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Fluoroelastomers for Food Contact (FDA)

by Steve Mariconti | Feb 1, 2017 | White Papers & Information

FDA APPLICATIONS Fluoroelastomers (ASTM designation FKM, FFKM and FEPM) are used in sealing components such as o-rings, gaskets, shaft seals and flexible connectors where heat and/or aggressive chemicals will quickly degrade other types of rubber. In food processing...