material/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:46:54 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2332 Industrial gaskets, when made correctly, create reliable seals between two surfaces to keep equipment operating safely and productively. They come in a variety of materials and offer unique benefits to suit specific purposes and conditions.

Founded in 1994, Precision Cutting Service is one of the nation’s most trusted industrial gasket manufacturers. The people there, better than most, know what materials best perform in virtually every industrial application that requires a seal. They are also the leading experts at efficiently and effectively producing gaskets to help industrial firms operate at optimum levels.

Refinery Gaskets

This discussion is a brief overview of the different types of industrial gasket materials and the various business sectors that use them.

Graphite Gaskets
Graphic gaskets provide excellent thermal conductivity, chemical resistance and low creep relaxation (elasticity loss). They are also particularly good for high temperature, high-pressure applications, such as those found in refineries, petrochemical plants and power generation stations.

PTFE Gaskets
PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), also known as Teflon®, is an effective gasket material for industries that deal with corrosive chemicals and/or extreme temperature fluctuations. They are commonly used in chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and food manufacturing.

Non-Asbestos Gaskets
Non-asbestos gaskets, as one might surmise, eliminate the health risks associated with traditional asbestos gaskets. They are made from synthetic fibers, such as rubber, graphite, or PTFE.

Rubber Gaskets
Rubber gasket material comes in various elastomers, like Nitrile, EPDM, Silicone, and Neoprene. Each offers their own unique benefits.

Nitrile is resistant to oil. EPDM is ideal for O-ring and water gaskets. Silicone is good for high temperatures and Neoprene provides excellent resistance to oil, ozone, and oxidation and is prevalent in petrochemical operations.

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Metal Gaskets
Metal gaskets are usually made from copper, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel. Copper gaskets, for example, are used in vacuum systems. Brass gaskets are often found in pipe fitting and seal applications. Aluminum gaskets are perfect for the automotive industry, among others, where intricate shapes are required that won’t break or weaken, and stainless steel is a reliable gasket material for corrosive environments and where the gaskets must absorb a tremendous amount stress and vibration.

To learn more about industrial gasket manufacturing and how Precision Cutting Service can help your business, contact our knowledgeable and friendly customer service staff today!

Feel free to call us at 912-233-9550 or email sales@precisioncuttingservice.com. You can also send us a quote request using the online form found on the home page of our website or use our Contact Us page to get in touch with one of our team leaders directly. Either way, you’ll receive a prompt, courteous and informed response that will help you find the solution you deserve.

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The Best Gasket Manufacturing Solution for the Food and Beverage Industry https://precisioncuttingservice.com/the-best-gasket-manufacturing-solution-for-the-food-and-beverage-industry/ Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:48:47 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2245 Founded in 1994, Precision Cutting Service annually produces thousands of gaskets for the nation’s food and beverage industry. They use modern waterjet cutting technology to create high quality, FDA approved food and beverage gaskets from proven materials designed specifically for your application.

Important Considerations for Food and Beverage Gaskets

Four of the most important factors for determining which gasket manufacturer is right for your food and beverage application appear below.

  1. Pick the Gasket Correct Material

Hygiene, steam, pressure, and chemical resistance, and the type of food or beverages your company produces determine in large part the gasket material you need. It is therefore essential you select the right one. The experienced customer service team at Precision Cutting Service will help you dependably determine the gasket material you need for your application. PTFE, EPDM, Teflon, Buna and silicone are examples of the ideal gasket materials used in the food and beverage processing industry.

Beverage Production Gaskets

  1. Know the Different Designs

Precision Cutting Service offers both standard and custom cut gaskets in a large variety or shapes, sizes and thicknesses, all tailored to your application. Give them the standard size you require, or give them your unique specifications, and they will then expertly cut the gaskets you need. A conversation via phone or email with their staff will further detail the options you may want to consider.

  1. FDA-Compliance

FDA-compliant materials are an essential component when ordering gaskets for food and beverage production. This is particularly import for consumer safety and when you plan to export your product to other countries. Again, the customer service team at Precision Cutting Service can help keep you FDA-compliant.

Food Production Gaskets

  1. Trustworthy Manufacturer

With more than 29 years of experience, Precision Cutting Service is one of the most trusted food and beverage processing gasket suppliers in the country. They understand FDA regulations and which gasket material is the most hygienic and which offers the most steam, pressure and chemical resistance. Plus, their water jet cutting technology and skilled technicians enables them to quickly and economically produce proven gaskets that keep your production lines running smoothly.

