KASTAŞ Sealing Solutions for Construction Machinery
What makes up the seal kit of a construction machinery cylinder, and how do mining and building-site conditions change the material choice? A field-focused guide.
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Rubber sealing guides and industry articles
O-Ring Size and Material Selection Guide
How to measure an O-ring, which cross-section series exist and how to choose between NBR and Viton — with a size chart of 3,417 sizes.
Read more →How to Choose a Hydraulic Piston Seal
Choosing a hydraulic piston seal: how to diagnose internal leakage, the difference between a single profile and a compact set, and how to determine the size.
Read more →Choosing Sealing Elements for Pneumatic Systems
A guide to lubricated versus oil-free lines in pneumatic sealing, how cycle count affects life and how to choose a low-friction profile.
Read more →Wipers: Protecting Rods and Components on Construction Machinery
How to spot wiper failure early and which mistakes are made during replacement. A guide to protecting rods and cylinders on construction machinery.
Read more →What You Need to Know About Rubber
What is rubber, what types are there and where is it used in industry? The properties of natural and synthetic rubber and their role in sealing.
Read more →Installing Rubber Seals: Construction Machinery and Sealing Elements
Surface preparation, fitting sequence and common mistakes when installing rubber sealing elements. Practical installation advice for construction machinery.
Read more →How to Choose the Right Rubber
Choosing rubber: material type, operating temperature, chemical resistance and cost. Where NBR, EPDM, silicone and natural rubber are used.
Read more →Storing Rubber Sealing Elements
How temperature, humidity, light and ozone affect stored rubber seals and O-rings. Conditions that extend shelf life and mistakes to avoid.
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