PinnedFPE SealsWhat is the Difference Between Gaskets & Seals?Choosing between a gasket and a seal can be confusing, as in many ways they essentially do the same thing. But there are some important…2 min read·Sep 7, 2022----
PinnedFPE SealsWhy do hydraulic cylinders creep, and how to prevent it?Hydraulic cylinder creep is a common issue, that can occur when a hydraulic cylinder fails to maintain its position. This can be caused by…2 min read·Jan 25, 2023----
FPE SealsWhat are the benefits of mechanical seals?Mechanical seal is designed to seal the gap between a rotating shaft and a stationary housing, or occasionally, where the housing rotates…5 min read·Feb 6, 2024----
FPE SealsWhat safety precautions should you take when working with hydraulic cylinders?Hydraulic cylinders are used for various tasks that involve pulling, lifting, bending, or holding. With so many ways they can be used…3 min read·Jan 10, 2024----
FPE SealsWHY IS MY EXCAVATOR SO SLOW?Tim Bone, Cylinder Parts Manager, FPE Seals explains some of the reasons why an excavator can be operating slowly.3 min read·Jan 3, 2024----
FPE SealsHOW TO MEASURE A HYDRAULIC CYLINDERWhen it comes to replacing hydraulic cylinders, accurate measurement and sizing are crucial to prevent issues that may arise during the…2 min read·Dec 5, 2023----
FPE SealsWhat are Static Seals?Static seals are essential components used to prevent the leakage of fluids or gases between stationary surfaces. Unlike dynamic seals…3 min read·Oct 4, 2023----
FPE SealsA Guide to Seal MaterialsHydraulic seals are used in industrial applications, that prevent a fluid or gas from passing between different components of a cylinder…6 min read·Jul 13, 2023----
FPE SealsWhat are Bonded Washers?Bonded Washers, also known as Dowty Seals or Bonded Seals, offer a powerful solution for achieving tight, leak-free connections in various…2 min read·Jun 22, 2023----
FPE Seals5 Reasons Why a Hydraulic Cylinder Won’t WorkHydraulic cylinder failure causes downtime in operations. This situation is not only inconvenient in terms of maintenance but also takes…2 min read·May 12, 2023----