Save Time and Money with Shaft Repair Sleeves
At a certain point in the life of a crankshaft seal, technicians find the wear so severe that oil leaks are likely to occur even after the installation of a new replacement seal. Until recently, the only way to address the issue was to either re-machine the surface of the crankshaft or replace it entirely. […]History of the Vulcanization of Rubber
About Natural Rubber You might be surprised to know that the rubber in your tires and so many other modern uses begins as a white, liquid type substance called latex that is derived from certain plants. If you cut a dandelion stem, for instance, you’ll see latex dripping from the stem. Theoretically, rubber could be […]
Categories: Cord Stock | | Tags: rubber vulcanization, vulcanization process, vulcanized o-rings |
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How to Properly Size an O-Ring The First Time Around
Size O-Rings With Your Smartphone Camera! Of the four characteristics that define an o-ring (material, durometer, color, and size), determining and properly communicating the exact size needed is often the trickiest part of an order. Applying tried and true methods for determining the correct size will save you time in the short-term and frustration and […]
Categories: O-Rings | | Tags: AS568, metric o-ring sizes, o-ring measurement, o-ring sizing |
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Global O-Ring Introduces New Logo
Global O-Ring and Seal has achieved a great deal of success since we opened our doors eight years ago. By providing you with quality, cost effective o-rings, oil seals, and other sealing products, combined with a purchasing experience that seeks to surpass expectations, you responded and helped us grow our business. A BIG “thank you” […]Oil Seals 101 – Part 2
We offer quality sealing and cost-effective oil seal designs that help keep equipment running longer while reducing downtime. Through our comprehensive selection we provide oil seals with short lead times and with a variety of designs for use in many common and more challenging industry applications. When selecting an oil seal, it is important to […]
Categories: Rotary Seals | | Tags: lip designs, oil seals, seal designs, selection criteria |
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