Article Pumps Innovating the Sealing Sector: The Untapped Potential of Materials Science by Alireza Zandi Karimi An understanding of materials science may influence the future of engineering. December 2025
Article Seals The Role of NSF 61-Certified Packing & Gaskets by Drew Dixey Exploring public health protection and regulatory compliance in water management systems. November 2025
Article Seals Understanding Secondary Sealing Elements in Mechanical Seals by Alan Evans A guide to the function, types and materials of secondary sealing elements. October 2025
Article Gaskets ASME B16.20 Spiral Wound Gaskets by Celese Pauley Understanding the benefits and common applications of these gaskets. September 2025
Article Pumps Installing Rubber Expansion Joints Outdoors by Michael Lassas The benefits, challenges and maintenance of outdoor rubber expansion joints. August 2025
Article Gaskets Preventing the Next Disaster by Ron Frisard Lessons from the Texas City Refinery explosion. July 2025
Article Seals The Advantages of Gas Seals in Process Pumps by Brian Kalfrin, John Crane Inc. by Mike Kalodimos by Jim Wasser An in-depth look at gas seals and their functions. June 2025
Article Pumps Up, Up & Away: Vertical Up Airflow Management by Jeff Cronemiller Extending the operation life of expansion joints. May 2025
Article What’s New With the Fluid Sealing Association’s KnowledgeBase? by Brandon Eckardt Recent updates to the platform have improved accessibility for users. April 2025
Article Valves Friction’s Hidden Impact: Lessons From Valves & Submarines by Ron Frisard, FSA Member Reducing friction while maintaining effective sealing is often critical. February 2025
Article Pumps The Critical Role of Gasket Installation Procedures & Communication by Ron Frisard, FSA Member Lessons to be learned from the 1988 Piper Alpha disaster. March 2025
Article Mechanical Seals Basic Elements & Categories of Mechanical Seals by David Gustaferro Exploring the fundamental components of mechanical seals and comparing different seal types. December 2024
Article Seals Rethinking Water Hammer Solutions: Why Expansion Joints Are Not Enough by Marty Rogin How to address jumping pipes without causing further damage. January 2025
Article Gaskets Trends in Gaskets for Hydrogen Service & the Impact of PFAS Regulations by Luis Antonio Escalona García Shifts toward environmentally friendly solutions will necessitate careful planning. November 2024
Article Seals The Importance of Seal Support Systems by Glenn Owens Jr. Selecting and maintaining the proper seal for the operating environment. October 2024
Article Seals The Importance of Seal Support Systems by Glenn Owens Jr. Selecting and maintaining the proper seal for the operating environment. October 2024
Article Seals Rubber Expansion Joints in Nonmetallic Piping Systems by James M. Gannatal What to consider when selecting the proper rubber expansion joint. September 2024
Article Seals Mechanical Seals Through the Ages by Ryan Kremer A look at the past and potential future of mechanical seals. August 2024
Article Seals The Modern Alchemy of pH & Its Importance in the Sealing Industry by Luis Antonio Escalona García Both quality and safety are highly impacted by pH levels. July 2024