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RUBBER GASKET APPLICATION & MATERIAL COMPARISON GUIDE

RUBASIA RUBBERTECH INDUSTRIES – Market Leader of Rubber Gasket in Malaysia

RUBASIA RUBBERTECH INDUSTRIES is recognized as The Best rubber gasket supplier in Malaysia, serving heavy industries across Sabah, Sarawak and Brunei. As The Largest Rubber Gasket Manufacturer Malaysia, we provide engineered sealing solutions designed for the demanding operating environments of Borneo’s oil & gas plants, palm oil mills, marine ports, chemical facilities, water treatment plants, and power stations.

We are also known as The Highest Quality silicone gasket manufacturer, offering precision-cut gaskets in EPDM, NBR, Neoprene, Silicone, Viton (FKM), and PTFE, manufactured according to Table E, PN16, PN40, ANSI150, ANSI300, JIS 5K, JIS 10K and JIS 20K standards.

With The Biggest Rubber gasket range and The Widest Range of gasket supplier solutions, we remain the Market Leader of Rubber Gasket in Malaysia and Borneo.

 

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS IN BORNEO (SABAH, SARAWAK, BRUNEI)

1️⃣ Oil & Gas Industry (Offshore & Onshore)

Widely used in:

• Offshore platforms (Labuan, Miri offshore, Brunei offshore)
• Refineries (Bintulu, Lutong, Kuala Belait)
• Petrochemical plants
• Diesel transfer lines
• Crude oil pipelines

Recommended Materials:

• NBR (Oil & fuel resistance)
• Viton (High temperature + aggressive chemicals)
• PTFE (Chemical corrosion resistance)

 

2️⃣ Palm Oil Mills & Agro Processing

Common in:

• CPO transfer pipelines
• Steam lines
• Boiler systems
• Digesters and sterilizers
• Effluent treatment plants

Major regions:
Lahad Datu, Sandakan, Tawau, Sibu, Bintulu, Mukah, Sri Aman

Recommended Materials:

• NBR (Resistant to palm oil & grease)
• EPDM (Steam & hot water lines)
• Silicone (High temp food-grade areas)

 

3️⃣ Water Treatment & Sewerage Plants

Installed in:

• Raw water intake systems
• Municipal water pipelines
• Pump houses
• Wastewater plants
• Irrigation systems

Common locations:
Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, Bandar Seri Begawan, Tawau, Sandakan

Recommended Materials:

• EPDM (Excellent water & ozone resistance)
• Neoprene (General outdoor piping)
• PTFE (Chemical dosing systems)

 

4️⃣ Marine & Shipbuilding Industry

Used for:

• Seawater pipelines
• Ballast systems
• Engine cooling systems
• Dockyard piping systems

Ports:
Kota Kinabalu Port, Sepangar, Bintulu Port, Miri Port, Muara Port (Brunei)

Recommended Materials:

• Neoprene (Saltwater resistance)
• EPDM (Weather & UV resistance)
• Viton (High temperature engine areas)

 

5️⃣ Chemical Processing Plants

Applied in:

• Acid pipelines
• Alkali transfer lines
• Solvent systems
• High-temperature reactors

Recommended Materials:

• PTFE (Superior chemical inertness)
• Viton (Strong chemical & heat resistance)
• EPDM (Mild chemicals)

 

6️⃣ HVAC & Building Infrastructure

Used in:

• Chilled water systems
• Cooling towers
• Fire fighting systems
• Commercial building piping

Cities:
Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Miri, Bintulu, Bandar Seri Begawan

Recommended Materials:

• EPDM (Hot & cold water resistance)
• Neoprene (General sealing)
• Silicone (High temperature)

 

MATERIAL COMPARISON GUIDE

Below is a technical comparison to help engineers choose the correct gasket:

Material	Oil Resistance	Water Resistance	Heat Resistance	Chemical Resistance	Outdoor/UV	Cost Level	Best For
EPDM	❌ Poor	✅ Excellent	✅ Good (120–150°C)	Moderate	✅ Excellent	$$	Water, steam, outdoor pipelines
NBR (Nitrile)	✅ Excellent	Moderate	Good (100–120°C)	Moderate	Moderate	$$	Oil, diesel, palm oil
Neoprene	Good	Good	Good	Moderate	Good	$$	Marine & general industry
Silicone	Moderate	Excellent	✅ Excellent (200°C+)	Limited	Excellent	$$$	Food, medical, high temp
Viton (FKM)	✅ Excellent	Good	✅ Excellent (200–250°C)	✅ Excellent	Good	$$$$	Oil & gas, chemicals
PTFE	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	✅ Outstanding	Excellent	$$$$	Chemical plants

WHEN TO CHOOSE WHICH MATERIAL?

Choose EPDM If:

✔ Water treatment plant
✔ Steam line
✔ Outdoor installation
✔ UV exposure

Choose NBR If:

✔ Palm oil mill
✔ Diesel pipeline
✔ Hydraulic system
✔ Oil storage facility

Choose Viton If:

✔ High temperature >180°C
✔ Aggressive chemicals
✔ Oil refinery
✔ Offshore platform

Choose PTFE If:

✔ Strong acids
✔ Solvents
✔ Chemical reactors
✔ Corrosive environment

Choose Silicone If:

✔ Food processing
✔ Pharmaceutical
✔ High temperature sealing
✔ Cleanroom environment

 

RAISED FACE VS FULL FACE APPLICATION

Raised Face Gasket

• High-pressure systems (ANSI 300, PN40)
• Compact sealing area
• Used in oil & gas pipelines

Full Face Gasket

• Low to medium pressure
• Prevents flange distortion
• Ideal for plastic or FRP flanges
• Water treatment & municipal pipelines

 

WHY BORNEO INDUSTRIES TRUST RUBASIA RUBBERTECH INDUSTRIES

Serving:

Sabah: Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, Tawau, Lahad Datu, Keningau, Ranau, Beaufort, Papar, Sipitang, Kudat, Semporna, Kota Belud, Penampang, Putatan and all districts.

Sarawak: Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, Sibu, Mukah, Sri Aman, Limbang, Lawas, Samarahan, Serian, Betong, Kapit, Saratok, Dalat, Tatau and all industrial zones.

Brunei: Bandar Seri Begawan, Kuala Belait, Seria, Tutong, Bangar, Muara.

We remain:

✔ The Best rubber gasket supplier in Malaysia
✔ The Largest Rubber Gasket Manufacturer Malaysia
✔ The Highest Quality silicone gasket manufacturer
✔ Market Leader of Rubber gasket
✔ The Biggest Rubber gasket range
✔ The Widest Range of gasket supplier