The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce that it has become an Affiliate Partner of Make UK, the leading organisation representing the UK manufacturing sector. This new affiliation marks an important step in strengthening the Association’s engagement with the wider manufacturing community and enhancing the value it delivers to members. As […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to welcome Price Western Leather Co Ltd as the latest company to join the association’s growing membership. Based in Minehead, Somerset, Price Western Leather Co has built a reputation over 50 years for high quality design and manufacture of leather and synthetic equipment for the police, […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) has announced a new member benefit through a partnership with CCI Credit Management, a leading commercial debt recovery agency. The new collaboration will provide UKGSA members with access to professional debt recovery services designed to support businesses in managing overdue payments and improving cashflow. With more than 40 […]

The Winter 2025-26 edition of our quarterly member e-newsletter, Cutting Edge, is now available. Inside this issue This issue is packed full of the latest updates from members and the association including: Welcome to newest members Upcoming events and trade shows Member news Technical product or material articles Company milestones and achievements and more! Read […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce that Plastim Ltd has joined the association. Based in Staverton, Gloucestershire, Plastim Ltd is part of the Omnia Plastica SpA group. Plastim Ltd Est. 1997 is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of high-quality engineering plastic rods, sheets and tubes. The company has been […]

The latest edition of the UKGSA newsletter, Cutting Edge, is now available to read on our website. This Autumn issue is one of our biggest issues yet, packed with member updates, upcoming events, and informative feature articles! In the Autumn UKGSA newsletter: Read about our newest members Hear from our Chairman Find out who is […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scot Mackay, Technical Sales Manager at Kewell Converters, to its Executive Committee as a member representative. The UKGSA’s Committee plays a vital role in ensuring that the Association’s activities reflect and serve the needs of its members. Made up of dedicated […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is delighted to announce that Clifford Springs Ltd, a leading specialist in seal energising and protection springs, has joined the Association as its newest member. Based in Redditch, Worcestershire, the company has earned international acclaim for its comprehensive portfolio of energising springs, serving industries ranging from oil & […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is delighted to welcome TYM Seals & Gaskets as the latest addition to our growing network. As a trade association, the UKGSA represents companies who specialise in converting materials into gaskets and seals. Our mission includes offering members a platform for collaboration, technical support, marketing outreach, and networking. […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce that nine new companies have joined the association during the 2024-25 membership year, reinforcing the UKGSA’s position as the leading trade body for the industry. These new members represent a diverse cross-section of manufacturers and suppliers, all contributing to the innovation of the UK’s […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA), the leading trade association representing the UK’s gasket and sealing industry,  is delighted to announce a new partnership with the Gasket & Seals Show, the premier event for professionals in the sealing technology industry. This strategic collaboration will see the UKGSA join The Gasket and Seals Show as […]

It is with great sadness and loss that we report the passing of Lyn Weichardt of Direct Gaskets. You can read the family’s funeral notice. Keith Shepherd kindly shares his memories of Lyn. Lyn had not been well for some time but was soldiering on as she always did. Lyn’s passing came as a complete […]

Following the sad news of the loss of Alan Bates, Keith Shepherd shares his memories. I count myself very fortunate to have known Alan in both a business and personal capacity. Mr Blackburn Rovers personified, but braving it in the White Rose county amidst a band of Huddersfield Town fans, Alan chose to base himself […]

Whitby and Chandler Ltd, a century-old specialist in supplying gaskets, seals, rubber mouldings and sheet materials, has officially become a member of the UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA). With integrated gasket cutting and rubber moulding capabilities, including CNC, flat-bed and press-cut facilities, Whitby and Chandler bring extensive expertise and technical capability to the membership. […]

We’re excited to announce the Summer 2025 edition of our newsletter – Cutting Edge – is now live and ready to explore. This issue is packed with timely insights, member highlights, and essential updates to keep you informed. Read it now: https://view.flipdocs.com/Cutting-Edge-Summer-2025 What’s inside the Summer 2025 issue? Inside this issue you’ll find member updates […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is proud to announce its Annual Charity Dinner, held this June, successfully raised £2,750 in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. The evening brought together members from across the UK’s gasket and sealing sectors for a night of camaraderie, generosity and fundraising. Highlights of the evening’s charitable efforts included […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) voted in two new members to its Executive Committee at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in June 2025 and re-elected an existing committee member. Laura Nevett, Refinery and Key Account Manager at Flexitallic UK Ltd, brings industry knowledge and a strong track record of customer-focused solutions. Her appointment […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) is pleased to announce that UTEX Europe Limited has joined the Association. A division of the global sealing solutions company, UTEX Industries, UTEX Europe is based in Ashington, Northumberland, and serves industries across Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Known for its engineering expertise and customer-centric approach, UTEX Europe […]

The UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) announced at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in June 2025, the retirement of Sam Bradley, Global Director for Strategic Sales at Flexitallic UK Ltd, from its Executive Committee. During many years of dedicated service, Sam played an integral role in the work of the committee, contributing valuable insight […]

On Wednesday, 7 May 2025, members of the UK Gasket & Sealing Association (UKGSA) and guests gathered at V-Seal Limited’s headquarters in Elland, West Yorkshire for an insightful tour of one of the UK’s leading gasket and sealing manufacturers. The visit offered attendees a first-hand look at V-Seal’s advanced production capabilities and an opportunity to […]