Understanding the difference between O rings and gaskets is critical to choose the best option for your application.read more
Learn more about the similarities and the differences between those two types of O Rings.read more
There is no one simple answer to the question ‘what are O rings made of?’ because they can be made of a wide range of materials.read more
It’s that time of the year again. Check our top 10 tips on a great way to enjoy your time at the 88th National Ploughing Championships and see you there!read more
A mechanical seal has four components: a flat stationary seal face, a flat rotating seal face, a spring mechanism and a secondary elastomic seal. read more
Mechanical seals are a complex construction. Learn more about the most common causes of mechanical seal failure and how to avoid it.read more
Knowing the expected lifespan of a seal and monitoring it can save a lot of money, hassle and disruption. Learn more about the most common causes of premature seal failure.read more
The purpose of any seal is to protect a joining in a piece of equipment. Seals serve to keep lubrication or other liquids inside and contamination outside of the joint. A lip seal is also known as an oil seal or a rotary shaft sealread more
So what exactly is a mechanical seal and how does it differ from other types of seals?
A mechanical seal incorporates a rotating face and a stationary face, as well as a spring to keep the two faces pressed together.read more
What is a lip seal? Lip seals (also known as rotary shaft seals or oil seals or a radial shaft seal) serve to protect lubricated moving parts by keeping the lubricant inside the bearing & keeping contamination from dirt or other liquids out.read more
