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Pharme & Healthcare

  • Pharmaceutical and Healthcare

    Reliability, sterility and compliance are non-negotiable. Sealing solutions must meet the stringent regulatory and performance requirements of these highly specialised industries.

    We are a trusted manufacturer and supplier of seals for pharmaceutical and bio-processing environments, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, biotechnology, laboratory equipment and hospital & clinical equipment. Within these applications, effective sealing is vital for keeping products sterile and free from contaminants.

    Our products are designed and manufactured to perform flawlessly in even the most demanding environments, ensuring optimal safety, efficiency and reliability for your operations.

    With over 60 years' experience in the industry, we have the expertise and knowledge needed to help you find the perfect sealing solution for the pharmaceutical sector and healthcare industry, no matter the complexity of the task.

     

    Our Sealing Products

    We offer a comprehensive range of sealing products designed to perform in sterile, high-purity environments, including:

    Sealing Materials used in Pharmaceutical & Healthcare

    Our sealing materials are carefully selected to comply with industry regulations and to perform under a wide range of process conditions:

    Silicone (VMQ)
    Biocompatible, heat resistant, and highly flexible, ideal for medical devices and aseptic processing.

    EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)
    Excellent resistance to steam, water, and cleaning agents, widely used in CIP/SIP systems.

    PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene)
    Chemically inert and non-reactive, suitable for aggressive fluids and high-purity applications.

    FKM (Viton®)
    Durable and chemical resistant, used in systems exposed to aggressive solvents or sterilisation cycles.

    FFKM (Perfluoroelastomer/Kalrez®)
    Exceptional chemical resistance and extreme temperature stability (up to 325°C).

    NBR (Nitrile)
    Good resistance to oils and chemicals, wide temperature operating range and good abrasion and tear resistance.

    Metal Detectable
    Metal detectable seals significantly reduce the risk of product contamination by detecting and containing any contamination as soon as possible.

     

    Addressing Industry Sealing Challenges

    Sealing solutions need to be reliable and up to the changing demands of the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Challenges include:

    Contamination Risk: Poorly designed or degraded seals can allow bacteria, particulate matter, or process fluids to leak into critical areas, risking contamination and product loss.

    Chemical Exposure: Seals are often exposed to aggressive cleaning agents (CIP/SIP), solvents or active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), which can cause material degradation.

    Sterilisation Stress: Frequent sterilisation via autoclaving, gamma irradiation or steam, places extreme thermal and chemical stress on sealing materials.

    Regulatory Standards: Components must meet strict standards from agencies like the FDA, EMA and USP to ensure patient safety and process validation.

    Complex Equipment Design: As equipment becomes more specialised and compact, seals must be precisely engineered to ensure tight tolerances and consistent performance.

     

    Our high-quality seals directly address these issues by:

    • Withstanding aggressive sterilisation cycles without cracking, swelling or degrading.
    • Maintaining a secure, leak-free seal under high pressure, vacuum or dynamic motion.
    • Using materials certified for biocompatibility, chemical resistance and regulatory compliance.
    • Reducing downtime and maintenance through longer life cycles and better process reliability.
    • Supporting traceability and documentation required for quality control.

     

     

    Regulatory Compliance

    We offer many compounds conforming to the requirements of the industry, including FDA, USP Class VI and EU regulations.

    We strive to be up to date with the newest and most stringent standards, to give you the best performing seals within industry regulations.

     

    Our Expertise

    We have a wealth of technical expertise so our team can assist with material selection, design optimisation and compliance documentation. We have full material traceability and rigorous quality checks so you can have confidence in every seal we supply.

    We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and assisting in choosing a seal that meets both your needs and budget. Feel free to contact our team with any questions.

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