Gaskets are an essential sealing component used across a wide range of industries to create a reliable seal between two mating surfaces. They are designed to prevent the leakage of liquids or gases by filling the microscopic gaps and irregularities between components when compressed.
Gaskets can be manufactured from a wide variety of materials, including rubber, cork, fibre, graphite, plastics and metals, with the material selected according to the application, operating temperature, pressure and the substance being sealed.
Typical applications include automotive, aerospace, engineering, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, valves, pipework, machinery and industrial equipment.
Gaskets can be produced in virtually any shape or size, from simple washers and flange gaskets to complex precision components with multiple holes, slots and profiles.
The correct gasket material and design are important to achieving a reliable, durable and leak-free seal.
Manufacturer of Gaskets and Bespoke Gasket Cutting
When you are good at something, customers tend to ask whether you can offer additional services. Due to the great success of supplying laser-cut thin metal parts, we were asked to supply their non-metal cut parts. It was therefore inevitable for Hollinbrow to add a Swing Arm Cutting to their in-house production.
Die cutting is a term used to many types of cutting process but in our sphere of application and activity it applies mainly to the cutting out of shapes from soft or semi-rigid materials in single or multiple layers. The process itself is, in fact, very simple but the machinery to perform the process has become increasingly sophisticated.
Range of Application
- Electronic components – flexible PCBs touch pads, button covers, legend plates
- Felt strips, washers, gaskets
- Filters for machinery, breathing apparatus and the medical industry
- Foam and sponge – gaskets, packaging, consumer products
- Gaskets, seals, washers in plastic, cork, rubber, paper, felt, PTFE, graphite and more
- Insulation materials
- Leather Medical products – filters, dressings, foot care products, orthopaedic footwear
- Packaging – foam, inserts, card, promotional products, blister packs
- Paper, card – filters, labels
- Plastics – PVC binders, lampshades, stationery products, gifts, novelties, gaskets
- Rubber – gaskets, seals, washers
Precision Gaskets & Custom Gasket Manufacturing
Gaskets are critical sealing components used across industrial applications to prevent leakage, maintain pressure, and ensure reliable performance in mechanical assemblies. At Hollinbrow Precision Products, we manufacture custom gaskets using advanced laser cutting and die cutting technologies, delivering precision-engineered sealing solutions for demanding industrial environments.
Our gasket manufacturing capabilities combine decades of precision cutting expertise with state-of-the-art equipment to produce gaskets across a comprehensive range of materials and specifications. Whether you require rubber gaskets, PTFE gaskets, cork gaskets, felt gaskets, graphite gaskets, or specialised sealing materials, we deliver custom-cut gaskets manufactured to your exact requirements with exceptional tolerances.
Comprehensive Gasket Materials
We manufacture gaskets from an extensive selection of materials to suit diverse industrial applications and operating conditions:
Gaskets are available in a very wide range of materials, depending on what they are sealing, the temperature, pressure and operating environment.
For a manufacturing website, the main categories are:
- Rubber & elastomers – Nitrile (NBR), Neoprene, EPDM, Silicone, Viton/FKM and natural rubber. Common for water, oils, fuels, air and chemicals.
- Non-asbestos fibre (CNAF) – Compressed fibre materials bonded with rubber. Widely used for general industrial, oil, water, steam and flange applications.
- Cork & rubber-cork – Compressible materials commonly used for oil, fuel, electrical equipment and lower-pressure applications.
- Graphite – Suitable for high-temperature and demanding chemical applications, including steam and process equipment.
- PTFE (Teflon) – Excellent chemical resistance and commonly used in chemical processing, food, pharmaceutical and corrosive environments.
- Paper & cellulose fibre – Economical gasket materials used for lower-temperature applications, oils, fuels, gearboxes and automotive components.
- Foam & sponge – Including EPDM, neoprene, silicone and polyethylene foams, typically used for sealing against air, water, dust, vibration and noise.
- Metal – Stainless steel, copper, aluminium, nickel alloys and other metals for high-pressure, high-temperature and demanding applications.
- Composite & reinforced materials – Combinations of materials such as graphite with stainless steel reinforcement or fibre materials with elastomer binders.
Our gasket materials are selected based on your specific application requirements including temperature range, chemical exposure, pressure ratings, and environmental conditions, ensuring optimal sealing performance and longevity.
Advanced Gasket Cutting Technologies
Hollinbrow employs both laser cutting and die cutting technologies to manufacture precision gaskets with tight tolerances:
Laser Cut Gaskets – Our advanced laser cutting systems deliver exceptional precision for complex gasket profiles, intricate shapes, and tight tolerances.
Laser cutting provides clean edges, minimal material waste, and rapid turnaround for both prototype and production quantities. This technology is particularly suited for gaskets requiring precise dimensional accuracy and complex geometries.
Die Cut Gaskets – Our swing arm die cutting equipment excels at cutting soft and semi-rigid gasket materials in single or multiple layers. Die cutting enables efficient production of gaskets in medium to high volumes whilst maintaining consistent quality and dimensional accuracy. This process is ideal for standard gasket shapes and production runs requiring cost-effective manufacturing.
Custom Gasket Solutions
Every gasket application presents unique sealing challenges. Our custom gasket manufacturing service addresses these requirements through:
Bespoke Gasket Design – We work from your technical drawings, specifications, or samples to manufacture gaskets precisely matching your dimensional and performance requirements.
Washer Gaskets – Specialised washer-style gaskets combining sealing and spacing functions, available in various materials and thicknesses to suit bolted joint applications.
Multi-Layer Gaskets – Laminated gasket constructions combining different materials to achieve specific sealing, thermal, or mechanical properties.
Prototype to Production – From single prototype gaskets for testing and development through to volume production runs, we support your gasket requirements at every stage.
Quality-Certified Gasket Manufacturing
As an
AS9100 Rev D certified manufacturer, Hollinbrow maintains rigorous quality standards throughout our gasket manufacturing processes. Every gasket is produced under controlled conditions with dimensional inspection and quality verification, ensuring conformance to your specifications. Our commitment to precision and quality makes us a trusted gasket supplier for aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.
Fast Turnaround Gasket Service
Understanding that equipment downtime is costly, we offer rapid turnaround on custom gasket orders. Our flexible manufacturing capabilities enable us to respond quickly to urgent gasket requirements, with emergency service options available for critical applications. Whether you need a single prototype gasket or production quantities, we deliver the quality and service your operations demand.
From rubber gaskets to high-performance PTFE and graphite gaskets, Hollinbrow provides the precision, quality, and service that industrial sealing applications require.
