R U B B E R FA B ’ S S A N I TA RY G A S K E T G U I D E L I N E S
• Tuf-Flex® is the world’s first unitized gasket, setting new
standards for purity, performance and flexibility. A Tuf-Flex®
Gasket’s contact surface is PTFE unitized to an EPDM
rubber inner core. This totally bonded construction provides a PTFE gasket with the mechanical characteristics,
including memory, of an elastomer gasket. Designed to
meet critical requirements in biopharmaceutical, ultrapure water, WFI (water for injection) and difficult food
and beverage processing.
• Food-Flex™ is setting new standards for purity and
performance for the food and beverage industries.
Food-Flex™ will not absorb product, thus eliminating flavor
transfer and reducing the need for costly gasket changeouts.
A contact surface of PTFE unitized to a Buna rubber inner
core provides a PTFE gasket with the inert, non-stick characteristics and memory of an elastomer gasket without
pigmentation or spalling. Unlike standard PTFE gaskets,
once clamped (30 in./lb), Food-Flex™ eliminates leaks in
∆T situations and out performs all standard elastomeric
gaskets by providing 2-6x extended service life.
• Tuf-Steel® is composed of a unique 50/50 blend of non-pigmented PTFE and 316L passivated and atomized stainless
steel. Testing and seven years of documented application usage has demonstrated that Tuf-Steel® is the choice
for perfect surface performance, outstanding durability
1 = Excellent
Gasket
2 = Good
Continuous
Steam
3 = Acceptable
Intermittent
Steam
• PTFE is the material of choice whenever low temperature
flexibility or gasket memory is not required and can remain
in service for longer periods of time in both water and
steam applications. PTFE is not recommended with large
temperature variations due to creep and cold flow. PTFE has
minimal extractables, has a low absorption rate and excellent resistance to process fluids.
• Platinum Cured Silicone is the material of choice in
sanitary water systems when PTFE is not feasible due to
severely misaligned fittings, or if the cost of high pressure
clamps does not outweigh the benefits of PTFE (extended
service life). See literature RF-170 for more information.
• FKM Fluoroelastomer and EPDM compounds are specified by many of our process equipment manufacturers.
They are generally suitable for these applications, however,
service life must be considered and a preventative maintenance program be implemented to mitigate degradation.
4 = Marginal
Tuf-Flex®/Ansi-Flex™
1
1
1
1
1
1
Maintains seal with wide temperature variations. Has extended service life.*
1
-100°F to
350°F
Food-Flex™
X
2
1
2
1
Maintains seal. No pigmentation or spalling. Has extended service life.*
2
2
-30°F to
250°F
Tuf-Steel®
1
1
1
1
1
Maintains seal with wide temperature variations. Has extended service life.*
1
1
-100°F to
500°F
HPV
EPDM, FKM, Silicone†
1
1
1
See Elastomer
of choice
PTFE
1
1
1
1
Wide temperature variations and may cause leakage at ∆T.
1
1
3
-100°F to
500°F
Silicone (platinum)
2
Very flexible low temperature.
2
2
2
2
2
1
-40°F to
450°F
FKM Fluoroelastomer
2
Acceptable for steam applications.
2
2
2
2
2
2
-30°F to
400°F
EPDM (peroxide cured)
3
Low pressure steam only.
3
3
3
3
3
3
-30°F to
300°F
Application dependent.
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100 SIP steam cycle tested.
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Fluids
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Fluids
Ambient
X = Do Not Use
Temp.
Range
1
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Water
Hot
5 = Poor
Process
Fluids Variable
(<0’C->100’C)
Comments
Pure
Water
Ambient
and extended service life in both SIP (steam in place) and
WFI (water for injection) applications. Tuf-Steel® is ideal
for sanitary steam pipe connections in extreme temperatures ranging from -100°F to 500°F. The superior
strength of Tuf-Steel® eliminates creep and cold flow
providing a leak-free seal and preventing maintenance
problems and system downtime.
