C. Otto Gehrckens has put its new technology center into operation, directly on the company’s site in Pinneberg, near Hamburg, therefore decisively expanding its sealing manufacturing expertis. Across an overall area of 2,000m2, the specialists at COG are developing new materials to meet industry’s challenges of tomorrow. The extensive, modern … [Read more...] about COG opens new technology center for materials R&D
Archives for December 2019
Shroud strengthens visual pop-up indicators on filters
Schroeder Industries has released a protective shroud for the D5 series visual pop-up indicators. This shroud protects D5 indicators against harsh environments and inadvertent impacts that cause indicator cracking/breakage. Visual pop-up indicators provide an economical way to know (at a glance) when a filter element needs to be replaced. With … [Read more...] about Shroud strengthens visual pop-up indicators on filters
Trelleborg opens its Flagship ServicePLUS Center for Sealing Solutions
On November 12, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions celebrated the grand opening of its new flagship 50,000 square foot ServicePLUS Center in Menomonee Falls, Wis. Using the success of this location as a launching pad, the business plans to expand the ServicePLUS Center model globally, with the next center opening in Portland, Oregon in early 2020. At … [Read more...] about Trelleborg opens its Flagship ServicePLUS Center for Sealing Solutions
O-ring kits available from MFP Seals
Mega O-ring kits are available from MFP Seals (Martin Fluid Power), for the most common J.I.S. B 2401 series sizes. The kit contains 1,225 O-rings, with cross section sizes of 1.5, 1.9, 2.0, 2.4, 3.1, and 3.5 mm O-rings. Featuring a rugged cary case, and secure sub-cases, the J.I.S. O-Ring kit is ready for any repair project you might have in … [Read more...] about O-ring kits available from MFP Seals
A review of hydraulic fluids and contamination control
It’s critical for equipment manufacturers and the engineers they employ to possess a sound understanding of the composition of oils, the properties of lubricants, and how hydraulic fluids can impact machine performance. With that fact in mind, IFPE 2020 will offer attendees an education session entitled “Hydraulic Fluid Properties, Efficiency … [Read more...] about A review of hydraulic fluids and contamination control
More desiccant and increased airflow means longer life for breathers
Des-Case has recently improved its breather designs, featuring more desiccant and increased airflow without increasing the external dimensions of the breather, which adds up to 25-50% longer breather life. Now its VentGuard, Standard and HydroGuard breathers feature the new options, including: Domed cap to allow for better washdown … [Read more...] about More desiccant and increased airflow means longer life for breathers
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions acquires Michigan-based Tritec Seal
Trelleborg has, through its Trelleborg Sealing Solutions business area, closed on the acquisition of Tritec Seal which produces engineered polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) sealing solutions. The acquisition strengthens Trelleborg’s product portfolio, primarily in rotary seals, while giving the business area access to increased manufacturing … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Sealing Solutions acquires Michigan-based Tritec Seal
FKM special compound seal for use at high temperatures
COG’s new high performance material Vi 250 seals air at temperatures of up to 250 °C, even over the long term. Furthermore, the all-round compound also impresses thanks to its excellent media resistance, and is also resistant to chemicals such as for example all types of hydrocarbons. FKM possesses extraordinarily good resistance to numerous … [Read more...] about FKM special compound seal for use at high temperatures
Trelleborg opens new production line at its Swedish brake shim facility
On November 26, the Trelleborg Sealing Solutions facility in Kalmar, Sweden, inaugurated a new production line that will increase brake shim capacity at the facility significantly. The line includes triple stations of adhesive lamination and a vision system with marking robots to ensure flexibility in manufacturing and enhanced quality control, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg opens new production line at its Swedish brake shim facility
New rotary shaft seal coating reduces wear and shaft runout
The optimum function of rotary shaft seals depends on many factors. One of them is the wettability of the sealing lip. This parameter plays a particularly important role with synthetic lubricants such as polyglycol. If wetting is too low, not only does wear on the sealing lip increase, but the contact with the rotating shaft can also damage the … [Read more...] about New rotary shaft seal coating reduces wear and shaft runout
