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Chesterton Mechanical Seals for Pulp and Paper Industry

Chesterton® Mechanical Seals: Game Changer for Profitability in Pulp and Paper Plants

Chesterton is a full-solutions provider for pulp and paper mills and understands energy, efficiency, reduced water consumption and downtime are key cost differentiators in the industry. The pulp and paper industry faces several significant challenges today. These challenges span environmental, economic, technological, and regulatory aspects. Some of the main challenges are the aging infrastructure, cost […]

- Friday, August 23, 2024

Chesterton Industrial Lubricants for Paper plants

Roll on, Roll on, Roll on – with Chesterton® Advanced Bearing Reliability Programs

Modern paper machines are up to 150 meters long, 10 meters wide and run at speeds of up to 2000 meters per minute. Huge giants, 24/7 in operation, programmed for smooth production without downtime. Outside of the paper machine itself there is a complex process including the wood yard, stock preparation, pulping and paper conversion. […]

- Thursday, August 8, 2024

Chesterton Packing for Pulp and Paper Maschines

Production Efficiency and High Pump Reliability thanks to Innovative Packing Technology

Paper and pulp production is an extremely demanding industry. It is a long way from the processing of raw wood to the production of fine writing paper. In many manufacturing steps, the abrasive raw material is processed with hot water and chemicals. This means that all machine components need to be highly resistant to wear, […]

- Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Chesterton® High-Performance Industrial Coating Solutions for Corrosion and Abrasion Challenges in the Pulp and Paper Industry

The pulp and paper sector is a demanding industry. From debarking and wood processing to the chemical processing of paper pulp and the manufacture of finished products – the work steps in this field are complex. The production of paper, cardboard and pulp requires many machines, a lot of water and certain chemicals. Plant operators […]

- Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Chesterton EPS for pulp and paper machine

Chesterton® Polymer Seals for Increasing the Efficiency of Paper Machines – the Performance Lies in the Detail

The pulp and paper industry uses complex paper machines that run 24/7. As in every industry, efficiency is also the key word for this sector. The goal is to achieve a high level of reliability for machine components and significantly reduce downtime for equipment repairs. With the suitable polymer seals for the various machine components, […]

- Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Paper machines can be equipped with Chesterton Connect Equipment Monitoring.

Pulp and Paper Industry: Optimizing Pump Performance with Chesterton® IIoT Technology

In the pulp and paper industry, advanced process pumps are crucial for transporting suspensions at high consistencies, speeds, and pressures continuously. Ensuring these pumps operate smoothly is vital to avoid costly downtime due to unexpected technical failures. 24/7 Remote Monitoring for Enhanced Performance What if the pumps could be monitored remotely 24/7? What if key […]

- Thursday, July 18, 2024

Chesterton Mechanical Seals are suitable for complex parameters in Water and Wastewater Industry.

Chesterton® Mechanical Seals: Indispensable in the Water and Wastewater Sector

The water and wastewater industry is grappling with numerous challenges. Rising energy and maintenance costs, stringent environmental regulations, and aging infrastructure demand specific attention and solutions. Pumps, mixers, and agitators in water and wastewater treatment facilities must operate continuously. The constant use and long service life of these machines place significant stress on all components. […]

- Thursday, June 13, 2024

IIOT Technologie from Chesterton for wastewater sector

The Chesterton Connect IIoT Solution Significantly Increases the Reliability of Pumps and Rotating Equipment

Whether drinking water, raw water, process water or wastewater – municipal and industrial applications involve the transport, distribution and treatment of water. Various types of pumps are used for pumping and transferring water and sewage sludge. The aim of all plant operators is to ensure that the pumps and rotating machinery function smoothly and reliably […]

- Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Chesterton Mechanical Packing can be used in various industries, including Wastewater treatment

Boosting Pump Performance and Increasing Pump Availability Using Chesterton® DualPac® 2212 Packing

There are numerous pumps in waterworks or sewage treatment plants in all industrial sectors. Pumps are involved wherever drinking water, process water and wastewater need to be moved; many of these pumps run continuously. No municipal or industrial water treatment plant can afford frequent, time-consuming pump shut-downs. Chesterton offers packing solutions for rotating equipment in […]

- Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Chesterton Products are suitable for many applications in WWT Industry

The Important Contribution of Lubricants in the Water and Wastewater Industry

In the world of the water and wastewater industry, lubricants are a critical and essential component for the smooth operation of mechanical equipment. These often overlooked oils and greases play a crucial role in the reliability and efficiency of mechanical components in water and wastewater treatment plants. It is important to recognize that not all […]

- Friday, May 24, 2024

Waste Water Treatment plant need protective coatings

Chesterton Coatings: Efficiency and Asset Protection in Wastewater Treatment Plants

Concrete structures and steel structures in sewage treatment plants are constantly exposed to demanding environments. The process causes major damage to metal and concrete substrates. Plant owners who want to work efficiently need protective coatings and corrosion protection that are adapted to their requirements. Equipment used in treatment plants such as tanks, pipes, pumps etc. […]

