Before we get into a more detailed discussion of O-Rings you should spend one minute to read this interesting article on the basics and history of the humble O-Ring here… https://fuziontrading.co.za/the-o-ring/ Measuring O-Rings The O-Ring is, in most cases, measured in the ID and the cross section, e.g. 25 x 2.5 which indicates that the… Continue Reading
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Specialised Sealing Compounds…by GAPI
Introducing the NEW range of Specialised Sealing Compounds from GAPI Gapi’s Specialised Sealing Compounds (Perflouroelastomers) are proving to be very cost effective in the following industries: Chemical Processing Aerospace and Defence Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Food, Pharmaceutical and Biochemistry Road, Rail and Marine Transport Specialised-Compounds < Click this Link To Obtain Full Details of these… Continue Reading
Hydraulic Seals Are Used…
Hydraulic Seals are used to seal in fluids or other media in reciprocating and linear motion applications. The shaft, rod and piston moves backwards and/or forward, in and/or out, up or/and down. Hydraulic Seals are designed to… Maintain hydraulic pressure Retain the lubricant Exclude contamination Hydraulic Seals are grouped as follows… Piston Seals Rod Seals… Continue Reading
Hydraulic Seals…Introduction
Hydraulic Seals are relatively soft, non-metallic rings captured in a groove or fixed in a combination of rings, to form a seal assembly, to block or separate fluid in reciprocating motion applications. Hydraulic seals are vital in machinery. Their use is critical in providing a way for fluid power to be converted to linear motion.… Continue Reading
Fluid Sealing
Fuzion Trading is a Specialized Fluid Sealing Manufacturer of… Hydraulic Seals Pneumatic Seals Precision Rubber Products Polyurethane Products O-Rings Fuzion Trading’s Fluid Sealing manufacturing facility is geared to… Eliminating downtime with a fast efficient service Providing quality precision products Offering highly competitive prices Continue Reading
Hydraulic Cylinder Seals
Guidelines for Optimum Performance of Hydraulic Cylinder Seals The following basic yet important facts regarding the use of hydraulic cylinder seals will, if followed improve performance and reduce downtime. Excessive Clearances – between the piston and cylinder wall the seal will be subjected to deformation causing extrusion. The pressure will cause the seal to fail.… Continue Reading
Wiper Seal
Wiper Seal (or Scraper seal) The function of the wiper seal is to prevent dirt particles from entering hydraulic or a pneumatic circuit, e.g. cylinders and valves. Contamination of the media will damage the seal, also possibly the surface of the housing and the guide bush. The pre-load and the sharp scraper edge wipes off… Continue Reading
What is a Static Seal and Dynamic Seal !
Definitions Static Seal: A seal that is made between two stable and immovable components Dynamic Seal : A seal required to prevent leakage past parts which are in relative motion Types of Seals Static Seal: O-Rings, Back-up Rings, Square Rings, V-Rings, Dual Seals… Dynamic Seal : Hydraulic and Pneumatic seals, Oil and Grease seals, Wipers… Continue Reading
Compression Moulding Process
What is Compression Moulding? Compression moulding is one of several moulding processes. It is the use of compression (force) and heat to shape a raw material e.g. hydraulic and pneumatic seals by using a metal mould. The raw material is heated in the mould until pliable while the mould is closed for a specified period.… Continue Reading
Rubber Gaskets
Looking for Precision Rubber Gaskets? Manufactures Moulded Rubber Gaskets… You are assured of a perfect product today, tomorrow and in the years to come when using a moulding process. Fuzion Trading will manufacture in the elastomer of your choice, e.g. Nitrile EPDM Viton® Silicone Fluorosilicone Neoprene Butyl And more We also manufacture Polyurethane gaskets for… Continue Reading