Federal-Mogul’s material researchers have developed a novel elatomeric material called K16 that eradicates an energy-consuming and expensive curing method utilized across the industry.
UNIPISTON based on K16 seal techonology
The K16 enhances Federal-Mogul's technology used in UNIPISTON bonded hydraulic clutch pistons, resulting in reduced usage of natural gas and carbon emissions at the production facilities. It is the first company in the world to create such a system for producing ultra-performance rubber goods.
Federal-Mogul's new molding method eradicates the oven post curing procedure used during elastomeric seals production. These elastomeric seals are utilized in the company’s UNIPISTON products. By eradicating oven post curing procedure, the company can reduce the consumption of natural gas by 40 billion BTUs every year at its plant in Frankfort, Indiana.
The finished K16 seal’s performance meets or surpasses that of earlier seals in terms of operating life and wear resistance. The K16 is based on long-chain elastomers.
Larry Brouwer, Global Director of Sealing Technology and Innovation at Federal Mogul, commented that the company plans to introduce the K16 technology in its other elastomeric products.