As part of our plastic reduction initiative, the ESA is exploring alternatives to plastic spacers for spiral wound gaskets, with promising developments in biodegradable biopolymers derived from organic waste.
ESA’s Technical Director Ralf Vogel reports on the past and ongoing projects and activities of the separate divisions within the ESA.
The EU Council formally adopted a regulation on packaging and packaging waste, which will significantly reduce the generation of packaging waste.
The ESA and its members were well represented at the Valve World Conference and Exhibition 2024, both as exhibitors and through significant contributions to the conference programme.
The Fluid Sealing Association (FSA) in the Americas and the European Sealing Association (ESA) operate in distinct regions, yet they pursue similar objectives and frequently collaborate on global matters.
A study by Fraunhofer IWM, initiated by EagleBurgmann and other members of the Freudenberg Group, examined the challenges of finding PFAS alternatives in sealing technology
As the year draws to a close, we have taken a detailed look at our digital performance in 2024. Here is an overview of the key metrics.
Modern CRM platforms include many powerful yet often unused features. From smart email templates and task automation to intuitive reporting and meeting scheduling, these capabilities can improve your day-to-day operations.
In a groundbreaking move on November 20, 2024, the agency explicitly recognized sealing applications as part of the PFAS restriction process.
“The dynamics of our industry are in continuous flux,” notes ESA Chairman John Morton as he looks back on a productive time that has passed since our last newsletter.
We are pleased to confirm that the ESA AGM 2025 will take place from April 14 to 16 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The provisional schedule and hotel reservation details are now available. We look forward to seeing you there.
The ECHA's scientific committees for Risk Assessment (RAC) and Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) reviewed PFAS restrictions in the petroleum, mining, textiles, and food packaging sectors.