Parker Hannifin has introduced its new nobrox compound, which exhibits excellent wear resistance, chemical resistance and resilience, reliability, ease of assembly and economy. The new material is particularly well suited for use as a sealing element, guiding element and anti-extrusion element for hydraulic as well as many other sealing technology … [Read more...] about New Parker-Prädifa compound, nobrox, useful for Seals, engineered components
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Freudenberg offers low-friction sealing solutions at IFPE
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies showcased a new generation of low-friction transmission seals designed to save fuel, lower emissions and extend the operating life of industrial powertrains at the 2017 International Fluid Power Expo in Las Vegas. Freudenberg’s Levitas and Levitorq components are part of the company’s Low Emission Sealing Solutions … [Read more...] about Freudenberg offers low-friction sealing solutions at IFPE
How do I select a proper seal for my application?
A few of the important parameters that one needs to consider while selecting a seal are system operating pressure, seal material compatibility with fluid and fluid operating temperature, resistance against extrusion, expected service life, ease of installation, cost of procurement and logistics. System operating pressure is one of the predefined … [Read more...] about How do I select a proper seal for my application?
Trelleborg posts oil and gas sealing test certification online for almost 30 materials
As it prepares for the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in May, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announced that it has posted test certification for almost 30 of its best-in-class materials for the oil and gas market for the first time ever. This data is made available online at Trelleborg’s dedicated oil and gas microsite for seals, reinforcing … [Read more...] about Trelleborg posts oil and gas sealing test certification online for almost 30 materials
Day 2 IFPE: Innovations in hydraulic sealing technologies
Mobile hydraulics, and those shiny clean cylinders that abound in them, could not function without good, quality hydraulic seals. That’s why I’ve already spent a fair amount of time chatting with some of the major sealing companies throughout the past two days of IFPE 2017. Here’s a brief round-up of some of the innovative sealing technologies … [Read more...] about Day 2 IFPE: Innovations in hydraulic sealing technologies
Trelleborg launches rotary seal that allows equipment to run faster, longer at high pressures
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches an its Roto Glyd Ring V, which is primarily intended for double-acting pressure within severe working conditions that require extended rotary service. The seal is specifically engineered for machinery where a high pressure to velocity value is required to allow equipment to run at the highest possible speeds in … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches rotary seal that allows equipment to run faster, longer at high pressures
Trelleborg highlights sealing developments, supply chain services at IFPE 2017
At this year's IFPE, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions will demonstrate the power of its Service PLUS program, which simplifies the workflow across every discipline of a fluid power professional's value chain; from engineering to logistics, manufacturing to the aftermarket. In addition, design engineers working in power transmission, motion control … [Read more...] about Trelleborg highlights sealing developments, supply chain services at IFPE 2017
Parker Hannifin planning sealing focus at Hannover Messe 2017
Cleveland-based Parker Hannifin has so many divisions—covering so many types of products—that it can be difficult to keep up with the company's initiatives and products. But I had the chance to catch up with Christine Stehmans, Marketing Communications Manager for the Engineered Materials Group-Europe, at the recent Hannover Messe press preview. … [Read more...] about Parker Hannifin planning sealing focus at Hannover Messe 2017
Hallite announces comparative test report for the Armorlene HLX Bronze-Filled PTFE
A few months ago, Hallite announced worldwide availability of its new Armorlene PTFE product and material portfolio which encompasses more than 30 product profiles, 26 materials and 18 Armorlene PTFEs. Today, the company is pleased to announce that comparative product testing of an important member of that product family—Hallite’s Armorlene HLX … [Read more...] about Hallite announces comparative test report for the Armorlene HLX Bronze-Filled PTFE
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues its trade show ThinkTank concept at MD&M West
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues to spark innovative ideas through its trade show presence, as it expands its TrelleborgThinkTank concept, which I wrote about when it was first launched last year at OTC. This year at MD&M West, the company is encouraging attendees to share ideas and encourage innovation using the hashtag … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues its trade show ThinkTank concept at MD&M West
