You might be surprised to hear that oil and water do mix. Of course, they won't mix when poured together in a glass and stirred with a spoon. But forces at play to destroy your hydraulic system find ways to allow much more water to saturate and emulsify with your innocent hydraulic oil. Heat, oxidation and chemical contamination increase the … [Read more...] about When are vacuum dehydrators necessary?
Archives for March 2022
Trelleborg appoints Combs to the role of Technical Manager for Global Off-Highway and Americas Fluid Power
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, a developer, manufacturer and supplier of precision seals, bearings and custom-molded polymer components, appoints Trevor Combs to the role of Technical Manager for Global Off-Highway and Americas Fluid Power. In this role, Combs will serve as the primary commercial engineering resource for Off-Highway globally and … [Read more...] about Trelleborg appoints Combs to the role of Technical Manager for Global Off-Highway and Americas Fluid Power
New predictive maintenance method offered by Schroeder Industries
Schroeder Industries has launched a new kit including (1) prepaid testing label and a return kit to send a filter in for Filter Debris Analysis (FDA). FDA can be used as a reliable predictive maintenance process alongside traditional oil analysis methods. This discovers the root cause of premature equipment wear and failures. Understanding the … [Read more...] about New predictive maintenance method offered by Schroeder Industries
When should you use NBR for fluid power seals?
NBR is an acronym for nitrile butadiene rubber but goes by many other names, such as nitrile or buna. NBR is a synthetic rubber compound made from acrylonitrile and butadiene. Buna is renowned for its natural resistance to oils, fuels, water and many other chemicals. You may use NBR for most hydraulic applications, especially those within the … [Read more...] about When should you use NBR for fluid power seals?
Trelleborg to host “Future of Manufacturing” virtual conference
On March 24, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Americas will host a virtual conference focusing on the mega trends that are shaping the future of manufacturing, including digital transformation, circular production, near sourcing, and sustainability. The conference will kick off with a keynote presentation by global futurist, strategic advisor, and … [Read more...] about Trelleborg to host “Future of Manufacturing” virtual conference
Hallite strengthens its technical team with new test engineer
Hallite recently welcomed Brenda Zang to its technical team in Hampton as a test engineer. In this role, Brenda will collaborate with other engineering staff and departments to document and monitor test results, analyze technologies, and help develop testing procedures and process improvements. Previously, she worked as a mechanical design engineer … [Read more...] about Hallite strengthens its technical team with new test engineer
Trelleborg hires Kristee Mahler as human resources director for Americas
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has hired Kristee Mahler as Human Resources Director for the Americas. In this role, Mahler will lead Trelleborg’s team of human resources professionals in supporting all employees and management teams in the Americas. This includes driving growth and talent development, enriching the employee experience, and … [Read more...] about Trelleborg hires Kristee Mahler as human resources director for Americas
