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An Ocean of Opportunities

An Ocean of Opportunities
Seawater is brutal on equipment. The salt, the pressure and the regular use all add up to a harsh environment that wears metal and other ROV components down quickly leading to downtime and failure. ROVs are expensive pieces of equipment and every minute of downtime means costs and lost revenue. Metal parts can't stand up…
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Marine Safety with Nylon

Marine Safety with Nylon
There is no environment harsher than the open water. With salt, wind and water all at play in varying weather patterns, outfitting boats properly is an important aspect of safety. In the past, many boat elements like rope liners and rollers have been made of rubber, but there is a more durable option - nylon.…
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Why Cast Nylon parts are perfect for marine applications

Why Cast Nylon parts are perfect for marine applications
Machinery and parts used in the marine industry are subjected to more than average wear and tear. Being exposed to water, salt, and unique atmospheric conditions, parts used in the marine industry need to be extra tough. Cast nylon more than fits these specific needs. We’ve found that components made from cast nylon and used…
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Industry profile: Marine

Industry profile: Marine
At Nylatech we’re proud to work with the marine industry for their plastic part needs. Marine applications require strong parts that can withstand rough ocean conditions. Our materials are successfully replacing traditionally metal parts and are outlasting their metal counterparts in high exposure marine environments. Here are some benefits of plastics for the marine industry: exceptional…
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Sealing with Nylon

Sealing with Nylon
Valves and seals made of nylon consistently outperform their rubber and metal counterparts. They last longer, can be pre-coloured (no painting) and can take the same amount of pressure (and then some) of components made of other materials. Due to its unique chemical composition, nylon is self-lubricating and won't dry out like rubber seals. Plus,…
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