To learn more, contact Precision Cutting Service today. You can call them by dialling 912-233-9550, or email them at sales@precisioncuttingservice.com, or even use their convenient online quote request form. Their friendly and professional gasket team will promptly give you the information you need to make the right gasket choice for your operation.

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How to Select the Right Gasket Manufacturer for Your Application https://precisioncuttingservice.com/how-to-select-the-right-gasket-manufacturer-for-your-application/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:27:25 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2234 As our world continues to move from an era of scarcity to an era of abundance, we are no longer limited by just a few options for our needs. Instead, we are often presented with a multitude of businesses and manufacturers worldwide that appear to offer solutions to our product needs. So how does one select the best solution?

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The difference between the right choice and wrong choice is not just a matter of money, but also of quality, dependability, and lead-time time. For gaskets, the stakes can be particularly high. Make the wrong choice and disaster might follow.

This is particularly true for custom gaskets that seal joints, stabilize pressure, control heat, reduce noise and perform various other functions.

Choose a Proven Supplier

Perhaps the best solution for sourcing gaskets is to seek out a leading waterjet cutting firm that specializes in producing custom gaskets. With more than 28 years of experience, Precision Cutting Service is one of the most trusted gasket manufacturers in the US.

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We produce gaskets for multiple industries, including food and beverage, petrochemicals, aerospace, marine and automotive, to name a few. We tightly nest and expertly cut multiple gaskets from large sheets of virtually any material for maximum efficiency, lead-time reliability, quality and price. We keep a large inventory of the more popular gasket materials in stock and maintain a strong network of material suppliers for applications that require highly specialized material.

Some of the more common gasket materials we cut include graphite, rubber (silicone, neoprene, natural, etc.), Teflon, PTFE, and compressed non-asbestos fiber (CNAF) and cork. We also cut brass, aluminium, vegetable fiber and more. The more common gaskets we cut include envelope gaskets, sheet material gaskets, ring gaskets, and flat metal gaskets. We also cut thousands of custom and specialty gaskets each year.

Experienced Waterjet Cutting for Reliable Results

Leading waterjet cutting firms like Precision Cutting Service provide superior customer service and exceptional guidance. If you are unsure of the material that best suits your application, or if you are wondering if there might be better material options than the one you currently use, you can count on our trained and experienced staff to guide you to the correct choice.

Waterjet Cutting Machine

Our water jet cutting systems use a computer controlled, fine and high pressure stream of water to precisely and economically cut the gaskets your application requires. They can be as thick as two inches or as thin as paper, with tolerances of ±.003.” They can run as large or larger than a full-size SUV and as small or smaller than a dime. And they never require post-finishing to remove burrs or other imperfections. Precision Cutting Service always delivers the gaskets they cut with sharp, clean and smooth edges.

Multiple Ways to Communicate

You can send us your specifications in virtually any digital file format, including CAD, pdf, vector, jpg, and png. You can also send us a technical drawing or even a rough sketch. You can even send us the actual gasket you need and we will re-engineer it.

To learn more, email us (sales@precisioncuttingservice.com), contact us online, or call us at 912-233-9550. We’ll respond quickly with the answers you need to make the right choice.

 

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Why Should You Choose a Waterjet Cutting Machine for Your Gaskets? https://precisioncuttingservice.com/waterjet-cutting-machine-for-gaskets/ Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:03:24 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2012 A gasket’s ability to perform well in different environments makes it the preferred choice for sealing joints, stabilizing pressure, controlling heat, reducing noise and performing various other functions. Enhance your operational productivity and savings with high-quality custom gaskets from Precision Cutting Service. With more than 28 years of experience and an extensive portfolio of projects, we have worked with clients across the US to produce gaskets for an unlimited number of applications, including silicone and vibration dampening pads, enclosures, thermal gap fillers, EM-shielding, elastomeric seals and more.

