Sealing & Contamination Control Tips

Greene Tweed has announced the completion of its new manufacturing facility in Ochang, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea. The milestone marks a significant expansion of Greene Tweed’s global footprint and reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to their customers worldwide with its flagship Chemraz product line. With construction now complete, the […]

Trelleborg has named Juergen Bosch Business Area President of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. Bosch will be responsible for leading Trelleborg’s largest business area. He will work with Trelleborg experts to continually strengthen the company’s presence in the markets and industries it serves. Bosch will ensure the business area utilizes strategic processes and systems and strive to […]

Three years after acquiring the hydraulic filter business of Bosch Rexroth, Hengst Filtration is further expanding its activities in this area. In this context, the German filtration specialist has taken over the North American hydraulic filter manufacturer Main Filter. “We are working hard to be the most competent partner for our customers and to provide […]

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announces the launch of its Innovation Center in Plymouth, Minnesota, providing its global industrial customers with a single partner for design, rapid prototyping, development and serial production, ensuring cost control and scalability of customers’ solutions. Trelleborg created the Innovation Center to accelerate customers’ time to market, reduce the production cost of parts […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Particle contamination is the proverbial lord of the contamination cartel. Particles get all the attention in this world, and rightfully so. Particle contamination-related failures likely outpace water, varnish and heat combined (yes, heat is a form of contamination). It would come as no surprise, then, that the primary driver of […]

Ohio Fabricators Company (OFCO), a manufacturer of stock and custom strainers, breathers, diffusers and screen assemblies for the filtration and fluid power industries, is pleased to announce its new line of spin-on filters and accessories for hydraulic systems. The SP Series filters are available in a wide range of filtration media, flow rates and mesh […]

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 […]

Femco has released a new series of drain plugs and clickers — The Non-Drip system, which was specifically created to rapidly drain and refill oil from vehicles or machines without leaving any residue afterwards. This is a game changer for industries that demand a safe and clean work environment (for example: trucking, construction, mining or […]

Last month, we discussed how vital an oil analysis program is for the reliability of your hydraulically powered machinery. This article is the second in the series where I discuss the many important qualities a competent oil analysis lab can identify for you. Oil viscosity is a primary driver in the oil selection process and […]

The Filtration Division of power management company Eaton has launched its line of WPL spin-on filters that protect pumps, valves, compressors, and hydraulic systems from contamination as per ISO 2941, ISO 3723, and ISO 2942 standards. The filters are designed to provide one of the highest cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems, featuring cartridges that are […]

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 […]

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 strategic growth across global manufacturing operations to her role as […]

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 which a fluid power […]

Ohio Fabricators Company (OFCO), a manufacturer of stock and custom strainers, breathers, diffusers and screen assemblies for the filtration and fluid power industries, has been recognized by Parker-Hannifin Corporation, as a Gold Level Supplier, achieving exceptional supplier scores in Fiscal Year 2024. Parker rates suppliers annually on cost, delivery, continuous performance and quality. In a […]

This article is the first in our series on hydraulic oil analysis programs. Hydraulic oil is the lifeblood of your hydraulic system, circulating primarily as a power transmission medium but also acting to lubricate, cool, seal and help remove contamination. Without oil, your hydraulic system is just a comatose pneumatic system, lying lifeless with no […]

Cleanova is a new entrant in the industrial filtration sector with a fresh approach to delivering a cleaner future. Comprising four established brands – Airpel, Dollinger, Plenty and Vokes – the company has been established to provide innovative filtration solutions that allow customers to sustain their industrial processes and protect the environment by increasing efficiency, […]

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 goal is to further establish Trelleborg as a leading source […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Forever. It should last forever. Thanks for reading, and come back next week for more YouTube Shorts. I kid, of course, although there is always truth in comedy because you should treat your oil as your forever fluid. Of course, simply showering your hydraulic fluid with love will not guarantee […]

To ensure the safe operation of hydraulic systems, lubricants and hydraulic oils must be protected from unwanted particles. With hydraulic and lubricating oil filters from Eaton, operators are able to protect their machinery and maximize its operating potential through long service life. Tank-mounted filtration solutions are now complemented by the BR210 Dirt-Gate and BR110 H2O-Gate […]

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 anyseals partners and customers with high […]

anyseals has announced the promotion of Tina Schulte to Vice President of Operational Excellence, effective January 2, 2024. In this new role, she will manage warehouse staff and continue enhancing warehouse performance through automation. She will report directly to Chief Operating Officer Toby Rose. anyseals is a global wholesale industrial sealing supplier founded and headquartered […]

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 injection molding technology and plate heat exchanger gaskets. Gordon […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor In the case of hydraulic systems, efficiency and reliability are paramount, and these systems, used in various industries, rely on the seamless flow of hydraulic fluid to power heavy machinery and equipment. One crucial component that ensures the reliable operation of the pumps, valves and actuators is the hydraulic filter. […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic systems are the workhorses of many industries, powering everything from heavy machinery to manufacturing equipment. The lifeblood of these machines is hydraulic oil, which transmits power, dissipates heat, carries away contamination and lubricates components. However, just like any other fluid-based system, hydraulic systems are susceptible to unique issues, including […]

anyseals has appointed Dawn Campbell and Chris Wheatley to the company’s rapidly expanding sales team as regional sales managers. The addition of Dawn and Chris rounds out a regional sales structure the company has put into place to better serve clients across the U.S. As Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Dawn brings her 22 years of […]