Case Study: Enhancing Seismic and Aerospace Systems with Parker PTFE T-Seal Technology
| Problem | The pressurized seal in a micro rod application caused inadequate pressure to overcome friction, preventing the equipment from completing its return stroke. |
| Solution | Sealing Devices, in collaboration with Parker, provided a Parker PTFE T-seal that minimized friction and enabled proper internal pressure equalization, ensuring optimal performance. |
| Results | The solution successfully enhanced the stability and extrusion resistance in critical applications, improving operational efficiency and compliance with stringent requirements in seismic and aerospace projects. |
Customer Overview
Sealing Devices’ customer specializes in providing comprehensive shock and vibration solutions for diverse applications. The company excels in designing, fabricating, and rigorously testing its products to meet strict requirements.
The customer’s expertise includes creating advanced shock and vibration solutions for critical infrastructure and aerospace applications. For instance, they engineer shock absorbers for buildings located in seismically active areas. These seismic shock absorbers play a crucial role in enhancing the safety of buildings in earthquake-prone regions.
In addition to their work in seismic applications, the customer also provides sophisticated shock and vibration control solutions for aerospace applications, including the Reaper drone. The Reaper drone is a high-performance unmanned aerial vehicle that relies on the customer’s advanced vibration and shock solutions to maintain stability and functionality under demanding conditions.
These applications require dynamic and fluid sealing technology principles to ensure optimal performance and durability.
Customer Problem
The pressurized seal inadvertently prevented the equipment from completing its return stroke due to inadequate pressure to overcome friction against the rod.
Customer Requirements
- Micro Rod Type Application: The solution must accommodate a micro rod type application, requiring precise engineering for very small load isolation systems.
- Small Diameter (<1/4″ Rod) & Short Stroke: Components must accommodate a small diameter (less than ¼ inch) and short stroke movements, optimizing space and operational efficiency.
- Government Project: Specifications must align with government project standards, emphasizing reliability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Addressing the Customer’s Challenge with a Parker Sealing Solution
Sealing Devices, collaborating closely with our supplier, Parker, conducted an on-site visit to meet with the customer and conduct a comprehensive review and diagnosis of the issue. This proactive approach allowed us to leverage the combined expertise of Sealing Devices and Parker in dynamic fluid sealing technologies and specialized Parker Seals. We applied our comprehensive understanding to meticulously analyze the challenges posed by the energized U-cup seal.
Sealing Devices offers extensive application engineering services, specializing in integrating advanced materials from project inception. Our proactive approach ensures solutions are effective and optimized for performance and longevity. We welcome you to engage our engineering expertise for your next challenging seal design.
Dynamic Fluid Sealing Technology Solution:
Together with Parker, we collaborated to propose multiple solutions aimed at achieving proper sealing while minimizing friction to enable internal pressure equalization. Our combined product expertise, engineering support, and dedication to customer satisfaction proved invaluable throughout the process. Ultimately, the recommended solution was a Parker PTFE T-seal, a novel product for the customer’s engineers. Its compact design provides improved stability and extrusion resistance in dynamic fluid sealing applications. Sealing Devices can introduce innovative avenues and fresh ideas that may not have been previously considered.
Sealing Solution Results:
Sealing Devices stands at the forefront of delivering comprehensive shock and vibration solutions across various critical sectors, from enhancing structural safety in seismic applications to ensuring operational stability in aerospace applications such as the Reaper drone. Our commitment to innovation and rigorous testing illuminates our ability to address complex challenges effectively. We invite you to partner with Sealing Devices for your next challenging seal design, where our dedication to innovation and custom-centric solutions promises to deliver exceptional results. Contact us today!
