Valve designers and manufacturers know the choice of spring type within valve seals is critical to optimal performance and reliability. Clifford Springs explores the advantages offered by the different spring types and what works best for specific seal application requirements.

ERIKS announces that they will present their hydrogen-safe components at the Hydrogen Tech Expo in Hamburg from 23 to 24 October 2024. Visitors will be able to discover their wide range of products and innovative solutions at Stand 3D50 in Hall A3.

Fugesco Inc., the center of excellence for hydropower sealing applications of Meccanotecnica Umbra S.p.A., has completed the acquisition of all the strategic assets relating to the hydropower mechanical sealing business of Fematics Canada Inc.

Why B2B Companies Need a CRM Tool Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems are more than just contact management tools. A CRM is a comprehensive solution that improves customer understanding, optimises sales processes, fosters collaboration, and drives growth. When integrated with inbound marketing strategies, it helps B2B companies guide customers from initial interest to final purchase.

The Mechanical Seal Division proposed using Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to quantify the lifecycle footprint of sealing products. EPDs provide transparent, third-party verified data on products’ environmental impact, driving eco-friendly innovation across industries.

John Morton, Chairman of the ESA, reflects on the organisation's achievements and future direction, highlighting the sealing industry's critical role in a low-carbon, digital and resilient economy.

The FPP4EU, a sector group of CEFIC, held a meeting in June to provide an update on the U-PFAS restriction proposal. The updates presented focussed on the consultation findings, the opinion-making process, current status of the proposal, upcoming steps and stakeholder involvement.

ESA divisions are collaborating to reduce the use of plastics in member companies. By working together, we aim to develop more environmentally friendly products and packaging, accelerating the shift to sustainable options. An update from our ESG Director Sandy Van den Broeck.

ESA’s Technical Director Ralf Vogel reports on the past and ongoing projects and activities of the separate divisions within the ESA.

The ESA is actively participating in shaping essential regulations for the sealing industry. Find out more about our projects in the Standards and Legislation Update.

We recently invited all ESA members to participate in our survey to prioritise potential ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. Twenty-five members contributed their votes. Here are the results.

As part of our ongoing “spotlight on members of the ESA” feature, we present Seval S.r.l., a company based in the province of Bergamo, Italy, which specialises in the production of rubber and metal gaskets.