Converter's Corner

8 Gasket Materials for Mid-Range Ambient Temperature Applications

Solid rubber gasket materials such as Nitrile, Neoprene, and EPDM are popular choices for use in mid-range temperature sealing environments, as are a variety of open and closed cell foams and sponge rubbers. This post highlights eight common gasket materials die-cut by JBC for use in moderate temperature applications.

Preventing Gasket Failure Part 3: Environment

Today, manufacturers can choose from a wide range of gasket materials that can endure a combination of environmental conditions. This post highlights five of the most common environmental requirements and some of the materials best suited to address them.

Die-Cutting Specialty Materials: A Vendor Q & A Compendium

About a year and a half ago, we started our Vendor Q&A blog series with one goal in mind: to provide our customers with in-depth, useful information straight from the experts on some of the more

PVC Foam, An Economical Solution for Die Cut HVAC and Appliance Applications

In this installment of our material Q & A series, we feature John Berchulc, of Novagard® (formerly FoamSeal, Inc.). He discusses the features and benefits of the FoamSeal custom-engineered PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) foams as an economical solution for a wide range of appliance and HVAC applications.

Why High Temperature PVCs are an Ideal Replacement for Crushed EPDMs

This blog is the first of a new series that features insights and information brought to you from our partners themselves. John Berchulc, Regional Sales Manager for FoamSeal, Inc., provides his take on why high temperature PVCs are a strong alternative to crushed EPDMs.

PVC Foam Tapes: Material Suppliers and Trade Names

JBC sources PVC foam tapes from a strategic network of suppliers and adds value to your projects through roll slitting and die cutting. Find PVC foam tapes.