O Ring Basics Handbook
Everything to know about O Rings This is an O Ring Basics Handbook that will help you understand the fundamentals of O Ring Seals. Elastomers are different compared to any other material used by engineers. For example, plastic or metal components are most likely failing when visibly deformed. When it comes to an O Ring, in order for it to […]
Read MoreViton™ O Rings vs Nitrile O Rings
Comparison of two of the most commonly used elastomers – Viton™ O Rings vs Nitrile O Rings As two of the most widely used elastomers, Viton™ (FKM/FPM) and Nitrile (NBR) have some great properties. Both provide a supreme compression set and have an extensive range of purposes in both domestic and industrial installations. Nevertheless, they’re not totally equal in their […]
Read MoreEC1935/2004 Regulation
Food Contact Materials Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 Previous requirements for Food Contact Materials (FCM) varied significantly from country to country. In 2004, the European Commission decided to establish a single piece of legislation to standardise it within the EU. They particularly focused on EC1935/2004, which controls the requirements on materials for food contact applications. M Barnwell Services provides a wide range […]
Read MoreSeals Supplier Aberdeen
The UK’s largest independent stockist, manufacturer, and distributor of Seals and Gaskets Seals Supplier Aberdeen and Scotland. For 50 years M Barnwell Services has supplied specialist seals and gaskets to all industries in and around Aberdeenshire. Customers can count on us for next-day delivery, short lead times, and guidance on material selection for their sealing application. The experienced team […]
Read MoreUSP Class VI
What is USP? The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a scientific organisation that focuses on setting and developing standards for healthcare, food ingredients, medications, dietary supplements, and medical technologies. What is USP Class VI? The sequence of tests is made up of six classes, and Class VI is deemed the most rigorous and thorough. USP Class VI applies to one […]
Read MorePS-SEAL® Non-Standard lip materials
Garlock PS-SEAL® Non-Standard lip materials for dynamic applications For a number of years, Garlock’s Fluoroelastomer (FKM/FPM) PS-SEAL® Standard with a GYLON® Black lip is known for its industry-leading reliability when sealing critical applications. However, when the sealing requirement requires an alternative solution to an FKM, Garlock also created the PS-SEAL® Non-Standard. Generally, the Garlock PS-SEAL® Non-Standard seal can be easily […]
Read MorePS-SEAL® Non-Standard lip configurations
Dynamic seals in conventional sizes with various lip configurations The Standard PS-SEAL® is a high-performance PTFE-based seal that serves a broad scope of demands. However, in some installations, the Standard PS-SEAL® may not have the desired effect. Therefore, to compensate Garlock developed the PS-SEAL® Non-Standard. The PS-SEAL® Non-Standard makes a variety of adaptations possible including installation areas that demand specific […]
Read MoreGetting Ready For Brexit
Getting Brexit Ready During The Covid-19 Pandemic As a provider of support for critical infrastructure sectors, we continue to stay open, delivering all your fluid sealing products and services. M Barnwell Services is the UK’s leading stockist, manufacturer, and distributor of fluid sealing products and services with five distribution hubs strategically placed throughout the UK for rapid response and despatch. […]
Read MoreNorman Bostock Retirement
Norman Bostock retires after 30 years with M Barnwell Services Norman has left his post as Maintenance Man at HQ in Birmingham after 32 years with the UK’s leading manufacturer, stockist and distributor of fluid sealing products, M Barnwell Services. M Barnwell Services’ Founder and Managing Director, said: ”For those who know Norman well, there is not much he can’t […]
Read MoreMerry Christmas & Happy New Year 2021
M Barnwell Services would like to wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! OUR CHRISTMAS OPENING TIMES ARE: Monday 21st December 2020 – OPEN Tuesday 22nd December 2020 – OPEN Wednesday 23rd December 2020 – OPEN Thursday 24th December 2020 – CLOSED Friday 25th December 2020 – CLOSED OUR NEW YEAR OPENING TIMES […]
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