Recognition celebrates performance, customer impact, and a partnership that started with $157 in Parker O-rings
Lancaster, New York — February 13, 2026 — Sealing Devices Inc. announced today it has been awarded Parker Hannifin Corporation’s 2025 National Geared for Growth Award, recognizing sustained momentum and customer-focused execution as a distributor partner.
The 2025 award reflects a strong growth trajectory built on responsiveness, technical support, and reliable fulfillment, helping customers solve sealing challenges across demanding applications.
Rafal Sworka, Regional Sales Manager for Parker’s North Region, called the achievement phenomenal and noted that Sealing Devices is a Parker Seal Technology Center partner, the highest tier of distribution partner with Parker. He added that Sealing Devices helps drive engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow, and that the team’s performance stands out with four consecutive years of growth as an STC partner and a five-year consecutive growth partnership.
Sealing Devices’ partnership with Parker is its longest-standing and dates back to the company’s earliest days. In 1963, founder Terry Galanis Sr. launched Sealing Devices from his home with an investment of $157 in Parker O-rings, creating the foundation for a relationship that has grown for decades.
“We’re grateful for Parker’s partnership and the trust our customers place in us,” said Liz Galanis, President and COO of Sealing Devices. “Thank you again for the great partnership. We’re proud of what we’ve built together, and excited for what’s next.”
About Sealing Devices Inc.
Sealing Devices Inc. is a privately held manufacturer and distributor of engineered sealing solutions, serving customers nationwide with application support, value-added services, and a commitment to quality.
About Parker Hannifin Corporation
Parker Hannifin is a global leader in motion and control technologies, supporting a wide range of industrial and aerospace markets.
Company Contact
Jennifer Georger
jgeorger@sealingdevices.com
7166847600