Petrochemical industry

"In the petrochemical industry, the meticulous selection and precision manufacturing of gaskets are of paramount importance, owing to the sector’s exposure to extreme pressures, elevated temperatures, and highly aggressive chemical agents. Presented below is an exhaustive guide to gasket applications within this critical domain, accompanied by a curated listing of leading global and regional gasket manufacturers serving the petrochemical sector.

Gasket Use in the Petrochemical Industry
🔧 Key Applications

Pipe flanges

Reactors and distillation columns

Heat exchangers

Valves and pumps

Storage tanks

High-pressure steam and chemical lines

Performance Requirements

High resistance to:

  • Corrosive chemicals(acids, alkalis, hydrocarbons)
  • Extreme temperatures(up to 1000°C)
  • High-pressure environments

Long-term reliability with zero leakage

Compliance with industry standards like:

  • ASME, API, EN, ISO
  • TA-Luft, Fugitive Emissionstandards

Popular Gasket Types

Non-asbestos compressed fiber gaskets

Graphite and PTFE gaskets

Metallic spiral wound gaskets

Weld Ring Gasket

Diaphragm Seal