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Smart Gaskets
Biological
Indicator
Orifice Plates
Rubber Fab’s Biological Indicator Gasket
enables the use of a self-contained biological indicator in sanitary process
lines. This unique Smart Gasket permits
either top loading or inline positioning
of an EZTest biological indicator
and/or a temperature probe. The great
advantage of a self-contained biological
indicator over the traditional spore strip
in glassine is the time saved when confirming spore kill. Results are easily
obtained in only 24 hours (versus the
five to seven days required with a spore
strip) and without problematic laboratory transfer. Feel secure knowing that
the biological indicator will not be lost
down stream in the process. This failsafe Rubber Fab Smart Gasket holds
the indicator in place for easy retrieval.
Our innovative Orifice Plate line includes
a complete selection of solid 316L
Stainless Steel, in standard TC or tabbed
TC styles, that can be custom drilled
with an eccentric or concentric bore.
Steam trap mini orifice plates are an
alternative to standard steam trap
technology. Tabs help to acknowledge
that an orifice plate is “in line” and can
be laser engraved to indicate the hole
diameter, gasket size or user specified
information. A major safety consideration! Rubber Fab’s Orifice Plates can
advance your system’s performance,
adjust flow rates, balance backflow
and equalize back pressure during SIP
procedures; achievable benefits while
maintaining sanitary conditions.
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The Rubber Fab Smart Gasket value
is proven when validating sterility in
a high-purity pharmaceutical system.
A standard sanitary flange utilizing the
Smart Gasket Thermocouple Gasket
obtains the critical thermal mapping
information needed during the validation process. Meter fluids in your
process system using a peristaltic
pump or withdraw samples through
our luer lock valve or syringe. Then,
utilize Rubber Fab’s Spore Trap Gasket
to securely retain spore test strips.
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AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 4" (excluding 2-1/2")
AVAILABLE PORTS:
Thermocouple Gasket: 1-4 ports
Spore Trap Gasket: 1 port
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AVAILABLE SIZES:
3/4" - 2"
AVAILABLE PORTS:
AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
Buna, EPDM, FKM Fluoroelastomer,
Silicone
AVAILABLE FLUOROPOLYMERS:
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PTFE, Tuf-Steel
1 port in sizes 1", 1-1/2", 2"
N/A in 3/4"
AVAILABLE SIZES:
Patent 6,927,058
ALSO AVAILABLE :
1/2" - 4"
Consult factory for 6" and over
Slotted Clamps for Tabbed style orifice plates
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Electropolishing
Passivation
Laser Engraving
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-100.
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Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-185.
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-130.
Screen Gaskets
Gauge Guard
Isolator Gaskets
Standard
Gaskets
All Rubber Fab standard Tri-Clamp sanitary
gaskets are molded from FDA compliant
compounds and have passed 3A testing.
Rubber Fab’s 1/2" - 4" Type I EPDM, FKM
Fluoroelastomer, Silicone and PTFE TriClamp gaskets have passed U.S.P. Class
VI testing and are molded in the U.S.A.
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Rubber Fab manufactures fluid conditioning screen gaskets in 10 micron
through 4 mesh. Screen gaskets provide
prefiltration for critical membrane
filters, coalescence of water vapor
from process exhaust lines, particulate
removal before fill and finish, liquid
gassing or degassing, sparging, chromatography purification and more.
Screen Gaskets:
• Perforated plate fluid conditioning
gaskets
• Removable styles: perforated plate
gaskets, rigid screens, orifice plates
• Sock designs
• Filter cloth
• Custom Hastelloy C276 screens
• New hygienic screens specifically
designed for ultimate cleanability
The Gauge Guard Isolator Gasket protects
expensive diaphragm and instruments
from damage without affecting performance. By combining a Rubber Fab
sanitary gasket with a thin membrane,
the Gauge Guard Isolator Gasket isolates
CIP and corrosive solutions from
instrumentation, a necessary and
cost-effective step in assuring long
life and accurate results. Failure to
use a gauge guard gasket can void
instrument and gauge warranties.
Gauge Guard Isolator Gaskets are Animal
Derived Ingredient Free (ADI) and available
in Metal Detectable elastomers.
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AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
Buna, EPDM, FKM Fluoroelastomer,
Platinum & Peroxide-Cured Silicone,
Perfluoroelastomer (Perlast )
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AVAILABLE FLUOROPOLYMERS:
PTFE, Tuf-Steel®, Tuf-Flex®, Food-Flex™
AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 12"
Now Available: DIN/ISO Gaskets Type II
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-145.
