anyseals Inc., a global supplier of custom rubber products and specialty seals for industrial distributors, announces the addition of two new inside sales representatives. Austin Lumpkin and Andrew Straud will support the company’s mission to enhance and grow the customer sales experience. Austin joins anyseals from Union Home Mortgage, where he was a consumer direct […]
Trelleborg launches interactive virtual sealing showroom
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches a 3D virtual showroom environment to provide customers with an insight into its sealing technology. Interactive exhibits allow users to explore solutions for aerospace, automotive and eMobility, fluid power, food and beverage, and semiconductor industries in real-time, as well as view Trelleborg’s R&D and advanced manufacturing capabilities and value added ServicePLUS […]
Trelleborg named top 10 prototype engineering service company
Trelleborg Healthcare & Medical was named one of the Top Ten Prototype Engineering Service Companies of 2022 for the innovative solutions its Rapid Development Center offers to medical device manufacturers. “Trelleborg created the Rapid Development Center in response to our medical device customers’ needs to accelerate time to market, reduce the production cost of parts […]
When are vacuum dehydrators necessary?
You might be surprised to hear that oil and water do mix. Of course, they won’t mix when poured together in a glass and stirred with a spoon. But forces at play to destroy your hydraulic system find ways to allow much more water to saturate and emulsify with your innocent hydraulic oil. Heat, oxidation […]
New predictive maintenance method offered by Schroeder Industries
Schroeder Industries has launched a new kit including (1) prepaid testing label and a return kit to send a filter in for Filter Debris Analysis (FDA). FDA can be used as a reliable predictive maintenance process alongside traditional oil analysis methods. This discovers the root cause of premature equipment wear and failures. Understanding the types […]
When should you use NBR for fluid power seals?
NBR is an acronym for nitrile butadiene rubber but goes by many other names, such as nitrile or buna. NBR is a synthetic rubber compound made from acrylonitrile and butadiene. Buna is renowned for its natural resistance to oils, fuels, water and many other chemicals. You may use NBR for most hydraulic applications, especially those […]
Trelleborg to host “Future of Manufacturing” virtual conference
On March 24, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Americas will host a virtual conference focusing on the mega trends that are shaping the future of manufacturing, including digital transformation, circular production, near sourcing, and sustainability. The conference will kick off with a keynote presentation by global futurist, strategic advisor, and best-selling author, Daniel Burrus, followed by panel […]
Hallite strengthens its technical team with new test engineer
Hallite recently welcomed Brenda Zang to its technical team in Hampton as a test engineer. In this role, Brenda will collaborate with other engineering staff and departments to document and monitor test results, analyze technologies, and help develop testing procedures and process improvements. Previously, she worked as a mechanical design engineer for Signature Flatbreads. Brenda […]
Trelleborg hires Kristee Mahler as human resources director for Americas
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has hired Kristee Mahler as Human Resources Director for the Americas. In this role, Mahler will lead Trelleborg’s team of human resources professionals in supporting all employees and management teams in the Americas. This includes driving growth and talent development, enriching the employee experience, and ensuring Trelleborg complies with local laws and policies. […]
What are environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) in hydraulics?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants, as far as the hydraulics industry is concerned, are fluids offering a reduced impact on the environment. EAL fluids are especially a concern for machinery operating on or around waterways, where the disastrous impact of potentially hazardous and toxic oil is most severe. Many environmental regulations require […]
Trelleborg promotes Castleman to Director, Mergers & Acquisitions
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of precision seals, bearings and custom-molded polymer components, has announced the appointment of Heather Castleman as Director, Mergers & Acquisitions for Marketing Americas Industrial. In this new role, Castleman will focus on accelerating growth through acquisitions in the US, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. […]
Lubrication management and counter surface technology increase hydraulic sustainability, says Trelleborg
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has always focused on pushing the capabilities of sealing technology for hydraulics, with a focus on enhancing performance while making fluid power applications more sustainable. Lubrication Management not only extends seal life, minimizing scrap, but it also significantly reduces friction, lowering the energy required to power hydraulic systems and potentially allowing for […]
Environmentally friendly hydraulic fluid for stationary and mobile use
