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Portable filter device for off-line filtration

August 7, 2018 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Featured, Filtration Tagged With: ARGO-HYTOS

High-tech compounds against explosive decompression

December 14, 2017 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Seals Tagged With: cog

Custom-made seals for the pharmaceutical industry

December 13, 2017 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: cog

COG FKM seal material Vi 840

December 11, 2017 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Seals Tagged With: cog

DES-CASE reimagines the oil sight glass

November 28, 2016 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Filtration Tagged With: des-case

New product range of high-performance TPU seals

October 7, 2016 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Seals Tagged With: cog

Better performance density for filters from ARGO-HYTOS

October 3, 2016 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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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

Filed Under: Filtration Tagged With: ArgoHytos

Test service enhancements for low-friction seals

September 3, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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

Filed Under: Seals Tagged With: balsealengineering

Successful offshore sealing

August 11, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

By Eric Bucci- Oil & Gas Segment Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Hydraulic systems in marine environments require a complex combination of specialized seals. Understanding the different materials and styles is critical to a safe, successful design. Hydraulic applications are challenging to seal. Not only must the hydraulic seals prevent … [Read more...] about Successful offshore sealing

Filed Under: Seals Tagged With: trelleborg

LC50 In-Line Filter

June 24, 2015 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

Schroeder Industries introduces its new In-Line Filter, the LC50. The LC50 is a high pressure filter capable of handling 9 gpm at 150 SUS. The compact design allows for in-line installation on hose reels and is also suitable for a wide variety of other applications with operation pressures of up to 5,000 psi. Our high quality, high collapse … [Read more...] about LC50 In-Line Filter

Filed Under: Filtration Tagged With: schroeder

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