Reinventing sealing technology

To select the best sealing material for a gas system its constituent factors must be considered, such as the type of gas, necessary compressibility, required sealing load or seal thickness.

How Amorim Tech Seal contributes to a more efficient sealing, while improving the system’s overall sustainability?

Amorim Cork Solutions has focused on developing sealing solutions for natural gases and LPG. Now, with its Amorim Tech Seal range, it has begun to develop cork composite solutions catered to advances in the hydrogen sector, in particular related to electrolysers.

Amorim TD1310 Nitrile cork-rubber blend is formulated for low temperature sealing, showing compliance to a minimum of -55ºC, according to ASTM material testing procedures such as temperature retraction testing and DMTA glass transition methods. Application thermal cycling down to -60ºC has confirmed why several OEM’s a…

Amorim TD1310 Nitrile cork-rubber blend is formulated for low temperature sealing, showing compliance to a minimum of -55ºC, according to ASTM material testing procedures such as temperature retraction testing and DMTA glass transition methods. Application thermal cycling down to -60ºC has confirmed why several OEM’s a…

New tool enables accurate CO₂ measurement in sealing and vibration solutions, advancing sustainable industrial performance.

To guarantee impermeability to hydrogen, Amorim Cork Solutions has tested two cork-based materials: cork&EPDM and cork&NBR. The tests revealed that both seals provide excellent sealing in a 100% hydrogen environment.

Our range of engineered sealing materials is based on soft gasket technology, specifically designed and tested to withstand stringent application needs in diverse environments while providing effective final product customization and manufacturing options. The fact that cork has a closed cell structure, filled with air…

Long-term ageing assessments have revealed that rubber seals often suffer from local fractures, bending and warping, due to lateral flow and thermal expansion. By contrast, Amorim Tech Seal cork composite joints retain their shape and have very low extrusion, preserving the integrity of the seal over time. This durabil…

The amount of flange pressure present in a flanged joint assembly to compress and seat a gasket material in order to create an effective seal.

The amount of flange pressure present in a flanged joint assembly to compress and seat a gasket material in order to create an effective seal.

Amorim Cork Solutions is part of various working groups that aim to develop new industrial processes that will ensure the applicability and extensive provision of hydrogen solutions.

𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 Cork-rubber solutions engineered to seal battery packs effectively, protecting against moisture and dust contamination.

The stitching together of the welt, upper, lining and insole with a heavy durable thread.

The stitching together of the welt, upper, lining and insole with a heavy durable thread.

Gasket compression design by application of spaced fasteners is also a function of plate thickness, acceptable gasket pressures, gasket performance under compression, and flange dimensions. Maximum gasket deflection occurs at the location where the fastener applies force. The amount of bowing or deflection of the cov…

Reinventing sealing technology

The range of solutions developed by Amorim Cork Solutions focuses on sealing, housing and cell spacers applications, to prevent temperature propagation during thermal runaway episodes.

Sealing gasket

Sealing gasket

By choosing cork composite solutions instead of 100% rubber solutions, we not only contribute to a more environmentally friendly system, but also add the specific benefits of cork to the solution - such as natural resilience, flexibility and low lateral extrusion. By opting for Amorim T&D solutions, manufacturers c…

To solve this problem, Primal Soles has developed the first 100% recyclable hotel slippers: Primal Slippers. Produced with cork supplied by Amorim Cork Solutions, the slippers are collected after use and sent for recycling, from which material will be reused in the production of new slippers. The insole of the slippers…

Oil test for engine gasket aplications Amorim Tech Seal TS1521 and TS1400 ensure effective sealing.​

In transformers, bushings and valves are critical points of connection and operation, where effective sealing is essential. Cork composite solutions are used as sealants in these areas due to their ability to adapt to irregular surfaces and withstand pressure variations. Their sealing performance helps maintain insulat…

A quick and comprehensive simulation tool for your joint system to define the best material solution for your sealing requirements Software requirements: Microsoft Windows 7 and superior Remove Access 2007 Runtime if installed Release 3.0

Amorim ETP700 is a combination of cork and silicone, that has been developed to achieve exceptional fire retardant and a low compression coefficient, while helping to reduce the system's environmental impact. These properties make it an ideal solution for sealing electric batteries that require enhanced safety measures…

National is a Swedish partner company of Amorim Cork Solutions for sealing solutions focused on the automotive industry. As it specialises in heavy machinery, selected Amorim Tech Seal solutions to seal the fuel tank caps of tractors, trucks, and other heavy vehicles. ​ The rubber-applied cork gaskets fully matched the…

Amorim Cork Solutions part of Corticeira Amorim, the world leader in the cork industry with a long track of achievements using cork in demanding industries such as construction, flooring, sports surfaces, mobility, energy sealing, consumer goods, furnishings, and footwear. We recycle, reuse and reinvent entirely natura…

Depending on the field of application, we find different materials that can compete with cork. For example, in the case of electric mobility, the most commonly-used materials for thermal management and sealing are silicone sponges, polyurethane foams and ceramic materials (micas). In the T&D Transmission and Distri…

Its negative carbon footprint, low thermal conductivity and sealing capacity, together with resistance to extreme temperatures and a high damping capacity are characteristics that make cork a raw material with enormous potential for this sector.  Besides being a carbon negative material, cork combines its natural prope…

Amorim Cork Solutions will operate with its own dynamic, with an equally robust, flexible and agile structure as the sum of the three integrated business units. The CEO explains that each factory (there are more than a dozen in the new BU) and each Amorim Cork Solutions sales team will have an associated profit and los…

NOTE: careful analysis of the system is crucial; extra-ordinary loadings should be taken in to account such as oil mass, loads introduced through anchoring or significant connections that may impact the overall seating stress on the anti-vibration pad.As rule of thumb when possible, design on the lower end of the mate…

When Amorim Cork Solutions added cork and rubber as the core material applied to sandwich wood panels (CPA - acoustic plywood) this was an innovative solution to reduce noise and vibration in interior floors for trains. The combination of viscoelastic material (such as cork) in a sandwich panel contributes greatly to a…

"Blocks" is a 50 m2 installation, built entirely with cork blocks. A total of 108 blocks of cork were used (940x640x20 cm), made from three different composites, thereby creating an informal seating area inspired by the topography of the surrounding natural setting. Rona Meyuchas- Koblenz explains, "I have developed…

The window of the renowned fashion brand Saks Fifth Avenue presents the Lisbon Collection, from the acclaimed design and architecture studio Eugene Stoltzfus Furniture Design, which has cork as the main material.This modern aesthetic collection features tables, pedestals, and seating, combining cork with steel frames.“…

While advanced engineering and smart design define the Värmdö’s structure, it is the integration of natural materials like cork that elevates the paddling experience. Cork’s inherent acoustic and vibration-dampening properties contribute to the kayak’s smooth, quiet glide, while its low thermal conductivity enhances co…

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