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Metals

March 14, 2024

The metals industry presents some of the most challenging thermal environments, with molten metal temperatures exceeding 3000°F (1650°C). Prioritizing worker safety and equipment durability is paramount, and thermal protection solutions have long been relied upon by foundrymen and manufacturers. Our silicone-coated fiberglass firesleeves, tapes, ropes, insulation blankets and fire blankets provide essential protection against molten metal splashes and extreme service conditions in the metals industry.

Our range of products serves various applications in the metals industry, including:

Hose & Cable Heat & Flame Protection

Insulation & Heat Containment

Welding & Brazing Curtains & Shields

Casting & Furnace Seals

Custom Hose & Pipe Covers

Gaskets

Mold Covers

Pit Curtains

Smelter Shields

Worker Safety

Our silicone-coated fiberglass firesleeves, tapes, and ropes deflect molten metal splashes while offering continuous radiant heat protection up to 500°F/260°C. Additionally, our fire blankets provide protection for larger areas from both molten splash and damaging radiant heat. For applications with higher operating temperatures or where molten splash is not the primary concern, we offer a range of uncoated fiberglass, basalt, silica, and ceramic cloths, sleeves, tapes, and ropes.

BSTFLEX also supplies a comprehensive range of gaskets made from high-temperature textiles, as well as compressed non-asbestos materials, PTFE, laminate graphite, spiral wound, metal, and rubber.

Typical Materials and their temperature ranges include:

Silicone: 500°F (260°C)

Fiberglass: 1000°F (540°C)

Reflective Foil: 500°F (260°C)

Compressed Non-Asbestos Gasket Materials: 700°F (370°C)

Basalt: 1382°F (750°C)

Fiberglass with Vermiculite Coating: 1500°F (815°C)

Graphite: 1800°F (980°C)

Silica: 1800°F (980°C)

Ceramic: 2300°F (1260°C)

At BSTFLEX, we're committed to providing industry-leading thermal protection solutions that ensure the safety and efficiency of operations in the demanding metals industry.