SEMCOR’s Loss of Owner and CEO
SEMCOR’s Loss of Longtime Owner and CEO, Rudy Freedman
August 2015 was a sad moment for SEMCOR, as our longtime owner and past CEO, Rudy Freedman, passed away at the age of 96. It seems appropriate at this time to remember him and his past accomplishments. Having a BS in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Industrial Engineering, Rudy bought Corby Supply Company in 1960 and started the company on a continuing path of excellence in Sales Engineering. When he purchased Corby, it was a struggling operation. Under Rudy’s almost 60 years of leadership, Rudy merged numerous companies with Corby to make SEMCOR a successful and well respected industrial distributor of a diverse group of problem solving products. He was well liked by customers, suppliers and employees. In spite of his technical background, he always believed in the importance of people in making a business flourish. SEMCOR is honored to have been impacted so strongly by Rudy’s technical and business savvy as well as his sense of integrity. We are committed to carrying on the traditions he started at SEMCOR.
Aflex’s Hyperline FX Hose
Aflex’s Hyperline FX Hose
Updated On: 7/19/2026
SEMCOR is a distributor of Aflex Hyperline FX hose.
Key Takeaways: Aflex’s Hyperline FX Hose
- Hyperline FX Hose uses a smoothbore PTFE design that supports routing turbocharger feed and drain lines in tight engine spaces.
- Documented performance with more than 5 million engine installations and no reported failures.
- Flexible construction helps streamline turbocharger oil feed/drain assembly installation, improving production efficiency.
- High‑temperature capability supports lubricating oil transfer to turbocharger bearings where elevated temperatures demand dependable hose performance.
We came across the following news article on www.aflex-hose.com and thought some of our customers would find it useful:
Hyperline FX is a super flexible smoothbore PTFE hose which offers engineers exceptional opportunity to package the turbocharger feed or drain hoses on smaller modern engines where space is limited. Offered in cut lengths as well as bulk, Hyperline FX has now been installed on over 5 million engines without a single failure. The added flexibility of Aflex’s FX hose allows easy installation of the turbocharger oil feed/drain assemblies thereby reducing installation times and increasing efficiency on the production line. These assemblies are used to carry lubricating oil to the bearings in a turbocharger where high temperatures demand high performance hose.
Aflex Hyperline FX Hose for Your Application
Ready to get started? Please use our streamlined contact form or contact Dave Lawrence (dlawrence@semcor.net) or Preston Plambeck (pplambeck@semcor.net) for more information.
Habasit’s New HabaChain
Habasit’s New HabaChain
SEMCOR is a long standing Key distributor of HabaChain & Habasit belting.
Key Takeaways: Habasit’s New HabaChain
- HabaCHAIN 1211TB and 1201AB introduce vent‑top case chain designs engineered for poultry processing lines.
- Gray acetal construction reduces pinch‑point risk and supports effective water drainage during sanitation.
- Compatible with existing systems — chains can run in current raceways and do not require sprocket changes, though changes are recommended.
- Vent‑top geometry features tapered slots, closed vent surfaces, and bi‑directional travel for safer, cleaner conveying.
We came across the following news article on www.habasit.com and thought some of our customers would find it interesting:
Habasit introduces the new HabaCHAIN® 1211TB (Radius) with hold down tabs and 1201AB (Straight) Vent Top Case Chains for the poultry industry. These gray acetal chains reduce the risk of pinch points and allow for water drainage during the sanitation process. For convenience, a sprocket change is not required, but is recommended. Applications where vent top case chains can be found include cone lines, empty and full box lines, and empty and full tote lines. These chains can be run with current chains and in current race ways.
Vent Top Design Features:
– Closed vent top design
– Tapered slots for reduced trapping of conveyed product
– Safety version for pinch protection
– Designed for bi-directional travel
The 1211TB and 1201AB Vent Top Case Chains can be boxed and sold in 10 foot increments.
Find Out if the HabaChain is Right For You
Click here to contact Preston for a quote and more information on this new product.
