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WHY PIC?

ISO 9001 Quality System

Over 18,000 variations of diaphragm seals manufactured since 1987

Patented and patent-pending designs available only from
PIC

On-time delivery and meeting our customers' needs for rush orders are our priority at PIC

Largest and most experienced engineering team in the industry designs
PIC seals for accuracy, stability and reliability

Advanced manufacturing methods, such as brazing, solid-state welding (RSEW), laser marking, state-of-the-art calibration, advanced machining methods, and more

Special designs are quickly turned in most cases whether you need 1 unit or 10,000

Material traceability and material certifications available

Diaphragm material and thickness appear directly on diaphragm

416 stainless steel bleed screws for added peace of mind (carbon steel bleed screws are generally more likely to corrode from ambient or leaked process)

Industry-leading technical support team for applications


COMPANY

Providing innovations in:
Design
Service
Solutions

We know diaphragm seals. It's all we do. It is our focus and our passion. Because of this, we will help you create safe, reliable, low maintenance, pressure sensing systems.

We are experts at working with special designs and material requirements.

We are service oriented and can deliver hundreds of standard products or a single, one-time need. We do it all day long, every day.

We have offices in the US and Belgium. Our seals are installed world-wide. We've been in business since 1987 and we still have our very first client.

Our experience is vast, our innovation legendary, and our commitment to our clients unwavering.

We look forward to working with you!

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CAPABILITIES

Coordinate Measurement Machine Technology

Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) technology is proudly incorporated in PIC's ISO-9001 certified quality system. PIC's Zeiss Eclipse 550 CMM is easily capable of measuring down to 0.00001 of an inch, which allows easy measurement of even the most critical applications. In comparison to manual inspection, the CMM provides a 95% reduction of inspection time. This high inspection efficiency is put to use daily in sample inspections of high volume manufacturing. And, since the machine interfaces with our 3D modeling software, the most complex parts can be precisely measured.

Ultrasonic Cleaning

PIC utilizes ultrasonic, aqueous technology for cleaning all machined components. Ultrasonics of 40 KHz are introduced into a cleaning solution through piezoelectric elements. This process allows the rapid formation and violent collapse of bubbles that perform the cleaning work. Bottom-line results are parts that are extremely clean, down to the microscopic level. The use of this process is far superior to standard aqueous systems that may only include soaking, scrubbing and spraying.

PIC demands the use of this process to provide you with products that are ready for use with precision instrumentation.

Metal Joining Technology

Joining exotic metals to stainless steel is a significant challenge in the design and manufacture of remote diaphragm seals. Wetted, mixed-metal welds must be avoided to preserve the corrosion resistance of the exotic diaphragm.

PIC has expertise in attaching exotic diaphragms through the use of various joining technologies, including:

  • Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding
  • Plasma welding
  • Vacuum brazing
  • Laser welding
  • Resistance seam welding

Global Area Repair Center (GAR) and Emergency Repair Service

PIC created a Global Area Repair Center (GAR) to enhance our repair capabilities. With the formation of the GAR, PIC has dedicated personnel to focus on repairs, thereby allowing us to take repairs out of our mainstream production offering customers shorter repair lead times. With sites in U S and Belgium, logistics are minimized.

Given this, we are excited about the opportunity to provide you with this enhanced service capability. Our typical lead time on seal repairs is two to three days; however, PIC's Texas and Belgium facilities have the ability to accommodate emergency seal repairs 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Product Compliance Standards

Diaphragm seals designed and manufactured by PIC are in accordance with SEP, sound engineering practice, and therefore comply with the Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC.

PIC is authorized to apply the 3-A symbol to sanitary seals per the 3-A Sanitary Standard.

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