TEADIT®
A major chemical plant was grappling with recurring leaks in its Bromine Tower, a problem that rippled across every corner of its operations. Productivity slowed as the facility was forced to rely on alternative resources, while chlorine leaks heightened explosion risks and put both employees and the surrounding community in danger.
At the same time, constant repairs and unplanned downtime drove maintenance and operational costs ever higher, creating an urgent need for a safer, more reliable solution. It was at this point that they sought out TEADIT®.
With decades of experience in chemical plant sealing, TEADIT® is recognized for providing high-performance gaskets designed to withstand corrosive media and demanding industrial conditions.
The root cause
After consulting TEADIT, its sealing experts conducted a thorough analysis and determined that the Bromine Tower’s rigid PTFE gaskets, whether skived or molded, required high seating stress to deform and create a proper seal. However, the available bolt stress was insufficient to fully conform the gasket to the flange surfaces, resulting in persistent leaks that had afflicted the plant.
The solution
To resolve the issue, TEADIT recommended Tealon™ TF1570, a high-performance PTFE-based gasket material with superior mechanical properties. Its high compressibility allowed it to form a reliable seal even under low loads, eliminating leak paths. Precise torque calculations ensured optimal sealing without compromising Bromine Tower operations.
The results
The use of TEADIT’s recommended gasket upgrade delivered measurable improvements across every aspect of the plant’s operations:
This case demonstrates how selecting the right gasket material can dramatically improve safety, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency, a lesson for chemical plants facing corrosive media challenges.
To learn how Tealon gaskets can provide the ideal solution for applications with corrosive media, consult with TEADIT’s SMEs.
For more information, visit Tealon™ TF1570.
About the Author
Angelica Pajkovic is a Client Specialist at Teadit, with a particular focus on technical content development. Hailing from Toronto, Canada, she has over six years of experience in the industrial industry. In her previous role as Editor-in-Chief at an industrial B2B Publishing company, she gained a rounded understanding of the challenges, interests, and business relationships in the industrial sector. For more information, please contact Angelica via email at: angelicap@teadit.com.
A major chemical plant was grappling with recurring leaks in its Bromine Tower, a problem that rippled across every corner of its operations. Productivity slowed as the facility was forced to rely on alternative resources, while chlorine leaks heightened explosion risks and put both employees and the surrounding community in danger.
At the same time, constant repairs and unplanned downtime drove maintenance and operational costs ever higher, creating an urgent need for a safer, more reliable solution. It was at this point that they sought out TEADIT®.
With decades of experience in chemical plant sealing, TEADIT® is recognized for providing high-performance gaskets designed to withstand corrosive media and demanding industrial conditions.
The root cause
After consulting TEADIT, its sealing experts conducted a thorough analysis and determined that the Bromine Tower’s rigid PTFE gaskets, whether skived or molded, required high seating stress to deform and create a proper seal. However, the available bolt stress was insufficient to fully conform the gasket to the flange surfaces, resulting in persistent leaks that had afflicted the plant.
The solution
To resolve the issue, TEADIT recommended Tealon™ TF1570, a high-performance PTFE-based gasket material with superior mechanical properties. Its high compressibility allowed it to form a reliable seal even under low loads, eliminating leak paths. Precise torque calculations ensured optimal sealing without compromising Bromine Tower operations.
The results
The use of TEADIT’s recommended gasket upgrade delivered measurable improvements across every aspect of the plant’s operations:
- 100% leak elimination — Recurring leaks were completely stopped.
- Increased productivity — With no need for alternative resources, production efficiency was restored.
- Lower maintenance costs — Fewer leaks meant fewer repairs and less downtime.
- Eliminated explosion risks — Improved sealing significantly reduced hazards from chlorine leaks.
This case demonstrates how selecting the right gasket material can dramatically improve safety, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency, a lesson for chemical plants facing corrosive media challenges.
To learn how Tealon gaskets can provide the ideal solution for applications with corrosive media, consult with TEADIT’s SMEs.
For more information, visit Tealon™ TF1570.
About the AuthorAngelica Pajkovic is a Client Specialist at Teadit, with a particular focus on technical content development. Hailing from Toronto, Canada, she has over six years of experience in the industrial industry. In her previous role as Editor-in-Chief at an industrial B2B Publishing company, she gained a rounded understanding of the challenges, interests, and business relationships in the industrial sector. For more information, please contact Angelica via email at: angelicap@teadit.com.