Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has expanded its HiMod Slydring HC wear ring range. It is introducing more than 180 additional part numbers in outer diameters from 1 to 12 in. The enhanced range becomes available early 2018, serving various fluid power applications including off-highway, material handling, industrial machines, mobile hydraulics, agricultural equipment, and other industries. According […]
Trelleborg finalizes acquisition of advanced composites manufacturer
Trelleborg, a worldwide provider of engineered polymer components and systems, has through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions fully acquired U.S.-based privately-owned Automated Dynamics, an advanced composite components manufacturer. According to Trelleborg officials, the “bolt-on” acquisition provides new, strategic technology to develop next-generation composites to solve a myriad of challenging applications in industries such as […]
Peter Hahn appointed new Business Area President at Trelleborg Group
Peter Hahn has been appointed new Business Area President of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions as of January 1, 2018. He succeeds Claus Barsøe and will like his predecessor be a member of Group Management. Claus Barsøe will become EVP within Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, focusing on the transition to the new president and future business development. Peter […]
Trelleborg’s new polyurethane materials meet future standards for seals
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has launched its polyurethane materials, Zurcon Z53 and Zurcon Z54, which conform to the latest EU REACH environmental standards coming into force in November. In addition, they meet users’ requirements for higher operating temperatures. REACH is a European Union regulation concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals. Zurcon Z53 and […]
Trelleborg invests in high-end production for sealing solutions in Denmark
Trelleborg has—through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions—decided to invest in a new state-of-the-art production facility for sealing solutions in Denmark, thus relocating its current manufacturing facility in the country. The move is intended to transform and further expand the current capabilities of the existing facility to demonstrate future manufacturing principles and technologies that enable […]
MD&M East update: Automation is on tap
This year’s MD&M East—and its associated shows, like ATX East, East PACK, etc.—are back in New York at the Javits Convention Center this week, and there’s a good buzz about the show. The economy is chugging along, according to exhibitors, and there is reason for optimism in the coming quarters. Here’s a sampling of what […]
MD&M East update: Automation is on tap
This year’s MD&M East—and its associated shows, like ATX East, East PACK, etc.—are back in New York at the Javits Convention Center this week, and there’s a good buzz about the show. The economy is chugging along, according to exhibitors, and there is reason for optimism in the coming quarters. Here’s a sampling of what […]
Is the oil and gas market ready to flip the switch on recovery?
At this week’s OTC (Offshore Technology Conference), the keyword was probably cautious optimism for the oil and gas market. The event—which has been down since its record-breaking year in 2014 as gas prices plummeted—continues to get smaller, but fluid power manufacturers and show organizers are still preparing for a slow and steady ramp-up. In 2014, […]
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Trelleborg’s seal materials tested for optimum performance based on fluid type
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has carried out a series of tests to show the importance of fluid type and seal material choice in “ensuring optimum seal performance and service life.” The company worked with fluid producer MacDermid to test the effect of water glycol fluids on common seal materials. Together the engineers for both companies tested […]
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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 the […]
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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 […]
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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 high pressures for […]
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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 and fluid power industries will see first-hand […]
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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 #TrelleborgThinkTank. Its aim is to capture […]
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8 New Advances in Cassette Sealings
This webinar will feature a unique cassette seal design for very difficult environments. The unitized seal design improves contaminant exclusion and static sealing ability, while its advanced lip technology helps reduce friction and wear to lengthen seal life. Attend this webinar to learn: How the Trelleborg Cassette Seal CSL1500 is different than other…
How does water glycol fluid affect hydraulic seals?
Comprehensive testing of water glycol fluids on common seal materials reveals temperature-related issues. By: James Simpson and Eric Bucci – Trelleborg Sealing Solutions The polyglycol is a water-soluble polymer thickener that can be formulated to cover a wide range of viscosities. The resulting viscosity-temperature properties give water glycols good low-temperature cold-start pump wear protection and…
Primary flight control seal test bench launched
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announces its new Primary Flight Control Seal Test Bench at FIA 2016 (Farnborough International Airshow) being held in Hampshire, England, from July 11-17. Located in the HA Traub Technical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana in the U.S., this test equipment can uniquely offer a rapid multi-million cycle testing capability, considerably shortening the […]
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Successful offshore sealing
By Eric Bucci- Oil & Gas Segment Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Hydraulic systems in marine environments require a complex combination of specialized seals. Understanding the different materials and styles is critical to a safe, successful design. Hydraulic applications are challenging to seal. Not only must the hydraulic seals prevent leakage of fluid from the cylinder, but they…