Hallite Seals International announces availability of its new Armorlene PTFE product and material portfolio, a high-performance polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) product and material portfolio that encompasses more than 30 product profiles, 26 materials and 18 Armorlene PTFEs. The new Armorlene PTFE portfolio expands the history and success of … [Read more...] about Hallite Announces availability of Armorlene PTFE products and materials
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Freudenberg-NOK’s Jandreau wins Women Worth Watching award from Diversity Journal
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies announced that Vicky Jandreau, director of its lean and Six Sigma GROWTTH program in North America, has been recognized by Profiles in Diversity Journal with a “Women Worth Watching” award. Profiles in Diversity Journal’s 15th Annual Women Worth Watching Awards works to identify, promote and support women in … [Read more...] about Freudenberg-NOK’s Jandreau wins Women Worth Watching award from Diversity Journal
NFPA’s Regional Meeting heads to Chicago in December
Several times throughout the year, the National Fluid Power Association offers short networking opportunities through its Regional Meeting series. The final event of the year will be hosted in the Chicago region, at Harper College in Palatine, Ill., located just west of Il-Hwy 53 on Algonquin Road. The lunch meeting on December 7 is free and open … [Read more...] about NFPA’s Regional Meeting heads to Chicago in December
Looking toward fluid power and Industry 4.0 at Hannover Fair 2017
There's no doubt about it, Hannover Fair is an enormous industrial trade show—often said to be the world's largest. It's a must-attend event for many companies every year, but for the fluid power industry, the odd-numbered years are especially important. In those years, the Fair includes a particular focus on fluid power and motion control … [Read more...] about Looking toward fluid power and Industry 4.0 at Hannover Fair 2017
A nanoscale view of hydraulic fluids
There’s a growing realization that the type and formulation of hydraulic fluids can have a significant effect on machine efficiency, performance and overall life. But to date, fluid manufacturers have, for the most part, relied on traditional laboratory methods to develop new fluid chemistries. Now, in the project “Simulation, Rheology and … [Read more...] about A nanoscale view of hydraulic fluids
FPDA elects new board members and officers
Members of the FPDA Motion & Control Network recently gathered with colleagues from the International Sealing Distribution Association at their annual FPDA / ISD Joint Industry Summit in Savannah. The two associations have conducted a joint convention program since 2010, combining forces to deliver a powerful four-day educational, networking … [Read more...] about FPDA elects new board members and officers
NFPA Milwaukee Regional Meeting talks to focus on contamination and fluid control
The 2016 NFPA Milwaukee Regional Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, September 27 at the Milwaukee School of Engineering, will feature two experts from the industry with experience and solid information regarding important challenges that fluid power users may encounter. “The Value of Leak Testing in Preventing Hydraulic Fluid Leaks” will be … [Read more...] about NFPA Milwaukee Regional Meeting talks to focus on contamination and fluid control
Freudenberg-NOK’s Troy, Milan Ohio facilities win Supplier Gold, Bronze from Caterpillar
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies’ Troy and Milan, Ohio manufacturing facilities have been awarded Gold and Bronze level Supplier Quality Excellence Process (SQEP) certification from Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar created the SQEP to recognize those suppliers that demonstrate their commitment to excellence and drive a "zero defects" culture … [Read more...] about Freudenberg-NOK’s Troy, Milan Ohio facilities win Supplier Gold, Bronze from Caterpillar
New algorithm optimizes cylinder guidance systems and reduces seal failure
A new mathematical algorithm from System Seals removes the guesswork in selecting cylinder guidance systems while also reducing seal failure. By Kurt Sassmannshausen, System Seals Product Development Manager Failing to properly calculate guide-band loads, rod deflections and the stress and strains distributed across cylinder guidance … [Read more...] about New algorithm optimizes cylinder guidance systems and reduces seal failure
Trelleborg continues North American expansion with Anderson Seal acquisition
Trelleborg, Fort Wayne, Ind., announced today that through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, it has signed an agreement and finalized the acquisition of Anderson Seal LLC, a privately owned US-based seal distributor and value-added service partner. According to Linda Muroski, President of Marketing Americas, Anderson Seal was a one … [Read more...] about Trelleborg continues North American expansion with Anderson Seal acquisition
