EPDM vs TPE Differences
7.04.2025
EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) and TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) are both materials commonly used in various industries for their flexibility and durability, but they differ
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Stainless steel solutions anywhere in the world
2.04.2025
V.A.V. Group and Jet-Steel are two relatively small companies, but their products and solutions are trusted worldwide. The stainless steel expert Jet-Steel operates in Kouvola,
TPE vs. TPU – What’s the difference?
13.03.2025
Our wide range of TPE seals and profiles is already well-known across Europe and overseas, and recently we have been asked the question whether TPE
Silicone Extrusion Process
16.12.2024
V.A.V. Group is known for excellent sealing solutions and superb Finnish quality products, but you may not be aware of the process that leads to
PROFILE & SEAL MATERIAL SELECTION GUIDE
3.06.2024
MATERIALS USED IN PROFILE MANUFACTURING Seal profile materials are designed and selected according to their intended use and operating conditions. V.A.V. Group makes its own
How to get custom profiles in four simple steps
17.05.2024
V.A.V. Group has a customer-oriented and flexible approach to profile manufacturing. We create profiles with our client’s needs in mind, while also being an active
Crafting Innovation: Making the Right Tools for the Job
14.05.2024
Tuomas Moilanen, the quality and tooling manager at V.A.V. Group, knows what it takes to cater to the needs of both new and existing clients.
From craft breweries to calf feeders – Our more curious customer cases
4.04.2024
We looked back on our more curious customer cases along the years with project manager Hannu and head engineer Tuomas.
PVC vs. TPE profiles
29.01.2024
Two popular materials stand out for sealing solutions and profiles in building applications: polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and thermoplastic elastomers (TPE). Both materials have unique properties
Fire X silicone receive HL3 of updated EN 45545-2:2020 standard
8.11.2023
V.A.V. Group’s self-extinguishing Fire X silicone has passed the most demanding railway transportation safety tests and is now classified as HL3 level profiles according to
