Dr.-Ing Mandy Wilke, Senior Management Global Technical Management at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, will present two technical sessions at the 25th International Conference on Fluid Sealing 2020 that will take place in Manchester, England, March 4-5. “Fluid power is often seen as an industry where there are few new innovations. As a developer, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Presents Technical Sessions at International Sealing Conference
Offline filtration loop adapters ensure clean reservoir fluids
When hydraulic systems need to be cleaned, there’s no easy way to access the fluid inside reservoirs. As any user of fluid power knows, new and used hydraulic fluids typically are not pre-filtered and can be highly contaminated. One-pass filtration systems aren’t enough. Opening the filler breather cap while filling the reservoir allows airborne … [Read more...] about Offline filtration loop adapters ensure clean reservoir fluids
Hallite to introduce digital platform at IFPE
Hallite will exhibit at the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE) in Las Vegas, from March 10-14. Held once every three years in conjunction with CONEXPO-CON/AGG, IFPE is one of the largest events for the fluid power, power transmission, and motion control industries. In 2017, the combined triennial event brought together more than 2,800 … [Read more...] about Hallite to introduce digital platform at IFPE
Varnish removal and prevention system
Des-Case has launched a new varnish removal and prevention system. Varnish is a common problem for a wide range of hydraulic fluids and lubricants, especially in turbine and plastic injection molding applications. Compatible fluids include mineral oil, synthetic ester, and phosphate esters. It results in: valves sticking shorter fluid … [Read more...] about Varnish removal and prevention system
Ultra-low temperature FKM sealing materials
Greene Tweed’s Fusion FKM 665 sealing material is a new generation, ultra-low-temperature and chemical-resistant elastomer, that was specifically formulated to meet and exceed the requirements of Aerospace Material Specification (AMS) 7379 and AMS-P-83461. With a temperature range of –70° to 450°F (–57° to 232°C), Fusion 665 achieves outstanding … [Read more...] about Ultra-low temperature FKM sealing materials
COG opens new technology center for materials R&D
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
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