Marco Rubber & Plastics

At Marco Rubber, we’re thankful for the things that hold tight—like great seals and even greater customers! This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for YOU and the trust you place in our solutions. Here’s to many more leak-free years together! 🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Marco Rubber! #Thanksgiving #Grateful #IndustrialSealing #TeamMarco #LeakFreeFuture

What happens if the right material for your seal is out of the budget? Welcome to #MaterialMonday - let’s talk money. When it comes to mechanical seals, it’s not just the carbon face doing the heavy lifting. Did you know that the internal o-ring plays a key role in preventing internal leakage? These o-rings are often made from conventional materials, but in more aggressive chemical environments, high-performance FFKM options are usually required—unfortunately, they can be pricey. 💸 At Marco Rubber, we offer a wide range of Perfluoroelastomer compounds that are just as tough as current options on the market but without the hefty price tag. One of our most popular options is Markez™ Z1028, which performs well in temperatures up to 600°F and offers exceptional chemical resistance. Why Markez™ Z1028? 💪 High Performance: Handles extreme temperatures and aggressive chemicals, making it perfect for tough environments. 💵 Cost-Effective: Priced 30% to 50% lower than other other FFKMs, providing excellent performance without breaking the bank. ✅ Proven Results: Markez™ Z1028 has been successfully tested by a leading mechanical seal manufacturer, proving it’s a reliable, lower-cost alternative. If you’re looking to cut costs without sacrificing quality, Markez™ Z1028 is a smart option for high-performance sealing solutions. #MarcoRubber #TeamMarco #MaterialMonday #Perfluoroelastomers #MechanicalSeals #MarkezZ1028 #CostEffectiveSealing #EngineeringSolutions #IndustrialSealing

Pop quiz! Which material would you use for a high-temperature and chemically aggressive application? A. PTFE B. Viton C. Silicone D. FFKM #MarcoRubber #TeamMarco #HighTemperatureSealing #EngineeringSolutions #IndustrialSealing #CustomSeals

Knock knock. (We’ll assume you said, “Who’s there?”) Perfluoro. (Don’t worry, you asked “Perfluoro who?” in our minds.) Perfluoro-elastomer that resists anything you throw at it! #MarcoRubber #FFKM

Do you actually know what custom seal kits and stocking programs can do for you? They can… ⏳ Save time and hassle 💸 Reduce unnecessary costs ⚙️ Improve reliability ✅ Get quality without compromise 🚀 Streamline operations ➕ And more! In our latest blog post, we break down exactly how custom seal kits and stocking programs can transform your business. Read the blog today! https://bit.ly/3O1TTd9 #InventoryManagement #CustomKits #OperationalEfficiency #MarcoRubber #CostSavings

High temperatures? High pressure? No problem (with the right material, anyway)! Welcome to #MaterialMonday! We were approached by a customer struggling to seal a steam generator chamber that operates at temperatures up to 550°F. Their original solution—metal seals—was causing more harm than good, denting the equipment and needing frequent replacements. They needed a better, more affordable option for long-term performance. Our solution? We proposed a Metal Spring Energized PTFE seal, designed for extreme conditions. Here’s why it worked: 🔥 High-temperature PTFE: Handles temperatures from -400°F to +600°F, making it perfect for high-heat applications. ⚙ Elgiloy Spring: This high-performance spring ensures the seal remains energized, even in fluctuating conditions. 🔬Universal Chemical Compatibility: PTFE is resistant to almost all chemicals, making it versatile for a variety of environments. The seals performed flawlessly for over 2 years—with no leakage and no hardware damage! Even better, they’re more cost-effective than metal seals and reusable. Choosing the right material and design can save both time and money in the long run while keeping your equipment in top shape. #MarcoRubber #TeamMarco #PTFE #HighTemperatureSealing #MetalSpringSeal #EngineeringSolutions #IndustrialSealing #CustomSeals

Bet you didn’t know seals could be fun, but here we are with a #FunFactFriday! (And, also, we think seals are VERY fun!) Did you know the smallest o-rings are less than a millimeter thick? #TinyButMighty #PrecisionEngineering #SealingSolutions #MarcoRubber

Do you know the real cost of your downtime? For many industries, unplanned downtime can be a financial black hole: 🚗 Automotive manufacturers lose more than $2 million per hour. 🛢️ Oil and gas facilities face an average loss of $220,000 per hour. 🏭 Manufacturing plants can average $532,000 per hour when operations halt unexpectedly. 😱 If downtime is eating into your profits, custom seal kits and stocking programs can help. By ensuring you always have the right parts on hand, you reduce stockouts, prevent emergency orders, and keep production running smoothly. Curious how this works? Check out our latest blog to find out how custom solutions can minimize costly downtime: https://bit.ly/3O1TTd9 #CostSavings #Downtime #CustomKits #MarcoRubber #BusinessSolutions

Let’s play “Would You Rather”! Would you rather have seals made using a custom mold or go with a lathe-cut solution for faster turnaround? 🛠️ #WouldYouRather #SealingSolutions #CustomSeals #LatheCut #FastTurnaround #MarcoRubber #SealYourSuccess #EngineeringSolutions #IndustrialSealing #SealTech #CustomVsLathe #PrecisionSealing

Which is worse: stockouts or overstock costs? The truth is, both can hurt your bottom line in different ways. Stockouts lead to expensive downtime, missed deadlines, and costly rush orders, while overstock ties up cash, wastes space, and risks parts becoming obsolete. But what if you could avoid both? With custom seal kits and stocking programs, you can streamline your inventory management, ensuring you have exactly what you need when you need it—without the headache of over- or understocking. 🙌 Learn how to boost efficiency and save money in our latest blog! https://bit.ly/3O1TTd9 #Efficiency #InventoryManagement #CostSavings #MarcoRubber #CustomSealKits #BusinessOptimization