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Midstream sector of Gas & Oil industry

Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Oil & Gas

Midstream Oil & Gas Midstream covers the preservation and freight of Oil and Gas. It is needed to bring together the Upstream and Downstream processes. Efficient sealing is critical in making midstream operations as efficient and safe as possible. There is a number of different service suppliers involved in the Midstream division. From pipeline freight companies through to carriage, tankers, and […]

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Upstream sector of Gas & Oil industry

Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Oil & Gas

Upstream Oil & Gas The Upstream Oil & Gas (exploration and production E&P) division represents uncovering of new origins of underwater or underground gas and oil fields. Pursuing the primary prospecting and surveying for new fields, a broad scope of machinery is needed in the construction and drilling of wells and the extraction of produced liquids. Seals are crucial to the […]

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Downstream sector of Oil & Gas industry

Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Oil & Gas

Downstream Oil & Gas industry division Following the primary analysis, fabrication and freight of crude liquids and gasses, the Downstream Oil & Gas industry is concentrated on the purification and market distribution of the complete products. Downstream operations entail highly aggressive chemicals. Our material competence and expertise offer sealing solutions compliant with OEM and super-major specifications. The process of purification includes […]

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Popular types of Oil & Gas Seals

Popular types of oil & gas seals

Specialist Oil & Gas Seals – Available From Stock M Barnwell Services has provided high-performance Oil & Gas seals, O Rings and custom-made elastomers for the Oil & Gas industry for over 50 years. Available in standard sizes from stock or custom cut, these Oil and Gas specific seals are offered in a range of materials, including silicone (VMQ), fluoroelastomer (FKM […]

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Types of Metal Seals

Metal Seals

Common Types of Metal Seals METAL O RING SEAL Metal O Rings are a superior sealing method, these seals are created to improve the capability in intense operations. Used in many cases where elastomers don’t provide sufficient reliability for certain applications. They have the capability to withstand wide scope of temperatures, corrosive chemicals, high pressures, and radiation. Metal O Rings […]

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Bitesize Sealing Tips on Mechanical Seals

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Tips on Mechanical Seals for virtually any application M Barnwell Services offers an extensive selection of Mechanical Seals for the highly exigent applications. Our Mechanical Seals are one of the most efficient methods for rotating shaft sealing. They are proven to be lasting and of high quality. Mechanical Seals are used in an extensive range of rotating equipment and pumps […]

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Oil Seal Material Chart

Oil Seals / Rotary Shaft Seals

Material Chart for Oil Seals Oil Seals are also known as a Rotary Shaft Seal, shaft seal, lip seal, elastomeric lip seal or any variation of these. It is a simple device for excluding dust, dirt, water or any other contaminant whilst retaining lubricant in rotary shaft equipment. Generally, it has been developed as a means of protecting the bearings […]

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Types of Nitrile

How Are O Rings Manufactured

What are the most popular types of Nitrile? TYPES OF NITRILE: NITRILE Abbreviation: NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) Temperature range: between -40°C and +135°C (intermittent/compound-specific up to +150°C); Low-Temp between -65°C and +120°C Hardness Range: 20 – 95 Shore A Industries served: Agriculture, Water, Pump & Gas, Food & Drink, Rail, Automotive, and Bus, Truck & Trailer Key uses: Aircraft, Automotive, and […]

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Popular types of O Ring applications

O Rings

What are typical O Ring applications? O Rings can be used in static and dynamic applications as long as there is comparative move between the media and the O Ring. Dynamic applications contain hydraulic cylinder pistons and rotating pump shafts. 1. Reciprocating Dynamic Seals Dynamic reciprocating O Ring applications include a hydraulic and pneumatic piston or rod seals. Smaller diameter […]

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What are Back-up Rings and how to use them?

What are Back-Up Rings and how to use them?

What are Back-up rings / Anti-extrusion rings? A Back-up Ring is an inflexible ring that holds an elastomeric seal to its outlined shape and in its right place. They are also called Anti Extrusion Rings and are typically used with O Rings to eliminate extrusion at high pressures. For single acting applications – 1 Back-up Ring is sufficient, however for […]

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