Seals are simple objects, but obviously very critical to fluid power applications. Without a seal, there would be no way to contain one, two, three or four psi, let alone 4,000, 5,000, 6,000 to 10,000 psi or more that you tend to experience in fluid power applications—and that's regardless of air, water, hydraulics, etc. They're the unrewarded … [Read more...] about What are some applications for seals in fluid power?
FilSon Filters launches new website
FilSon Filters, which designs and manufactures filters and filter carts, announced today the launch of its new website, filsonfilters.com. This website offers easy to access information about FilSon Filters products, company's history and an online resource center. Designed with user experience in mind, the new website features the latest … [Read more...] about FilSon Filters launches new website
FPDA, ISD to host 2017 Joint Industry Summit
The FPDA Motion and Control Network (FPDA) and the International Sealing Distribution Association (ISD) Joint Industry Summit provides expanded networking opportunities for the leaders of the industries served by these two associations. With a theme of “Amplify Your Future,” the 2017 Joint Industry Summit brings together Fluid Power and Sealing … [Read more...] about FPDA, ISD to host 2017 Joint Industry Summit
Freudenberg launches expansion into PTFE aerospace seal production
With a focus on growing its product portfolio, Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is introducing a new line of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) seals to aerospace customers at the 2017 International Paris Air Show, June 19 to 25. The new PTFE seals round out the selection of aerospace component solutions that have been designed to meet exacting … [Read more...] about Freudenberg launches expansion into PTFE aerospace seal production
Parker unveils Resilon 4350 Polyurethane with high temperature nanotechnology
The Engineered Polymer Systems Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, announces the launch of Resilon 4350 Polyurethane delivering unmatched high temperature seal performance and reliability for a wide range of applications. This new material extends the high temperature sealing range of … [Read more...] about Parker unveils Resilon 4350 Polyurethane with high temperature nanotechnology
Freudenberg Xpress features new materials, 24-hour replacement
Freudenberg Xpress, the company’s service for manufacturing replacement parts, prototypes and small production runs of seals, can produce large and small one-off components in as little as a day. Using a variety of advanced materials and manufacturing techniques, Freudenberg Xpress can provide industrial customers with fast, economical, tailor-made … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Xpress features new materials, 24-hour replacement
A cause for optimism in fluid power?
It’s been the heart of trade show season the last few months, with the triennial IFPE and the annual Hannover Messe and Offshore Technology Conference keeping the fluid power manufacturing community—not to mention us in the media—quite busy. It is always great to get out and see the new technology firsthand, to put your hands on the metal and get a … [Read more...] about A cause for optimism in fluid power?
COG O-ring tool kit available
Professional O-ring tool kit is essentially first aid for technicians. Technical users know the problem all too well: Installing O-rings in cramped installation spaces without damaging them or the removal of stuck O-rings from grooves without causing damage to the machine is often a tedious and above all difficult affair. C. Otto Gehrckens now … [Read more...] about COG O-ring tool kit available
Line of suction strainers protects against contamination
FFP's range of hydraulic reservoir suction strainers protects against both ferrous and non-ferrous contamination. The solid stainless steel rugged design—combined with ample filtration—ensures reliable performance. The FSS Series features connection size of 3/8- to 3-in. BSP with a galvanized steel end cap and center tube. The head is die-cast … [Read more...] about Line of suction strainers protects against contamination
How do backup rings help to prevent O-ring migration?
Backup rings are used for both static and dynamic fluid power applications and prevent the migration or extrusion of an O-ring in the gap as pressurization and de-pressurization/pressure cycling occur. The profile shape of the backup rings is usually rectangular but may also be concave at the face mating with the O-ring. Manufactured in various … [Read more...] about How do backup rings help to prevent O-ring migration?