Appliance Seals from Freudenberg-NOK Work to Meet Increasing Performance Demands

PLYMOUTH, Mich., Sept. 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Due to ever increasing regulatory and consumer driven specifications in today's home appliances market, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies (Freudenberg-NOK) knows that constant innovation is crucial to help its customers gain a competitive edge.

Dishwashers have to be hygienic, quiet and at the same time faster than ever. Washing machines are not only getting faster and quieter, but also larger in terms of load capacity, while the overall dimensions need to remain the same. Ovens are required to have steam and self-cleaning features. Multi-compartment refrigerators and freezers are becoming market standard. And for all of these, the key demand is the same: enhanced energy efficiency.

To showcase its sealing solutions that are helping manufacturers and suppliers meet these demands, Freudenberg-NOK will participate in the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) Supplier Networking Reception in conjunction with AHAM's "Tech Week" on Sept. 23. This is an excellent opportunity to establish or build upon relationships with technical functions in AHAM's Major Appliance, Portable and Floor Care Divisions.

"Seals are fundamentally important to the proper functioning of appliances and can become a foundation for innovations by improving energy efficiency and device durability while reducing space requirements, friction, weight and force levels," said Yashar Nassouhi, business development manager, Freudenberg-NOK.  "We work to provide state-of-the-art designs, materials and products, such as oil seals, gaskets, multi-components (2K) and custom molded elastomeric products for precise sealing to make appliances work the way they're intended."

Building on unparalleled material expertise, Freudenberg-NOK is the industry's partner of choice whenever there is a need for magnetic-based, conductive, ozone-resistant, antibacterial or low density elastomers.

The company has developed tailor made elastomers and sealing products that meet even the most stringent technical and legal requirements for appliances used in laundry, dishwashing, refrigeration, home and personal care applications, and more.

For example, its seals used in washing machines are made from materials that deliver the improved energy efficiency the industry is looking for, while maximizing the resistance to wear and friction, and maintaining compatibility with detergents and other laundry additives that are mixed in water.

About Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies

Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is the Americas joint venture between Freudenberg and Co. in Germany and NOK Corp. in Japan. Freudenberg-NOK is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for a variety of markets including: aerospace; agriculture; appliance; automotive; construction; diesel engine; energy; food and beverage; heavy industry; and pharmaceutical. Founded in 1989 under the legal name Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership, Freudenberg-NOK is headquartered in Plymouth, Mich. and operates more than 20 facilities across the Americas. For additional information, please visit www.fnst.com.

SOURCE Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies

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