Using our advanced waterjet cutting technology, we economically and expertly produce gaskets that stand the test of the time and improve equipment’s performance and lifespan. If you are looking for a customer-first company that prioritizes quality, timely delivery, and competitive prices, you will be well-served to engage with us.Waterjet Cutting Machine

While there are several methods available to produce gaskets, including knife cutting, die cutting and laser cutting, here are some reasons why a waterjet cutting company should be your choice instead:

We Manufacture Custom Gaskets from Various Materials
Unlike other cutting techniques that produce dust, rough edges and change the material’s structural integrity, waterjet cutting does not stress the material is cuts. Our advanced waterjet cutting machines can efficiently produce gaskets up to 2.0″ thick with tolerances of up to ±0.003.” We can also cut your gaskets as small or smaller than a dime or as larger or larger than a full-size SUV. So, whether you are looking for custom gaskets made from soft materials such as cork, rubber or sponge, or hard materials such as glass, brass and copper, we get the job done. Not only are we unfazed by the size or material requirements, we can easily custom manufacture gaskets in any quantity.

We Help Save You Time & Money
Another benefit of choosing Precision Cutting Service for your gasket needs is the time and money you save. Waterjet cutting produces highly smooth edges on the first cut, which eliminates the expensive need for secondary finishing, enabling us to efficiently manufacture gaskets with a relatively quick turnaround time. Also, because of our precise computer controlled cutting nozzles, we generate higher yields from the material we cut, which in turn virtually eliminates material waste, saving you even more money and time.

We Tailor Our Service to Suit Your Needs
Our waterjet cutting systems allow us to tailor our solutions to your unique requirements and budget. We only supply high-quality sealing surfaces that can withstand high compressive loads, are magnetically detectable, provide EMI/RFI shielding, and have higher resistance to abrasion, chemical exposure and high temperatures. Lastly, our knowledgeable and experienced staff help you navigate our extensive choices and select the material that best meets the performance requirements of your application.

Our clients vouch for our excellent customer service and high-quality delivery, and it has led us to earn many word-of-mouth referrals. For example, here is what Joe Delehanty from Omni Services, Worcester, MA, had to say about their experience of working with our team:

“Omni Services in New England uses Precision Cutting Service because they are unfailingly reliable. They have been my primary water jet cutting vendor for more than 18 years; in fact, they are so reliable they’ll be my vendor for life. I have sent them hundreds and hundreds of jobs without incident, and their pricing is typically 35% lower than my local suppliers. The PCS staff is especially friendly, so much so that I consider them to be among my best business friends.”

In sum, Precision Cutting Service is one of the nation’s top custom gasket manufacturers and waterjet cutting service providers. Share your requirements today by filling out our online form. You can also call us at (912) 233-9550 or email sales@precisioncuttingservice.com.

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8 Tips for Hiring the Best Gasket Manufacturer https://precisioncuttingservice.com/best-gasket-manufacturer/ Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:38:44 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1973 Because of their noise and sound reduction characteristics and their sealing and anti-vibration qualities, gaskets are used in numerous industries, including automotive, food processing, and oil and gas, among others. They also directly impact equipment performance; therefore, selecting the right material and a reputable custom gasket manufacturer is critically important.

Customers nationwide depend on Precision Cutting Service for their custom gaskets. In business since 1994, we have the technical experience to create the exact gaskets you require – quickly, reliably and at an affordable price. Our advanced waterjet cutting machines allow us to deliver superior quality and timely delivery. No matter the size of the job, from one-off prototypes to bulk orders, we can fulfil any gasket requirement and have been doing so for more than 28 years.Large Gasket

#1 Technical Know-How
An experienced gasket manufacturer will be well-versed with the technical aspects of a particular gasket’s use, but also with custom solutions that may be better for you than those you have tried in the past. Our veteran team at Precision Cutting Service provides gasket solutions tailored to your needs (environment, exposure, and physical parameters) and budget, while dependably satisfying the most challenging requirements. As one of the leading gasket manufacturers in the US, Precision Cutting Service guarantees your satisfaction.

#2 Material Variety
Matching the correct gasket material to its application is essential for optimum performance. A good gasket manufacturer should be able to deliver your product in the material you choose, or a material that might even perform better. With our advanced waterjet cutting technology, we can create virtually any type of gasket from virtually any material. So, whether you need gaskets made from rubber, metal, neoprene, silicone, ceramics, urethanes, or something as basic as foam or cork, our facility can produce it.

#3 Material Availability
A proven gasket manufacturer will have reliable resources to access the right gasket material quickly to help you keep your operation running smoothly. If you need guidance in selecting a suitable material for your project, the experienced and friendly staff at Precision Cutting Service can offer solutions that best meet your performance requirements. We also keep various materials in stock, including up to 2″ thick neoprene, enabling us to provide short lead times on your orders.

