What Is a Gasket?
A gasket is a sealing component used to prevent leakage or escape of liquids, gases or other media. Gaskets are available in many shapes and sizes and are used across a wide range of industries, including automotive, construction, oil and gas, process industry and many more.

Gaskets are manufactured in a variety of materials, including rubber, plastics, fibre materials and metal. The correct material depends on the specific application, operating conditions and media.

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How Is a Gasket Used?
A gasket is used to prevent leakage of liquids, gases or other media from equipment, components and piping systems. Gaskets are typically installed between two or more surfaces where a tight and reliable seal is required.

Where Are Gaskets Used?
Gaskets are used in a wide range of industries and applications. Typical applications include:

• Oil and gas industry
  Gaskets are used in pipelines, valves, pumps and tanks to prevent leakage of oil, gas and other media.

• Construction industry
  Gaskets are used in windows, doors, roofs and foundations to protect against water, wind and weather conditions.

• Food and pharmaceutical industries
  Gaskets are used in containers, seals, lids and processing systems to prevent leakage and ensure hygienic operation.

• Chemical industry
  Gaskets are used in reactors, tanks, pipelines and process equipment exposed to chemicals and aggressive media.

• Medical equipment
  Gaskets are used in medical devices such as infusion pumps, dialysis machines and other equipment requiring reliable sealing.

These are only a few examples of where gaskets are used. Gaskets are applied in a wide range of industrial applications where tight sealing and protection against leakage are essential.

When Is a Gasket Used?
A gasket is used when a tight and reliable seal is required between two surfaces or when protection against leakage of liquids, gases or other media is needed. Gaskets are commonly used in the following situations:

When Protection Against Leakage Is Required
Gaskets are used to prevent leakage when liquids, gases or other media must be contained or kept out of a system or component.

When Sealing a Connection or Joint
When two components are assembled, a gasket is used to seal the joint and prevent media from passing through the connection.

When Protection Against Environmental Conditions Is Needed
Gaskets are used to protect equipment and components against environmental influences such as water, wind, dust and dirt by creating a sealed connection.

When Protection Against Corrosion Is Required
In applications exposed to corrosive media, gaskets help protect equipment and components by preventing direct contact with aggressive substances.

When Improving Energy Efficiency
Gaskets can improve operational and energy efficiency by preventing leakage of liquids and gases that may affect system performance and reliability.

These are only a few examples of when gaskets are used. In general, gaskets are applied wherever tight sealing and protection against leakage are essential.