How working with MPRC, (an ISO-9001 and AAR M-1003 Certified Manufacturer,) benefits you- our customer.
Comments Off on How working with MPRC, (an ISO-9001 and AAR M-1003 Certified Manufacturer,) benefits you- our customer.Why MPRC’s ISO 9001 & AAR M-1003 Certifications Matter for Your Business Here’s a great article highlighting the reasons to work with a manufacturer who is ISO Certified. Master Packing & Rubber Company (MPRC) is not only ISO-9001 Certified, but AAR M-1003 Certified as well. What does this mean for you, the customer? Assurance. You […]
Thinking “outside the box” to provide innovative sealing solutions: The fully-molded “Ladder Gasket” from MPRC.
Comments Off on Thinking “outside the box” to provide innovative sealing solutions: The fully-molded “Ladder Gasket” from MPRC.Fully Molded Ladder Gasket: MPRC’s Innovative Answer to Sealing Challenges Master Packing & Rubber Company (MPRC) takes great pride in “thinking outside the box” to do whatever it takes to assist our customers, and we never shy away from challenging or problem applications that many suppliers turn down. One example of a solution we provided […]
Industrial News: Reflecting on a great 2022 FEW Show
Comments Off on Industrial News: Reflecting on a great 2022 FEW ShowReflections from the Field: MPRC’s 2022 Highlights from F.E.W. Show A look back at the 2022 Fuel Ethanol Workshop (FEW) in Minneapolis, MN MPRC recently attended the Fuel Ethanol Workshop (FEW) in Minneapolis, MN. As a leader in innovative seal technology, the goal of exhibiting at this year’s show was for MPRC to continue to […]
Gasket Materials and Understanding Choices through ASTM Tests
Comments Off on Gasket Materials and Understanding Choices through ASTM TestsUnderstanding Gasket Materials Through ASTM Testing Standards Gasket Materials and Understanding Choices for gasket selection through ASTM Tests Today’s blog will be posted below in print and is also available as a video here: https://youtu.be/bdoPET82aMI So many good competitors…so many good materials. It adds to the dilemma in picking who to work with and […]
MPRC’s M-Nozzle™ Gasket for Railcars
Comments Off on MPRC’s M-Nozzle™ Gasket for RailcarsRailcar Sealing Innovation: The Story Behind MPRC’s M-Nozzle Gasket The M-Nozzle™ Gasket from MPRC. When it comes to Railcar Manway gaskets, let’s face it: there are too many sizes, thicknesses, and variations to keep track of. How can you tell the difference between a gasket that’s supposed to be 21” x 19” versus a gasket […]
MPRC Employee Spotlight: Sebastian Struchen, Shipping Manager
Comments Off on MPRC Employee Spotlight: Sebastian Struchen, Shipping ManagerMPRC Employee Spotlight: Sebastian Struchen, Shipping Manager Sebastian (aka “Sea-bass”) is MPRC’s Shipping Manager. Sebastian has been with MPRC for 7 ½ years and is a tremendous asset to our team. Thanks to his leadership and the efforts of our shipping department, you can rest assured your order will get to you as quickly as […]
MPRC Team Member Spotlight: Patrick (Pat) Silvey- VP of Technical Service & Sales
Comments Off on MPRC Team Member Spotlight: Patrick (Pat) Silvey- VP of Technical Service & SalesTeam Member Spotlight: Patrick “Pat” Silvey, VP of Technical Services Patrick (Pat) Silvey VP of Technical Service & Sales Joined Master Packing, 2017 Not only is Pat a valuable asset to us here at MPRC in his role as VP of Technical Service and Sales at MPRC, but he can hold the beat down and […]
MPRC’s Bio-Fuel “science project!”
Comments Off on MPRC’s Bio-Fuel “science project!”Biofuel Science in Action: MPRC’s Sealing Innovation Project MPRC Bio-Fuel Test To cover our recent test and findings, we need to briefly identify what a Bio-Fuel is: Bio-Fuels- unlike other renewable energy sources, come from biomass such as plant or animal waste. A Bio-Fuel comes from the conversion of this waste into a liquid fuel, […]
Cut gaskets: Gasket swell and selecting the right material
Comments Off on Cut gaskets: Gasket swell and selecting the right materialHow to Manage Gasket Swell and Choose the Right Cut Gasket Material In the Engine business, most gaskets fail due to a combination of thermal cycling and improper surface preparation. Surfaces can become scratched, warped, or pitted which doesn’t allow for equal compression on the sealing surface, increasing the failure rate of the material. Many […]
MPRC Team Member Spotlight: Laura Suttles
Comments Off on MPRC Team Member Spotlight: Laura SuttlesTeam Member Spotlight: Meet Laura Suttles of MPRC MPRC Team Member Spotlight: Laura Suttles- Inside Sales/Customer Service- Master Packing & Rubber Company (MPRC) Chances are, if you have called Master Packing & Rubber Company, you have most certainly talked to Laura. She’s the pleasant and cheery voice that answers the phone, ensuring your order is […]