Military Solutions by APM Hexseal: Advanced Sealing Technology Since 1947
Leave a CommentAPM Hexseal was established in 1947 in response to some of the most fundamental technical challenges that faced military engineers during WWII. Since then, our electronic and electrical device seals have protected aerospace and military control panels and the devices that depend on them from environmental contaminants, weather, spills, and even certain types of gases. […]
How to Select the Right Elastomer for Your Sealing Boots and Fasteners
Comments Off on How to Select the Right Elastomer for Your Sealing Boots and FastenersElastomers are the key to providing effective sealing solutions for applications in outdoor, marine, medical and any environment where sealing stuff in or sealing stuff out is imperative. Elastomers are versatile materials typically composed of polymers, and manufacturers prize them for their ability to bend and stretch in a variety of ways before returning to […]
Celebrating a 75-year legacy
Leave a CommentWhat does it mean to be a 75-year-old, third-generation, family-owned American manufacturer? Some people might say that family-owned businesses don’t last that long — and are often mismanaged into bankruptcy. Well, at APM Hexseal, our 75th year was our best one ever. We made a lot of changes and investments in the business and our […]
In celebration of International Women’s Day: What Does It Mean to Be an Icon?
Leave a CommentSuch an interesting term, used to describe many people and many things but what does it truly signify? In layman’s terms, icon means idol, standout, pinnacle – the essence of greatness in a category. Icons can come from anywhere or from any walk of life. It is their unparalleled success or excellence that awards them […]
APM Hexseal Year In Review 2022
Leave a CommentWhat a year! Looking back, 2022 was a challenging but successful year for APM Hexseal. We are in the midst of a lot of changes and upgrades and our business is on the march. The last couple of years have indeed been difficult to navigate. Operating during a worldwide pandemic, then emerging and being faced […]
Stainless Steel Advantages
Leave a CommentStainless steel is a metal used in various applications due to its durability, heat and corrosion resistance, and variety of grades and types. We will explore what stainless steel is and the different types of stainless steel while also describing the advantages of stainless steel in various applications. What Is Stainless Steel? Stainless steel is […]
Get Into the Groove
Leave a CommentFounded in 1947, APM Hexseal is a leader in developing and manufacturing environmental sealing solutions for the advanced protection and longevity of circuit breakers and electromechanical switches. APM Hexseal is a trusted sealing products provider for extreme military, commercial, and industrial applications. With worldwide sales representation, a national and international distribution network, and a growing […]
How to Select the Right Elastomer
Leave a CommentAn elastomer is a material that returns to its original shape after bending and stretching, which makes it especially useful for sealing seams to prevent gases, liquids, and more from getting in or out. There are more than 20 types of elastomers, each with specific properties for effective sealing in a range of applications, including […]
Benefits of Working with an American Manufacturer
Leave a CommentSince 1947, APM Hexseal has been a leading provider of top-quality internal and external sealing solutions for various industries and applications. We proudly manufacture all of our sealing solutions in our New Jersey manufacturing facility. While many companies have moved their manufacturing operations overseas in an effort to find cheaper labor and production costs, we […]
How to Choose the Right Sealing Boot for Your Next Project
Leave a CommentMechanical and electrical controls such as control panels, circuit breakers, and switches can malfunction if not sealed properly and components are left vulnerable to harmful contaminants. Sealing boots function to guard those controls against various contaminants such as grease, cleaning solvents, sand, lubricants, liquids, saltwater, dust, and dirt. They are tough, flexible molded rubber devices […]