Technical Resources
Guides, Comparisons & Selection Tools
Technical content for OEM engineers, procurement managers, and operations teams sourcing custom components — written by people who actually spec and inspect these parts. Free to read, no email required.
EPDM vs Silicone Rubber Seals: A Material Selection Guide
EPDM handles outdoor temperature swings and ozone exposure well; silicone handles extreme heat. Here's the full decision framework.
Brush Seal vs Pile Weatherstrip: Which Sealing Solution Fits?
Fenestration calls it pile weatherstrip. Data centers call it a brush grommet. Conveyors call it a skirting seal. Here's what they actually are and how to specify them.
Custom Component Sourcing: A Procurement Manager's Checklist
15 questions to ask before committing to a new custom component supplier. Based on real procurement team workflows across fenestration and access systems OEMs.
CAD to Component: Inside SB5's Sample-First Sourcing Process
Why every SB5 relationship starts with free samples - and how that protects you from the #1 risk of switching suppliers.
Reducing Data Center Cooling Losses with Brush Grommets
48% of conditioned air is lost through unsealed cable cutouts. Here's the engineering math on how brush grommets reclaim that cooling.
HVAC Damper Blade Seals: AMCA Leakage Compliance
AMCA leakage classes, UL 555 fire damper compliance, and the spec data you need to provide upfront for a fast, accurate quote.
Conveyor Skirting Seal Material Selection Guide
Match skirting durometer to your belt speed, material abrasiveness, and environmental conditions. Plus: when brush strip beats solid skirting.
Component TCO Calculator: Reducing Your 3-Year Spend
Most procurement teams compare unit price. The ones that save the most compare total cost of ownership. Here's the math.
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