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For engineers developing waterproof products, confirming that an enclosure can withstand immersion is essential. But during product development, knowing whether water has entered is only part of the…
Read article →September 30, 2026
When a product is designed to operate underwater, proving that it can survive the environment is only part of the challenge. Engineers also need to understand what is happening during the test . Is…
August 24, 2026
When selecting a stainless steel pressure vessel for an industrial application, the choice of material can have a bigger impact than it might initially seem. Stainless steel is widely used…
July 10, 2026
Industrial research and development has always been about solving tomorrow's challenges. Whether developing new pharmaceutical formulations, testing advanced battery technologies, or…
June 4, 2026
At SR-TEK, we are fortunate to work with customers and partners from a wide range of industries, from research and development to medical technology. Every now and then, a project comes…
May 1, 2026
In medical device development, pressure testing plays a critical role in ensuring product safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. Yet many conventional testing methods rely heavily…
April 14, 2026
Industrial processes are becoming more advanced every year. As production technologies evolve and sustainability requirements increase, companies are rethinking how critical equipment is…
March 10, 2026
In many industrial sectors, pressure vessels and vacuum vessels are critical parts of technological installations. They support the processing, storage, and handling of complex materials…
January 12, 2026
Ingress Protection (IP) testing is essential for verifying the sealing integrity and environmental durability of modern products. From industrial control enclosures and automotive…
November 26, 2025
Advanced Pressure, Vacuum & Temperature Simulation Standard IP ratings are useful for basic durability checks — but many modern components operate in conditions far outside IPX limits. At…
October 15, 2025
It all begins with a conversation with one of our sales engineer. Every project at SR-TEK starts with a simple question: What do you need this vessel to do? From there, a journey begins —…
September 16, 2025
Invisible Technology, Visible Impact Every day, people trust the products around them—without thinking about the engineering behind them. Your smartwatch can survive a swim, your smartphone…
August 28, 2025
At SR-TEK, we don’t just manufacture high-performance vessels — we do it with the planet in mind. As stainless steel pressure vessel manufacturers , we know that what we make has a lasting…
July 31, 2025
Business: Small to large Global Organisations Sections: CT Series, Electronics, Renewable Energy, Research & Development, Industrial Testing, Scientific Experiments, Automotive, Medical…
May 12, 2025
Innovative Dispensing Partnership Powers Sustainable Pest Control with Precision Technology Success Story: BigSis /Zyzzle The precise application of fluids, even in the smallest volumes, is…
April 28, 2025
At SR-TEK Limited, we take pride in designing and manufacturing high-quality stainless steel and clear vessels (glass or acrylic) tailored precisely to the needs of our clients. Based in…
March 20, 2025
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in SR-Tek’s journey—our expansion into Europe with a brand-new office in Milan, Italy! This strategic move marks an exciting new chapter…
July 29, 2023
The SR-TEK Transparent Vacuum and Pressure Vessel offers numerous benefits when it comes to testing the integrity of wine and juice plastic pouches. This innovative tool has revolutionized…
June 9, 2023
Mixing and agitation are both processes used to blend or combine substances, but they differ in their mechanisms and objectives. Mixing involves gently combining two or more components to…
May 17, 2023
SR-TEK transparent vessels have become increasingly popular in the food and drink industry due to their unique properties that provide numerous benefits for processing and packaging…
April 25, 2023
Stainless steel pressure vessels are widely used in various industries due to their ability to withstand high pressure and temperature. However, when choosing a stainless steel pressure…
July 28, 2022
Laboratory equipment distributor, the MRC Group, has selected SR-TEK as its sole provider of pressure vessels . The move follows increased demand for pressure tanks and transparent testing…
June 27, 2022
They may have been developed to better manage fluids on production lines, but transparent pressure vessels are increasingly being seen as ideal testing environments for research and…
April 21, 2022
SR-TEK, which produces the world’s only commercially available transparent pressure vessel, has revealed a new test and development chamber . Just under half of the world’s transparent…
March 22, 2022
8 years on since founding SR-TEK, we’ve taken the time to refresh our brand with the help of Phil Heaton from Everbrand (who also helped us design our latest free to access white paper ).…
February 28, 2022
Transparent Pressure Tank Liners speed up cleaning and productivity with clear vessels In response to unprecedented demand, we can now supply two types of drum liner compatible with our…
December 22, 2021
Just under half of the world’s transparent pressure vessels are now being used in research, development, and testing. Built to withstand and exert extreme temperatures and pressures, with…
November 19, 2021
It can sometimes feel like fluids are a bottleneck, restricting what can be achieved through continuous improvement. Often the answer won’t lie in costly chemical alterations to the fluid…
September 9, 2021
Although the original purpose of the SR TEK transparent pressure vessels was to support the management of fluids on production lines, but in recent years, SR TEK has seen an increase in…
September 7, 2021
SR-TEK is delighted to support a team from Pennsylvania State University in their studies to reduce major bottle necks in biopharmaceutical production. SR-TEK is providing our unique…
April 30, 2021
Air entrapment and gas bubbles are some of the most common causes of poor fluid performance and parts failure in modern fluid management. In the first of this two-part blog series Loris…
April 30, 2021
Air bubbles can have a devastating impact on production. Medium viscosity adhesives, silicone, UV, epoxies, latex and oil are just some of the fluids that are particularly affected. Trapped…
April 8, 2021
Maintaining a consistent temperature is critical for the efficient running of any manufacturer’s or engineer’s production line. Even if the temperature fluctuates just a couple of degrees…
March 11, 2021
When canadian dispensing machine specialists DispenseRite started looking for a fluid pressure reservoir in 2018, an internet search led them to SR-TEK because we are the world’s only…
January 20, 2021
Having seen an increased level of demand from the automotive, electronic and aerospace manufacturers for a product to dispense consistent flow rates on thick and thixotropic fluids, we have…
December 4, 2020
For any engineer or manufacturing operative, the ability to maintain a consistent temperature is critical for the efficient running of your production line. Changes in temperature, even…
November 3, 2020
Many people come to SR-TEK because they are looking for a simple but effective way to dispense fluid throughout the manufacturing and engineering process, but believe it’s not possible…
September 23, 2020
SR TEK has recently launched the 900 ML-S, a low pressure, low volume feed reservoir and we thought we’d answer all your questions about this great new product. The 900 ML-S is designed…
September 23, 2020
This month, we wanted to focus on one of SR-TEK’s long-standing distribution partners. Flumasys is a fluid systems specialist with a specialism in precise dispensing for industrial…
August 7, 2020
SR TEK is delighted to announce that ECT Adhesives is working with us to launch our series of pressure tanks and agitation systems to their extensive range of clients in Ireland, including…
July 17, 2020
The latest innovation from SR-TEK - the CT Series of Pressure Tanks is proving incredibly popular, with over 150 models sold to laboratories for research and development and a further 250…
July 9, 2020
SR-TEK is delighted to welcome Kontrol Plus International as a distributor of our pressure tanks and agitation systems. Kontrol Plus International is based in California and has strong…
June 24, 2020
The latest product from SR-TEK, the CT Series are clear pressure tanks which reduce research and development time by allowing engineers and scientists to observe reactions and make changes…
June 3, 2020
We’d like to welcome Dosifit to the SR-TEK family as our Spanish distribution partner. Traditionally supplying distribution systems for lubricants and oils, Dosifit were not able to meet…
October 27, 2017
If your business features a production line working with fluids, you'll know that air pressure tanks or pneumatic pressure tanks are sometimes used to feed industrial fluids and chemicals…
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