DeltaHeat 2.0
DeltaHeat 2.0 – Hot Material Belt from Fenner Dunlop
As one of our major product lines, belting has seen many changes over the years. First was the release of straight warp carcass, which outlasts any plied belt under the toughest conditions. Its only weakness is heat because the covers would melt right off coming directly from the kiln where the temperatures exceed 300deg F. That’s where DeltaHeat jumped in to save the day! And now Fenner Dunlop has gone one step further to make DeltaHeat 2.0!! It outlasts the original DeltaHeat and the competitor’s high temperature belts by maintaining a consistent 400deg F on coarse material without an issue. Click here for more information on this belt.
If you have questions or would like a quote, please contact Preston Plambeck (pplambeck@semcor.net) or call 314-371-4777.
Habasit’s New Tool
Habasit Has a New Plastic Modular Chemical Resistance Evaluation Tool
SEMCOR is a long standing Key distributor of Habasit’s belting.
Key Takeaways: Habasit’s New Tool
- Habasit’s chemical resistance tool helps quickly evaluate how cleaning agents interact with plastic modular belt materials.
- Only two documents are needed — the product data sheet and safety data sheet — to determine compatibility.
- Material recommendations are generated fast, supporting better decision‑making for food industry cleaning processes.
- Habasit specialists can now provide more accurate guidance on belt selection and cleaning agent suitability.
We came across the following news article on www.habasit.com and thought many customers would find it interesting:
Habasit’s new Plastic Modular Belts Chemical Resistance Evaluation Tool allows us to respond to our customer needs easily and efficiently.
Habasit has developed a valuable new tool that allows us to easily, quickly and effectively estimate the chemical resistance of various synthetic materials to cleaning agents used in the food industry, and to help customers quickly select the right material to use with their cleaning agents.
The new tool lets Habasit’s specialists provide even better support. Only the product data sheet and safety data sheet of the cleaner are required. The result shows whether it is suitable for Habasit products, and which synthetic materials are best used with the cleaner.
Learn More About Habasit’s New Tool
Click here to contact Preston for more information.
Resistoflex Products
Resistoflex PTFE Lined Products
SEMCOR is the Midwest distributor for Resistoflex PTFE lined products – fittings, pipe, and spacers.
Key Takeaways: Resistoflex Products
- PTFE offers near‑universal chemical resistance, handling acids, caustics, bleaches, and solvents at all concentrations up to 450°F.
- Resistoflex PTFE‑lined fittings and pipe provide a cost‑efficient alternative to nickel alloy systems, with simpler installation and reduced maintenance.
- PTFE‑lined systems improve reliability in corrosive environments, supporting long service life in demanding process conditions.
- Industries such as chemical processing, water treatment, power generation, and ultrapure chemical production rely on PTFE for consistent performance and safety.
We came across the following from www.cranechempharma.com and thought it would be useful for many of our customers:
PTFE is a fully-fluorinated material, which gives it nearly universal chemical resistance. It is fully resistant to chemical attack to 450 F on the following chemicals at all concentrations:
- All acids
- All caustics
- All bleaches
- All solvents
It is an economical alternative to expensive nickesl alloy systems. This is often true not only from a material cost standpoint, but because the PTFE-lined flanged system is simple to install compared to welded alloy systems.
Typical industries using Resist0flex PTFE:
- Chemical Processing
- Water Treatment
- Power Generation
- Ultrapure Chemical Processing
Please click here to contact us for more information.
Benefits of Using Ramco Safety Shields
Updated On: 6/16/2026
Key Takeaways: Benefits of Using Ramco Safety Shields
- Safety shields offer proven spray‑out protection for flanges, valves, couplings, pumps, and other pipe connections, reducing workplace hazards.
- Reliable performance since 1958 with thousands of successful installations across industrial facilities.
- Multiple material options including metal and thermoplastics to match chemical, temperature, and pressure requirements.
- Broad connection coverage ensuring protection for flanges, elbows, tees, expansion joints, hose couplings, and more.
Benefits of Using Ramco Safety Shields
In today’s era of increasing hazards in the workplace and the threat of lawsuits, protecting the health off people in the plant has become increasingly important. SEMCOR is proud to represent RAMCO, a supplier of products that have proved to be a very cost-effective safety device for the control of sprayouts from pipe flanges.
They are available in metal as well as several thermoplastic materials and can be purchased for all pipe connections, not just flanges. RAMCO also makes a paint to detect acid.
Safety Shields are made for all pipe connections. Here are just a few examples:
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Learn more about this proven problem solver at http://www.ramco-safetyshields.com.