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#4 Infrastructure
Our modern facility in Savannah, Georgia, is equipped with state-of-the-art waterjet cutting equipment that can efficiently produce gaskets up to 2.0″ thick with tolerances of up to ±0.003.” Your gaskets can be as small or smaller than a dime and as large or larger than a full-size SUV. Indeed, we are equipped with decades of experience and like to say that “our only limitation is your imagination.”

#5 Product Quality
Gaskets are important for a variety of critical reasons, so ensuring that they are top quality is paramount. The gaskets we produce are unfailingly capable of, depending on the application, withstanding high compressive loads, being magnetically detectable, providing EMI/RFI shielding, and resisting abrasion, caustic chemicals and high temperatures.

#6 Broad Portfolio
An experienced custom gasket manufacturer should provide a wide range of gaskets that adhere to the highest performance standards across multiple industrial applications. Our team creates custom gaskets for an unlimited number of applications, including silicone and vibration dampening pads, enclosures, gasket tape, thermal gap fillers, EM-shielding and elastomeric gaskets and more.

#7 Customer Support
The best gasket manufacturers have expert customer service teams in place to help you with production schedules, tolerances, maintenance and any other technical assistance you may require. Providing our clients with exceptional customer service is the core driver of our success. Check out our testimonials to learn more.

#8 Competitive Pricing
Working with a credible custom gasket manufacturer should not require breaking the bank, but make certain to choose a service provider that offers dependable quality. Cheap gaskets might save money, but they also might be apt to fail, causing equipment downtime, employee injury and product damage. Precision Cutting Service’s unique ability to create accurate, clean edges and high yield, tightly nest parts deliver the performance excellence you need at a price you can afford.

Call us at (912) 233-9550 or email sales@precisioncuttingservice.com to learn more. Our customer service team will respond with a smile and solutions that will brighten your day.

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Choosing Custom Gaskets for Food & Beverage Industry https://precisioncuttingservice.com/custom-food-processing-gasket/ Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:00:44 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1819 Food safety is the key driver for the food processing industry. Food businesses must ensure that their food processing systems are flawlessly hygienic and, to help achieve this, they often need specialized food-grade gaskets.
Food processing gasket manufacturers, in turn, are required by law to conform to USDA and FDA guidelines so as not to contaminate food and beverages with their products.

When choosing a custom gasket manufacturer for your food processing application, consider factors such as manufacturer reputation, gasket design, material, and FDA and USDA compliance. Precision Cutting Service in Savannah, Georgia, is one of the nation’s leading food processing gasket manufacturers.

With more than 25 years of experience, we use sophisticated waterjet cutting systems to produce precise, reliable, burr-free gaskets that are guaranteed to meet all of your food processing requirements. If you are unsure of the gasket material you need, or if you are looking for alternatives, contact our team of skilled associates and we will offer solutions specifically tailored to your application(s).

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Design
Food processing operations need their gaskets to fit and perform perfectly. Our modern computer design and waterjet cutting systems enable us to create accurate, high-performing food processing gaskets for every food processing application that requires them. Our waterjet cutting systems are equipped with robotically controlled cutting nozzles that operate at pressures up to 60,000 psi to produce precise, smooth gaskets with superior edge quality. These systems keep waste to the minimum by tightly nesting the gaskets to be cut into the material required, thus eliminating unnecessary material costs.

We will produce your gaskets from either CAD or PDF files, blueprints, or other technical drawings, or even from an actual gasket that you need to replicate or redesign. Also, if you need a prototype, we will make it quickly with no hassle.

Material
When selecting a material for your custom food processing gaskets, remember to consider temperature and pressure. A food processing gasket needs to handle both first and foremost. The gasket material also needs to be non-toxic to ensure the integrity of the final product, and our inhouse experts will see to it that it is.

Some commonly used gasket materials include non-asbestos fiber, white Nitrile Buna-N, silicone rubber, Teflon, PTFE, and EPDM rubber. Non-asbestos fiber and silicone rubber work best for high-temperature and/or high-pressure environments, white Nitrile Buna-N is good for abrasion and oily foods resistance, and PTFE works well for applications that use chemicals. EPDM rubber also works well for a variety of beverage applications. If you need guidance on the material that works best for your application, ask our proven customer service team for recommendations.Custom food processing gaskets

Compliance
Contaminated food is not a good thing, which is why strict compliance with all regulations is critical. At Precision Cutting Service we work hard to make certain the food-grade gaskets we furnish conform to all USDA and FDA guidelines and can be used in a wide variety of applications, including meat, poultry, and fish processing.

