Application of the week: Gasket cover

Welcome back to our application spotlight series, where we explore real-world 3D printed parts that help industries move smarter, safer, and more efficiently. Each week, we highlight practical use cases that demonstrate the power of additive manufacturing to solve hands-on challenges.

This week, we’re featuring a custom 3D printed gasket cover created by Moval, a leading manufacturer of brass ring components based in Italy. This small yet essential part plays a key role in sealing pneumatic systems - an application where precision and material performance are absolutely critical.

Sealing the deal with flexible 3D printing

Gasket covers are essential for maintaining pressure, preventing leaks, and ensuring long-term system performance. But sourcing these parts through traditional manufacturing often comes with long lead times, minimum order quantities, and limited flexibility for customization.

To solve this, Moval turned to 3D printing and produced their gasket cover using TPU 95A, a tough yet flexible filament ideal for industrial sealing applications. Printed on the UltiMaker S8, the part combines functional performance with fast, on-demand production - right from Moval’s workshop in Italy.

Key benefits

TPU 95A offers a perfect balance of elasticity and toughness, making it an excellent choice for flexible, form-fitting components like gaskets. And the UltiMaker S8 provides the reliability and precision required to produce consistent, high-quality prints in an industrial environment.

Here’s what makes this application stand out:

Durable, flexible sealing TPU 95A mimics the properties of rubber - offering just enough give to create a tight seal, while resisting wear, abrasion, and exposure to oils and compressed air.

Custom-fit and fast iteration Moval was able to tweak and test gasket designs in-house without waiting for tooling or third-party production. That means faster product development and lower risk of delays.

On-demand manufacturing When a part is needed, it’s printed. No stockouts, no over-ordering, and no need to rely on external suppliers. It’s agile manufacturing, done locally.

Proven performance in industrial settings UltiMaker’s European-engineered hardware is built to perform reliably - even in environments with demanding conditions. The S8’s large build volume and material compatibility make it ideal for producing everything from prototypes to final-use parts.

Designed to seal - built to last

For industrial applications like Moval’s gasket cover, 3D printing offers the ideal mix of speed, flexibility, and performance. With TPU 95A and the UltiMaker S8, manufacturers can produce durable sealing solutions tailored to exact specifications—right when they’re needed.

And in industries where uptime matters, that kind of reliability can make all the difference.