Laser Engraved
AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
Buna, EPDM, FKM Fluoroelastomer, Silicone
Laser Engraved Gaskets insure permanent
batch and lot traceability. Engraving
remains readable throughout the service
life of the gasket. Compound type and/or
special application markings can also be
engraved by request.
AVAILABLE FLUOROPOLYMERS:
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PTFE, Tuf-Steel
AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 6"
Consult factory for sizes over 6"
Consult factory for custom meshes
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
NOTE:
Electropolishing
Passivation
Laser Engraving
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-110.
Consult factory for spacing and
size limitations.
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-700.
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-195.
Metal Detectable
Elastomers
Tuf-Steel
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Controlled
Compression
Metal detectables can eliminate product
recall, lower product loss and decrease
the risk of elastomers consumed in a
finished product. Gaskets manufactured
with our FDA approved metal filler
insures a worn off piece of elastomer
material migrating through your system
will be detected and rejected by an inline metal detector or removed by a
mag bar. Searching for and locating fragmented rubber parts has traditionally been
a costly, time consuming and inconclusive process requiring expensive x-ray
equipment, manual observation and an
extensive maintenance program. Not
locating a worn and lost rubber piece
can have an even costlier outcome!
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Meets USDA Hazard Analysis
and Critical Control Points.
AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
Buna, EPDM, Silicone, FKM
Fluoroelastomer, PTFE
AVAILABLE PRODUCTS:
Gaskets, Valve Stems, Check Balls, Quad
Rings, Heat Sealing Bars, Sheet, Extrusions,
Hoses, Utensils, O-Rings
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-196.
Antimicrobial
All Rubber Fab elastomer products can be
manufactured with an antimicrobial additive that provides continuous protection
against microbial growth. The additive
forms an integral part of the rubber compound and is durable, non-leaching and
prevents microorganisms from feeding
on important rubber components and
forming mildew, slime, foul odors and
similar forms of process contamination.
Meets USDA Hazard Analysis and Critical
Control Points, USP Class VI and NSF 51.
The original Tuf-Steel gasket, a Rubber
Fab market innovation, is composed of a
unique 50/50 blend of non-pigmented PTFE
and 316L passivated and atomized stainless steel. Testing and seven years of
documented application usage has
demonstrated that Tuf-Steel is the choice
for perfect surface performance, outstanding durability and extended service
life in both SIP (steam in place) and WFI
(water for injection) applications. TufSteel is ideal for sanitary steam pipe
connections in extreme temperature applications, such as frier and hot oil applications, with temperatures ranging from
-100°F up to 500°F. The superior
strength of Tuf-Steel eliminates creep
and cold flow providing a leak-free seal.
Plus, Tuf-Steel works with the TorqueRite Perfect Surface Gasket System eliminating the potential for bacterial entrapment problems caused by over-tightening
or under-tightening a sanitary gasket.
The Controlled Compression Gasket
(CCG) and the HPV Gasket cannot be
over-tightened! The CCG is composed of a
Rubber Fab elastomer with a ring of ultem
vulcanized inside the gasket. This noncompressible ring controls clamp compression to exactly the correct amount,
allowing the properly positioned gasket
to make a perfect surface I.D. seal with
the ferrules.
The HPV Gasket is a ring of perforated
stainless steel totally and permanently
encapsulated in an elastomeric gasket.
The locked stainless steel ring eliminates the gasket’s ability to stretch,
creep or cold flow while preventing
tears, rips and I.D. intrusion. The HPV
Gasket works with high pressure clamps.
100 SIP steam cycle tested.
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AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
CCG: EPDM, FKM Fluoroelastomer, Silicone
HPV: Silicone, EPDM, FKM
AVAILABLE SIZES:
CCG: 1" - 3"
HPV: 1/2" - 4"
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AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 12"
TUF-STEEL® SHEET AVAILABLE:
1/16" & 1/8" thick
25" x 48" square
ALSO AVAILABLE:
Patent 6,857,638
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-197.
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-800.
Ansi-Flange in 1/8" thick Tuf-Steel material
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-160.