Reputation
Verifying a custom food gasket manufacturer’s reputation is one of the most important considerations for selecting a gasket manufacturer. Look for background and when appropriate ask for references. You will find Precision Cutting Service is blemish free with a reputation for reliability, dependable quality, friendly service, competitive pricing, and prompt delivery. Indeed, we know a thing or two about this business, having produced hundreds of thousands of gaskets since our inception. You can be assured we have the know-how and are equipped to tailor unique solutions to your operation.

Over the years, Precision Cutting Service has furnished gaskets to dairies, distilleries, breweries, bottling companies, food processing plants, food machinery manufacturers, and numerous food packaging operations. We would be honored to do the same for you. Contact us today via our online form or call (912) 233-9550 to request a quote!

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Choosing the Right Gasket Material for Your Equipment https://precisioncuttingservice.com/gasket-material-for-equipment/ Mon, 27 Dec 2021 07:53:23 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1575 Gaskets are used in a wide variety of industrial applications, including aerospace, automotive, oil and gas, pharmacy and food proceeding to, name a few. Premium quality gaskets provide several benefits, such as noise and sound reduction and anti-vibration. However, they are primarily used to create a dependable seal between two or more surfaces to prevent the leakage of air or liquids.
Because gaskets directly impact equipment performance, selecting the correct gasket material that can withstand the environment it will be exposed to is critically important. Consequently, it is also crucially important to work with a trusted custom gasket manufacturer that can furnish the right product for your specific needs.Gasket Material
Precision Cutting Service is one of the nation’s top custom gasket manufacturers. Indeed, it should be your go-to choice for your gasket requirements. Because we use the latest waterjet cutting systems to manufacture your gaskets, we are equipped with the best equipment to deliver high-quality gaskets for virtually any application. We can custom manufacture gaskets and sealing products in any quantity while providing competitive pricing, on-time delivery, and exceptional service.
Please read on to learn more about why Precision Cutting Service should be your choice for your gasket needs.

Waterjet Cutting for Gasket Manufacturing
Our waterjet cutting systems enable us to cut gaskets from any material, from simple to complex designs, and in sizes as small or smaller than a dime or as large as a full-size SUV. Whether you need gaskets made from rubber, cork, silicone, foam, urethane, polymers, metal or other material, we will deliver the best ones that fit your requirements.

If you are unsure about the best material to use for your specific application, ask our experienced customer service representative for their input. Together, we have more than 100 years of gasket experience and no doubt have engineered the correct solution for your application, or one similar to it, many times before. In addition, our extensive inventory probably includes the material you need, and, if not, we can source it for you quickly and economically from one of our many proven suppliers. In short, our years of gasket experience, precise and capable water jet cutting equipment, and our access to the material you need enables us to deliver premium quality gaskets quickly with highly cost-effective pricing.Gasket Material

Our advanced waterjet cutting machines can efficiently and precisely produce custom gaskets up to 6.0” thick with tolerances of ±0.003.” You will receive perfectly smooth edges from us because waterjet cutting, with its high-pressure stream of cold water, does not leave burrs or distortions like die-cutters and lasers sometimes do. Moreover, because our cutting nozzles are computer driven, they can be programmed to tightly nest your gaskets to yield maximum material utilization, which in turn, saves you time and money.

Material Selection
The right material selection is driven by a series of factors, beginning with an assessment of the operating environment in which the gasket will be exposed, such as temperature, pressure, chemicals, acids, etc. We’re also asked for recommendations to replace asbestos, and we have effective solutions for that, too. At Precision Cutting Service, we build solutions that are tailored to your specific application and budget. Our custom gaskets can, for example, withstand high compressive loads, provide EMI/RFI shielding, and endure abrasion, caustic chemical exposure, and high temperatures.Gasket Material

Our collaborative approach with you enables us to produce gaskets that will consistently meet the performance requirements of your application. Sound too good to be true? Check out our customers’ testimonials. They share their positive experiences of working with our team.

For more than 25 years, we’ve helped hundreds of customers with their unique gasket requirements. You too will be well-served by working with us. Whether you need petrochemical gaskets, rubber gaskets, mining gaskets or more, share your requirements with us today via our online contact form, request a quote form or by giving us a phone call (912-233-9550).

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