By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Sometimes, there’s a practical and propitious device that’s been around forever, only to be discovered by happenchance, yet it provides immense value and serendipity. I have been known to use hyperbole in my writing, and maybe so here. Still, if this article convinces just one reader to use this simple … [Read more...] about Where are buffer seals used on hydraulic cylinders?
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Wear rings get no respect in cylinder function
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When buying a cylinder repair kit, you generally expect to open a plastic bag filled with O-rings, rod seals, end seals and other synthetic rubber bits used to freshen up an old air or hydraulic cylinder. Often, we call such an assembly of parts a seal kit, which completely forsakes a family member necessary … [Read more...] about Wear rings get no respect in cylinder function
Greene Tweed names industry veteran Justine Franchina as COO
Greene Tweed proudly announces that Justine Franchina has joined Greene Tweed as Chief Operating Officer. An accomplished leader, Franchina brings a strategic perspective and over two decades of experience in driving operational excellence, improving safety and quality culture, supporting organizational and talent development, and fostering … [Read more...] about Greene Tweed names industry veteran Justine Franchina as COO
12 tips for leakage prevention through proper sealing design and selection
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Seals used for fluid power applications are highly varied and specific to each component and application. From simply sealing pressurized air from atmospheric air for pneumatic valves to preventing hydraulic oil from leaking into waterways from the rudder cylinder on watercraft, there are few conditions in … [Read more...] about 12 tips for leakage prevention through proper sealing design and selection
Trelleborg promotes Kaley to Global Segment Manager for Industrial Automation
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions promotes David Kaley to Global Segment Manager for Industrial Automation. Kaley will be responsible for expanding Trelleborg’s presence and product offerings in Industrial Automation. Early efforts will focus on developing customer products to meet ever-increasing energy saving, performance and longevity targets. His … [Read more...] about Trelleborg promotes Kaley to Global Segment Manager for Industrial Automation
anyseals introduces new bulk pricing structure
anyseals is pleased to announce the implementation of a new bulk pricing structure for its valued customers. This exciting change is a result of the company's substantial investments in warehouse automation. The new bulk pricing structure aims to benefit wholesale distributors. This change incentivizes larger purchases by rewarding long-term … [Read more...] about anyseals introduces new bulk pricing structure
Trelleborg opens first manufacturing facility in Vietnam
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has started production at its first ever manufacturing facility in Vietnam, an advanced 8,000 square meter facility strategically located in Long Thanh. It produces high-quality O-Rings and custom-designed engineered molded components in a wide range of elastomer materials using the latest compression and … [Read more...] about Trelleborg opens first manufacturing facility in Vietnam
How to evaluate chemical resistance and fluid compatibility of seal materials
Contributed by Seema Gangatirkar, Greene Tweed Matching the right elastomer to an application is key to ensuring an O-ring's optimal performance and mitigating premature failure. One critical factor to consider is resistance to process fluids. Different types of elastomers have differing resistance to various fluids, making material selection … [Read more...] about How to evaluate chemical resistance and fluid compatibility of seal materials
Static versus dynamic seals in fluid power
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Let's square off in a squared circle to discuss why dynamic seals are never square. I suppose one could manufacture a square seal, but perhaps that would be more of a gasket. Either way, we're pitting static seals against dynamic seals to see who comes out on top, and you may find yourself surprised by the … [Read more...] about Static versus dynamic seals in fluid power
Hallite to exhibit at the GIS EXPO 2023 in Piacenza, Italy
Hallite is pleased to announce its exhibition at the 9th edition of GIS — the lifting, industrial, and port handling and heavy transport show. GIS is one of the biggest European events and the only Italian exhibition dedicated to the users of cranes, mobile cranes, aerial work platforms, telehandlers, forklift trucks, overhead traveling cranes, … [Read more...] about Hallite to exhibit at the GIS EXPO 2023 in Piacenza, Italy