Tuf-Flex
Food-Flex
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™
Tuf-Flex , the ultimate pharmaceutical
sanitary gasket, is setting new standards
for purity, performance, flexibility and
is the world’s first unitized gasket. A
Tuf-Flex gasket’s contact surface is PTFE
unitized to an EPDM rubber inner core.
This totally bonded construction provides the inert, non-stick benefits of PTFE
with the memory of an elastomeric gasket
without fear or risk of pigmentation
or spalling. Designed to meet critical
requirements in biopharmaceutical, ultrapure water, WFI (water for injection) and
difficult aseptic processing applications.
Tuf-Flex’s extended service life out performs other gaskets while eliminating
costly process interruptions. Achieve higher
performance under SIP/CIP conditions.
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AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 4"
TUF-FLEX® SHEET AVAILABLE:
1/16" & 1/8" thick
13-3/4" x 13-3/4" square
Type I
Gaskets
Type III
Envelope Gaskets
TUF-FLEX
Food-Flex™, the next generation in unitized
gasket technology, was designed specifically for purity and performance in
critical food and beverage applications.
A Food-Flex™ Gasket’s contact surface is
PTFE unitized to a Buna rubber inner
core. This totally bonded construction
provides a PTFE gasket with the inert,
non-stick characteristics and memory of
an elastomer gasket without pigmentation
or spalling. Food-Flex™ will not absorb
product, thus eliminating flavor transfer
and reducing need for costly gasket changeouts. Unlike standard PTFE gaskets, once
clamped (30 in./lb), Food-Flex™ eliminates
leaks in ∆T situations and resists all CIP
(Clean in Place) media. Food-Flex™ out
performs all standard elastomeric gaskets by providing 2-6x extended service
life and helps eliminate costly process
interruptions in food and beverage production. Food-Flex™ is suitable for use in
homogenizers, carbo coolers, filtration
housings and pasteurizers. Meets FDA,
3A and USDA requirements.
AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 4"
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-600.
For additional information,
please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-650.
Ansi-Flex 150#
Ansi Flange
Gasket
™
An Ansi-Flex™150# Ansi Flange Gasket’s
contact surface is a layer of PTFE unitized to an EPDM rubber inner core.
This totally bonded construction provides
a PTFE gasket with the mechanical characteristics, including memory, of an elastomer gasket with exceptional steam
resistance. An Ansi-Flex 150# Ansi Flange
Gasket is ideal for applications, such as
PVC piping and glass lining piping,
where low seating stress is required. The
Ansi-Flex™150# Ansi Flange Gasket has
superior and extended service life over
standard flange gaskets. Achieve higher
performance under SIP/CIP conditions.
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AVAILABLE SIZES:
1/2" - 12"
ALSO AVAILABLE:
Ansi-Flange in 1/8" thick Tuf-Steel material
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-675.
Torque-Rite
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For Standard Gasket
and Specialty Gasket
Applications
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Compression control is easy! Torque-Rite
allows you to control compression and
expansion while maintaining constant
inch/pounds force insuring a Perfect Surface I.D.
Torque-Rite eliminates sanitary problems associated with over- or undertightening a gasket. When tightened, the Torque-Rite’s self-limiting internal
mechanism will make an audible “click” signaling the user that they have
reached proper inch/pounds force. If further tightening is attempted,
there will be more “clicks” but no additional application of force on
the gasket (if emergency conditions arise, the Torque-Rite has a built-in
manual override feature).
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In applications where exact torque values are mandatory for proper
operation, such as rupture disks and sensory alert disks, Torque-Rite
will quickly and easily provide the required torque. Because Torque-Rite does
not require any special tools or training, exact torque is reached faster
and on the first try! See below for rupture disk torque requirements.
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AVAILABLE:
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30 in/lbs for all elastomers, Tuf-Flex and Food-Flex
50 in/lbs for PTFE and Tuf-Steel
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Torque-Rite
provides exact
torque for
rupture disks and
sensory alert disk
applications.
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AVAILABLE FOR RUPTURE DISKS:
40 in/lbs for 1.5" Rupture Disks
50 in/lbs for 2" Rupture Disks
60 in/lbs for 3" Rupture Disks
Patent 6,082,941
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-150.
