Mechanical seals prevent pumps from leaking by withstanding the friction caused by the rotating shaft and containing the pressure of…
Expansion joints don’t always get the attention they deserve. They are critical components of piping systems for every industry. These…
The Food and Drug administration (FDA) comprises of a very broad and complex area of regulations. While there is no…
With ongoing global changes, most industries in turn, have reflectively looked at making improvements in their choice of gaskets for…
An expansion joint must perform several functions. The rubber joint is the most flexible part of a piping system, but…
There is nothing worse than being woken up in the middle of the night because of a leak in your…
Considered an essential component, a flange is a type of mechanical seal that can connect valves, steam traps, strainers, and…
In 1970, Metcar began developing carbon/graphite materials and since then has developed hundreds of material grades suitable for use in…
Double or dual mechanical seals are designed for maximum sealing safety. These seals essentially eliminate leakage of the fluid or…
A rotary union is a device that provides a seal between a rotating part and a stationary supply passage, allowing…
The European Sealing Association, Sealing Devices, and the role of PFAS’s. The European Sealing Association (ESA) represents most Sealing Device…