Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announces CRC Distribution as an authorized Trelleborg distributor. This designation strengthens the decade-long partnership between the two companies and establishes CRC Distribution as the exclusive distributor of Trelleborg seals in the Southern and Western United States and for Orkot® products across the United … [Read more...] about Trelleborg signs CRC as an authorized distributor for its sealing solutions
Polyurethane seals from Freudenberg: Not afraid of extreme conditions
The environmental demands placed on the hydraulic systems in large, heavy equipment can be extreme. Pressure, abrasive fluids, extreme temperatures, and dirt can all impact the reliability and performance of the seals used to protect their mechanics. Fortunately for manufacturers producing construction, agricultural, and mining machinery – among … [Read more...] about Polyurethane seals from Freudenberg: Not afraid of extreme conditions
Portable filter device for off-line filtration
Edited by Mike Santora Most failures in oil systems (up to 80%) are related to oil contamination. Failures like this are a common problem in large industrial applications and mobile machines as well as systems powered by small hydraulic power packs. Effective off-line filtration — continually or temporarily during filling and cyclic service … [Read more...] about Portable filter device for off-line filtration
High-tech compounds against explosive decompression
Sealing compounds used in the applications above often create a barrier against gaseous media if highly pressurized gas falls to a very low-pressure level within a very short period of time. The result of this process is often a damage of the sealing. The elastomer material is either torn in various places or blistering on the surface. This process … [Read more...] about High-tech compounds against explosive decompression
Custom-made seals for the pharmaceutical industry
The EPDM high-performance material for the medical technology, pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology The special material in the COG HygienicSeal series has been granted the most important approvals for application in these highly demanding industries. As well as the harmlessness test according to FDA 21. CFR 177.2600, AP 306 is approved … [Read more...] about Custom-made seals for the pharmaceutical industry
COG FKM seal material Vi 840
One of the central demands from the valve sector and gas industry has been for a seal material that has suitable low-temperature flexibility, and which conforms to the DIN EN 14141 standard. Up until now, there simply hasn’t been a suitable FKM seal material available. But now, the independent seal manufacturer COG has developed a special FKM … [Read more...] about COG FKM seal material Vi 840
DES-CASE reimagines the oil sight glass
Des-Case Corporation, a global manufacturer of specialty filtration products has launched an entirely redesigned oil sight glass (OSG) that pushes the boundaries of what oil sight glasses can do. A clear cylinder that installs in the drain port of the oil reservoir of pumps, gearboxes, bearing housings and other pieces of equipment, the sight … [Read more...] about DES-CASE reimagines the oil sight glass
New product range of high-performance TPU seals
With COG VarioPur, the independent seal manufacturer C. Otto Gehrckens presents a new product range in the premium segment. The three high-performance materials in the VarioPur series are based on thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU/AU). Both the abrasion and the extrusion resistance are at least five times higher than those of the traditional … [Read more...] about New product range of high-performance TPU seals
Better performance density for filters from ARGO-HYTOS
The primary objective for developing ARGO-HYTOS’ EXAPOR MAX 2 filter element was greater machine availability, longer service intervals, lower-cost spare parts, and lower operating costs for machine operators in the area of mobile and industrial hydraulics. To improve the performance density of the filters, ARGO-HYTOS engineers took a closer … [Read more...] about Better performance density for filters from ARGO-HYTOS
Test service enhancements for low-friction seals
A new test service introduced by Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. offers verified performance results for Bal Seal low-friction spring-energized seals used in rotary/face applications. According to the company, the service will help OEMs and tier suppliers eliminate unnecessary costs, delays and complications associated with in-house or outsourced seal … [Read more...] about Test service enhancements for low-friction seals