- Thursday, May 23, 2024

Sealing Solutions for Hydropower Equipment – Boost Turbine Dependability and Reduce Downstream Pollution

For many years, Chesterton has offered hydropower facilities cost-effective hydraulic and pneumatic sealing solutions that ensure leak-free sealing and increased turbine efficiency. Worldwide, OEMs, operators, and refurbishment businesses rely on our incredibly dependable and high-quality products. In your cylinders, using a combination of high-performance seals and Chesterton-exclusive materials can significantly reduce total equipment costs, increase […]

- Friday, March 1, 2024

Increased Performance and Reliability in Hydropower Plants with Chesterton Mechanical Seals

The hydropower industry faces the constant challenge of making its systems more efficient while maximizing the service life of components. In this quest for maximum performance and longevity, selecting the right sealing technology plays a crucial role. This article highlights the compelling benefits of Chesterton mechanical seals in hydropower plants and shows how this innovative […]

- Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Optimization of Hydropower Plants with Chesterton Coatings: A sustainable Solution for higher Efficiency and longer Service Life

Many cubic meters of water shoot through the pipes, turbines and filters of a hydropower plant every second. Although these components are very durable and specially designed for constant contact with water, corrosion damage is inevitable over time. As hydropower plants are not usually shut down completely, systems and equipment need to be overhauled gradually […]

- Monday, February 26, 2024

Streamlining Slurry Pump Maintenance with Innovative Sealing Solutions

Slurry pumps are integral to many mining operations, but their maintenance, particularly the replacement of seals, can be challenging. The abrasive nature of slurries can wear down packing or clog mechanical seal components, reducing seal life to mere weeks or even days. With downtime proving costly, choosing an efficient and easily replaceable sealing solution is […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Navigating Slurry Applications in Mining with Chesterton’s robust 170 Mechanical Seal Series

Mining operations often involve working with media containing slurry particles, which can be challenging due to the harsh and abrasive nature of these mixtures. Understanding the various types of slurries and their characteristics is essential when choosing sealing solutions. Understanding Slurries in Mining Slurries in mining can be broadly categorized based on their settling characteristics. […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Unleashing the Power of Proper Lubrication in the Mining Industry

The Mining Industry: A Gritty Challenge The mining industry is a vital economic sector, driving growth and development globally. However, it is also an environment where equipment reliability is constantly tested by harsh conditions. One of the most persistent challenges in this sector is the maintenance of electric motor bearings—a crucial component in the machinery […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Polymer Sealing Solutions for the Mining and Ore Processing Industry

In the mining business, your operation must meet critical demands and anticipate the unexpected every day to help reduce the costs of downtime. Challenging environments and destructive loads take their toll on your equipment. Chesterton’s industry-proven hydraulic sealing solutions provide maximum value by extending the hours of operation between maintenance intervals of your equipment and […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Harness the Power of Predictive Maintenance with Chesterton Connect – Elevate Your Mining Operations to Unparalleled Efficiency

Welcome to the future of mining equipment management. Chesterton Connect is a state-of-the-art tool that provides 24/7 monitoring of your machinery, regardless of the harsh conditions these machines operate under. It detects and alerts you to potential problems before they cause costly downtime or damage, making it an indispensable component in your predictive maintenance toolkit. […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

How Ceramic Reinforced Coatings are Impacting the Maintenance Practices of the global Mining and Ore Processing Industry

It is well known that all mining operations have one main issue that not only affects the plant´s operation but most importantly the bottom line, and this is abrasion. From the moment that the mineral ore begins to be moved by some method to the processing plant, to where the end product is handled there […]

- Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Chesterton’s Proguard 169 Plus – High-quality Polyurethane Topcoat for long term Surface Protection

For aggressive atmospheric conditions, Chesterton provides a premium topcoat with excellent corrosion protection properties. Proguard 169 Plus, from our Ceramic Polymer product line, is a 2K polyester-reinforced polyurethane topcoat with excellent color retention, UV stability and mechanical strength. The product is designed as a topcoat for steel structures, tanks, pipelines, bridges and offshore installations. It […]

- Friday, August 11, 2023

The ‘New Standard’ for general duty cartridge seals – Chesterton 1510

Simple Installation and Increased Reliability Plant-wide in General Duty Applications Chesterton, a global leader in equipment sealing and reliability, has released its newest mechanical seal product – The 1510 General Duty Single Cartridge Seal.Accompanying the recently released 1810/2810 high performance seals, this seal represents another foundational component for Chesterton’s cartridge seal portfolio and future mechanicalseal […]

- Sunday, September 18, 2022

Chesterton invests in a modern plasma cleaning system – for LABS compliant and technically clean seals!

