Written by Joel Johnson, VP Technology, Ben Westbrook, Sr. Application Engineer Simrit Division of Freudenberg-NOK, and Noriyuki Matsui, Mgr., GI Design Section NOK CorporationExcessive temperature and fluid incompatibility often tax hydraulic cylinder seals. New materials and designs are necessary to meet the increasing requirements of smaller cylinders with higher pressures and hotter ambient temperatures. The […]
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Simrit Facility Wins Schlumberger Award
PLYMOUTH, Mich. – In recognition of its outstanding performance in service and product quality, Simrit’s Nisku, Alberta, Canada facility recently received the first performance award ever given by the Edmonton Product Center of Schlumberger Limited. Part of the Simrit Division of Freudenberg-NOK, the Nisku facility was unanimously selected as the only recipient for this award. […]
Bearing Units with Dual-Sealing System
Marathon mounted bearing units integrate a stainless steel dual-sealing system to protect from contaminants, resist corrosion, and extend service life. The sealing arrangement consists of a double-lip insert seal (rubber bonded to AISI 304 stainless steel), an AISI 304 stainless steel flinger, and a rubber-backed steel gasket. The insert seal and flinger combine to create […]
Universal Push-to-Connect Assembly
The Universal Push-to-Connect (UPTC) assembly provides fast and efficient, leak-free connections for compact fluid power systems in industrial, mobile, and construction equipment. UPTC consists of a base Seal-Lok O-ring face seal (ORFS) or metric bite-type fitting, a factory assembled UPTC nut with its internal sealing and retaining elements, a dust O-ring, and a UPTC hose […]
Bird Precision offers Ruby and Sapphire orifices
Bird Precision offers a unique series of laser drilled, wire lapped Ruby and Sapphire orifices. Orifices and filters are packaged in a huge variety of stainless, brass and plastic fittings, connectors and inserts. With extreme chemical and wear resistance these products insure precise dependable control of even the most harsh liquids and gas. Bird Precision […]
Simrit Expands Oil and Gas Industry Capabilities
PLYMOUTH, Mich.– Simrit announces the acquisition of the assets of the Tetralene companies of Houston, Texas, a developer and manufacturer of specialized custom sealing components for the oil and gas industry. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Tetralene manufactures custom high-performance thermoplastic and elastomeric components that range in diameter from 1/64″ through 72″. Their […]
Leak-free Sealing System for Slurry Pumps
Palmyra, N.Y. — A leak-free, no-dilution sealing system for slurry pumps is now available from Garlock Sealing Technologies. The HYDRA-JUST(TM) system offers pump manufacturers a more cost-effective way to enhance the performance of their equipment and offer their customers increased productivity through higher reliability. A rotary shaft sealing system, HYDRA-JUST(TM) forms a bearing relationship with […]
Simriz® 498 Compound Helps Keeps Flights in the Air
FARNBOROUGH, Hampshire, England – For years, Simrit has been on the forefront of perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) material design and production with its Simriz® brand of proprietary compounds. One of the supplier’s latest materials – Simriz® 498 – recently aided a major regional jet manufacturer in drastically reducing its sealing-related warranty issues. According to Simrit, the superior […]
Hydraulic Cylinders Under Pressure
Today’s applications require that cylinders be pushed to move faster, use higher pressures, or last longer than ever before. In addition, they are expected to run with higher efficiency and minimal leakage. These conditions mandate that sealing systems work with optimum effectiveness. Matching the required sealing solution to cylinder demands is a straightforward process. First, […]
Simrit to Unveil Simriz® 508 Compound at SEMICON West 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Simrit – the industrial sealing products division of Freudenberg-NOK – will debut its Simriz® 508 material during SEMICON West 2008. Simrit’s new material was specifically developed for demanding, high-temperature static and dynamic sealing applications in dry chemical environments. Simriz 508 is a white perfluoroelastomer (FFKM) material that has a service temperature […]