The global gaskets and seals market size was valued at U.S. $65.1 billion in 2020 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2021 to 2028, according to a new study from Polaris Market Research. The products are increasingly being used for providing a physical barrier against contaminants, fluids, electromagnetic interference, and…
How permanent seals ensure the service life of batteries in electric vehicles
With its wide range of technologies and know-how, Henkel is becoming the partner of choice for complete solutions in the automotive industry and especially for electric vehicles (EVs). Products for conductive coatings and thermal interface materials — including the assembly adhesives and liquid seals — are used to protect battery packs used in EVs. One…
What are gaskets?
Written by Dr. Jody Muelaner A gasket is a flexible spacer that sits between two mating components. Gaskets are typically used to create a seal. They are made of a more flexible material that the components, allowing the gasket to fill any gaps due to surface imperfections. Gaskets may also be used to prevent vibration…
Emerson Automation in Las Vegas — New technologies for packaging industry
Pack Expo in Las Vegas this year was a huge success with more than 29,500 attendees and dozens of new design solutions of display. One supplier at the show making quite a number of important announcements was Emerson Automation. Emerson’s technologies help packaging lines gain flexibility by accommodating numerous package sizes and complexities; reduce losses…
Boston Gear Expands Line of Stainless Steel Shaft Accessories for Washdown Applications
Boston Gear, Charlotte, NC, has added new mounted bearing designs and universal joints to its line of stainless steel shaft accessories designed for superior performance in high pressure food processing and packaging washdown applications. The stainless steel mounted bearing line now includes setscrew locking 3-bolt flange brackets and wide slot take up units available in…
FasTest Expands FI and FE Series
FasTest announces the expansion of its FI and FE internal and external automated pneumatic connectors to include options with metric mounting holes, pilot ports and BSPP media ports. Simplifying applications by accommodating common international metric mounting hardware and requirements, FIM and FEM connectors seal conventional and non-standard surfaces and connect to any tube or pipe,…
Connectors Allow Fast Bench Calibration
TwistMate AN Step connectors calibrate flow transmitters on flow benches. These connectors simplify flow bench step tree connections with their fast, leak-tight threaded connections that do not use thread sealant or wrenches, and minimal force. The step connectors, or transitions, are specifically designed for the aerospace industry, providing incremental transitions from AN 32 down to…
Tooling System from FasTest Delivers Electronic Actuation
FasTest announced the Electronic Tooling System (ETS), a modular electronic sealing device. By varying the target current, the device is scalable, providing a repeatable sealing force—ranging from a soft touch for delicate parts to a firm grip for work holding. The ETS can operate as a stand-alone sealing system or can be controlled via I/O…
FasCal Manifold System for pressure calibration
FasTest announces the FasCal Manifold System for pressure calibration. The manifold supports connections to up to four different devices at the same time, accommodating a wide variety of fitting configurations. The stainless steel system allows any FasCal connector—for both male and female applications—to be mounted on the manifold quickly and without the use of tape…
Altech® ATEX Strain Reliefs for Cable Entries
Altech® ATEX polyamide strain reliefs for cable entries provide increased safety in explosion-endangered areas by eliminating any potential for arcs, sparks, or hot surfaces. These IP68-rated strain reliefs with neoprene seals promote optimized sealing and protection against contaminants and additionally reduce stress on components and terminal points in machine and device applications across industries. Altech…