Hose, Hose Assemblies,
Tubing, Fittings and Adapters
Rubber Fab Presents
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High Purity Platinum Silicone Hose, Tubing, Sanitary Molded Ends
PTFE & FEP Lined Smooth Bore & Convoluted Hose
Metal Hose
FDA Rubber Hose
FDA PVC Hose, Tubing, Sanitary Molded Ends
Sight Gauges: PTFE & Polysulfone
Fittings & Adapters: 316L, Special Alloys & Non Metallic
Sanitary Diffuser
Gasket
V2B Vent
Gasket
The Rubber Fab V2B Vent Gasket provides
vacuum and pressure relief for pharmaceutical and food/beverage processing
tank venting when airborne particulate
removal is required. A 200 mesh screen
combined with a 14 mesh screen of sintered construction creates a cost effective
alternative to expensive vacuum breakers
and venting systems.
Diffuser aeration systems provide
increased oxygen content to high
purity water systems. Diffusers can also
be used to diffuse digester gases such
as hydrogen sulfide and sulphur dioxide;
to introduce ozone for oxidizing and
destroying bacterial and organic chemical
contaminants, also for carbon dioxide
injection for carbonization and ph
adjustment.
AVAILABLE ELASTOMERS:
EPDM, FKM Fluoroelastomer, Silicone
The V2B System is attached/connected using
a standard sanitary clamp to a sanitary
tank port, the same way a standard vacuum
breaker in installed. Installation can be
horizontal, vertical or in single or multiple port configurations (i.e. manifolds)
without special fabrication or expensive
tooling. The V2B screen will fit perfectly
into the I.D. of a sanitary pipe and can be
used for inflow fluid conditioning filtration.
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-500-6.
View Port
The Rubber Fab View Port has been
engineered to meet your process and
safety needs. The View Port’s sanitary
one-piece window construction exceeds
conventional tempered glass windows in
performance and safety. The simple
installation makes for easy cleaning.
Works with standard Tri-Clamp ferrule
connections under positive or negative
pressure. View Port is pretested for high
impact strength and thermal shock.
View Port is 3A approved and has Factory
Mutual Electrical Certification.
AVAILABLE MATERIAL:
Hastelloy C
AVAILABLE SIZES:
ALSO AVAILABLE:
1/2" - 3"
Consult factory for other sizes
Hastelloy C22, C276
AVAILABLE SIZES:
AVAILABLE MICRON:
1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4", 6", 8"
1/2 - 2 micron
2 micron is standard stock,
all other micron are custom
Visit www.rubberfab.com for additional information.
Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-135.
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Please refer to Rubber Fab literature #RF-550.
Get the information you need and more at www.rubberfab.com
Rubber Fab Technologies Group, a Material Science Company, is a leading innovator of high quality hygienic seals, sanitary gaskets,
hose assemblies, valve, pump and filler machine components in a wide range of high purity elastomer materials.
For additional information, contact Rubber Fab at 973-579-2959.
Rubber Fab Gaskets Meet the Most
Stringent Standards For Purity
• U.S. Pharmacopeia Class VI Certification*
• Cytotoxicity Criteria*
• Title 21 CFR 177.2600 and 177.1550
• USDA and 3-A Sanitary Standards
• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
• ASME-BPE Standards
• ISO 9001:2000 and QS-9000:1998
• European Pharmacopeia 3.1.9*
• Animal Derived Ingredient Free*
• Gaskets are made in the U.S.A.
Rubber Fab Technologies Group
Limecrest Road
P.O. Box 626 • Andover, NJ 07821
phone: 973-579-2959 fax: 973-579-7275
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and Cytotoxicity and is not ADI free.
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Smart Gasket®, Tuf-Steel®, Tuf-Flex® and Torque-Rite® are
registered trademarks of Rubber Fab Technologies Group.
EZTest® is a registered trademark of SGM Biotech, Inc.
Tri-Clamp® is a registered trademark of The Ladish Company.
Ultem® is a registered trademark of GE.
Elastoguard® is a registered trademark of Milliken & Co.
Perlast® is a registered trademark of Perlast, Ltd.
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