You may have noticed that I missed posting this weeks GlobalSpec product of the week.  For this I deeply apologize. On the up side the reason that I didn’t get our product posted is that we went to visit our friend Tony Palmeire at Alstom in Hornell, NY. 

Tony was kind enough to give us a tour of the shops where the railcars are assembled.  We were able to see the new cars being built in addition to the area where cars are being refurbished.  This was a truly remarkable experience.  To see the work that goes into the construction of each car is truly a sight to behold.  It was also great to see our railcar products in their intended applications.  There were numerous window and door seals and we saw a number of products waiting to be installed into cars that have been encased with insulation provided by Chamberlin Rubber Company, Inc.  and we even got to see one man applying squeak tape sold by - you guessed it - Chamberlin Rubber Company, Inc.!

Another highlight of our visit was the safety gear that they had us wear - bright yellow “bump” hats and bright yellow toe-covers for Sam and I - Scott had protective shoes already so he missed out on the toe-covers.  As always, I took a picture for your enjoyment.

I promise to post a Product of the Week next week. 

HAPPY LEAP DAY!!

~Andrea

Tony Palmeire, Sam Pennacchio, Andrea Truini, and Scott Bready during our visit to Alstom February 25, 2008. 

I guess a little late is better than never to share with you our GlobalSpec product of the week.  This week I chose to highlight Clearbraid K3150 tubing. 

Clearbraid K3150 tubing is constructed using a clear PVC, non-toxic compounds, ideal for food processing Clearbraid K3150 can be used in the following applications:

Chamberlin Rubber Company, Inc. supplies Clearbraid K3150 in 100′ lengths.

On Monday February 11, 2008 Chamberlin Rubber Company, Inc. had the pleasure of a training session with Joe Krause from Inertech.  Joe presented us with the wonders of Inertex^® expanded PTFE high performance gaskets and fluid sealing products. 

Inertex^® has the following attributes that set it apart from the rest:

- Good from -450^o to 600^o F

- Applicable in pressures from full vacuum to 3000 psi

- Chemically inert throughout the pH range of 0 to 14

- FDA suitable (FDA 21 CFR 177.1550)

Of course - as always - Chamberlin Rubber Company, Inc. can sell Inertex^® in sheet format or we would be happy to custom cut gaskets to fit your application.  Give us a call today for more information (585) 758-1027.