Fire safety is a fundamental requirement in the rail and mass transit industry. Materials used within rolling stock must deliver reliable mechanical performance whilst also meeting strict fire protection standards designed to safeguard passengers, crew and infrastructure. One of the most important of these standards is EN45545. Understanding how this standard works, and how different […]
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PREMSIL Maintains ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Silicone Sponge Manufacturing and Sealing Solutions
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Jan
Jan
PREMSIL is pleased to announce that we have successfully passed our ISO 9001:2015 audit, confirming our continued certification for the manufacture and supply of silicone sponge materials and sealing solutions. ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognised quality management standard that ensures businesses operate with consistent, controlled, and continuously improving processes. Maintaining this certification demonstrates PREMSIL’s […]
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Dec
Dec
O-ring performance over time is driven primarily by material behaviour. In many applications, seal failure occurs due to compression set, thermal ageing, or environmental exposure rather than incorrect groove design. Silicone sponge O-rings are widely specified where low sealing force, temperature stability, and long-term resilience are required. They are particularly effective in applications involving lightweight […]
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Mar
Mar
It is no exaggeration to say that silicone products have played a major role in the development of renewable energy infrastructure. As the demand for renewables continues to grow, we’re proud that our expertise is helping to deliver the cleaner, greener energy our planet needs. Those unfamiliar with the broad range of silicone products and […]
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Jan
Jan
Public transport is often a hot topic, but do people understand what’s involved? Take rolling stock, for instance. Do they know what goes into creating carriages that are safe and fit for purpose? Do they have any concept of the vast number of components involved which must perform year after year and meet strict criteria? […]