Renewable Lubricants presents patented Bio-Ultimax 1000, readily biodegradable biosynthetic formulas which perform like mineral oil based hydraulic fluids, but are environmentally friendly. With oxidation performance comparable to full synthetics, this is one of the safest hydraulic fluids for the environment. Ideal for stationary or mobile environments, Bio-Ultimax super high Viscosity Index (VI) fluids are proven […]
Schroeder 2030 initiative fosters sustainable fluid power
Machine manufacturers are often perceived to be the cause of high carbon emissions. Schroeder Industries, a supplier of advanced fluid conditioning systems for the hydraulics, fuels and process industries, is helping address climate change by embracing innovative technologies that support eco-friendly fluid power systems. They call this initiative Schroeder 2030. With Schroeder 2030, the company […]
Trelleborg’s AS568 standard O-rings available for quick delivery in the Americas
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions now offers quick delivery of many AS568 Standard Class A Specification O-rings across the Americas in nitrile rubber (NBR) and Fluoroelastomer (FKM), assuring customer that parts meet global compliance. According to Michael Cook, Global Segment Director Off-Highway & Americas Segment Manager Fluid Power, “Understanding the demands of our customers, we invested in […]
Trelleborg launches online ordering for North American fluid power customers
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announces the launch of the Fluid Power Seals-Shop. The Seals-Shop, available to customers in North America, is an online solution for fast and easy procurement of high-performance seals and wear rings critical to the function of hydraulic components in fluid power applications. The 24/7 self-service platform for manufacturing and maintenance, repair, and […]
How does aeration affect hydraulic systems?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Aeration is the introduction of air bubbles within a liquid by passing through or across open air. Aeration most often occurs in hydraulic systems when oil returns to the tank above the oil level in the reservoir, entraining bubbles as it splashes into the tank. The primary worry with aeration […]
Top-ported suction filter for pump inlet
Schroeder Industries has developed the top-ported suction filter (SKF3). The SKF3 is a part of Schroeder’s Suction Filters family. These products range up to 300 psi (20 bar) and flow rates of up to 25 gpm (95 lpm). Suction filters help protect downstream pumps from contamination due to ingression or lack of initial cleaning. They […]
A review of common hydraulic fluid types and their benefits
All hydraulic fluid is designed to transmit fluid power energy through a system, and for the most part, they do the job the same way. But that doesn’t mean all oil is the same. In fact, there are five common types of hydraulic fluid, each with its benefits and downsides whose use depends on the […]
Fluid purifier system offers high-volume flow rate of 20 gpm
Increasing reliability, service life, and efficiency of hydraulic systems, the Filtration Division of Eaton adds a higher volume flow rate system to its IFPM series of fully-automated, PLC-controlled, mobile, off-line fluid purifiers. Complementing the IFPM 33, which has a flow rate of 8 gpm (30 lpm), the new IFPM 73 has over double the flow […]
Compact and versatile inline filter for high pressures
Schroeder Industries has developed a new standard for filter element performance. The Inline Filter (LI50) is a part of Schroeder’s high-pressure filters family. These products range from 5,000 to 6,000 psi (345 – 415 bar). In the market today, there are no inline filters that can incorporate indicators onboard. The LI50 has the unique feature […]
Trelleborg’s David Hauber receives award for being a pioneer in composites
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is pleased to announce that Technology Engineer, David Hauber, is a 2021 recipient of the American Composites Manufacturers Association (ACMA) Pioneer Award. Created in 2019 by ACMA, the award recognizes individuals who have developed, enhanced, or created processes and/or materials that have advanced the composites industry. Hauber received his award at a […]
What are seal extrusion gaps?
For any seal to function well in a fluid power application, it must resist the extreme forces attempting to squeeze the material through even the smallest gap like so much Playdoh. The gaps available to a seal to squeeze through are called extrusion gaps. To understand the extrusion gap, you must first understand the primary […]
Kidney-loop system provides continuous fluid filtration and conditioning
Schroeder Industries is proud to release its Kidney Loop System Change-Over (KLCO). Through the use of the Kidney Loop System Change-Over (KLCO), plant owners and operators no longer need to compromise system/fluid condition during filter replacements. It goes without saying, the cleaner the fluid, the better the operating condition. According to sources like Noria Corp., contamination […]
Hallite announces grand opening of new global test house
Hallite Seals International Ltd. announced today the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art product and material test house after breaking ground in January. Located inside the global manufacturing building at 130 Oldfield Rd in Hampton, UK, the new Hallite facility combines laboratory and product testing space previously housed in separate buildings. Constructed and equipped for […]