The demands placed on technical components are constantly increasing. Especially for the automotive industry and its suppliers, LABS-compliant sealing systems are an important quality feature to avoid visible defects in the final product. Chesterton International GmbH supplies LABS-compliant polymer and elastomer seals; individually manufactured according to customised and application-specific requirements. LABS is an acronym for […]

- Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Utilisation de revêtements à haute température dans l'industrie pétrolière et gazière

Use of high temperature coatings in the oil and gas industry

The oil and gas industry has long been at the forefront of the adoption of high temperature coatings to prevent internal corrosion of process vessels and other equipment operating at above ambient temperatures. Highly corrosive conditions The most obvious reason for the industry’s advancement in coatings is the corrosive conditions that prevail at so many […]

- Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Le systeme de capteurs à sécurité intrinsèque Chesterton Connect™ (IS), la dernière version de la gamme de produits de surveillance sans fil IoT de Chesterton

The Chesterton Connect™ intrinsically safe (IS) sensor system monitors the performance of industrial equipment and mechanical seals in hazardous areas

The Chesterton Connect™ Intrinsically Safe (IS) sensor system, the latest version of Chesterton’s range of wireless IoT monitoring products, is certified for use on equipment and structures in most hazardous environments facing high pressures, high temperatures and flammable liquids. Chesterton Connect IS meets NEC/ATEX levels for Category 1 gas and dust Class 1/Division 1 (gas, steam […]

- Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Surveille, analyse et compare les performances de votre équipement ou que vous soyez

Chesterton Connect Cloud

First visit? Create your account here Cloud presentation for Chesterton Connect Monitor, analyse and compare the performance of your equipment wherever you are Chesterton Connect is a simple to install, app-enabled device that provides 24/7 monitoring of equipment conditions, including temperature, process pressure, equipment vibration and surface temperature. The Cloud gives you insight into the […]

- Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Biodégradable 650 AML prolonge la durée de vie de l'équipement en Réduisant considérablement l'usure.

Chesterton 650 AML Advanced Machinery Lubricant is environmentally friendly and can withstand high loads and extreme pressures

Biodegradable 650 AML extends the life of the equipment by significantly reducing wear. Chesterton is pleased to announce a unique lubricant called 650 AML. A superior machine lubricant for chains, tyres and other machine assemblies in the industrial and food markets. This oil is formulated with a unique blend of food grade vegetable esters, making […]

- Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Equipements Rotatifs : La surveillance des vibrations est-elle vraiment suffisante pour éviter les pannes des pompes ?

Rotating equipment: Is vibration monitoring really enough to prevent pump failures?

Vibration and surface temperature measurements are the most common methods of monitoring the condition of pumps and other rotating equipment. However, vibration and surface temperature measurements of the pump motor or bearing housing provide only half the story. What are the main causes of vibration in pumps? There are many sources of vibration in pumps. The most […]

- Friday, April 16, 2021

tresses pour les pompes à eau, pompes à papier, boues, agitateurs, mélangeurs, demandez une demonstration

A new sealing braid for pumps and other rotating equipment

Chesterton has launched its revolutionary new DualPac® 2212 pump seal. Dualpac® is a unique braiding technology invented and patented by Chesterton that allows the braid manufacturer, for the first time in history, to give the dynamic side of the braid the ideal properties for a dynamic seal, and the static side of the braid the […]

- Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Chesterton 783(E) ACR – Corrosion resistant mounting paste: enhanced reliability through high performance anti-seize

During a maintenance shutdown at a major refinery site, the teams encountered numerous problems when dismantling the bolts. After various tests carried out by the refinery’s teams, the anti-seize and corrosion-resistant 783(E) ACR assembly paste is now recommended and applied to the bolts to make assembly and, above all, disassembly of the equipment easier and […]

- Friday, March 5, 2021

Pulverisation Airless pour les produits revêtements ARC

Single-Component airless ARC with heated hose

This video shows how to set up a single-component airless pump with a heated fluid hose, allowing this method to be used to easily spray multiple ARC products. Read more: ARC S2(E) ARC SD4i ARC S4+ ARC S1PW More on the video

- Tuesday, December 8, 2020

775 Moisture Shield

Every day, corrosion and moisture cause damage. To solve these problems, protective products are usually applied. Ideally, these products should: Moisture and water protection Protect against moisture and water Provide corrosion protection Protecting electrical equipment Chesterton is pleased to introduce the 775 Moisture Shield – a state-of-the-art technology for corrosion and moisture protection. More on […]

- Friday, September 18, 2020

Opening of a new Mechanical Seals production centre in Europe

A new production site for a wide range of sealing solutions A necessary investment for future business development A.W. Chesterton opens a new production centre in Germany. It is located in Ismaning near Munich. This new centre will offer our customers and partners better service and will spearhead business development in Europe. Service Excellence State […]

- Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Interview with Volkert Wanner, Director of the production site in Germany

Interview with Volkert Wanner, Head of the production site in Germany, conducted by Vitaly Igonin, Marketing Coordinator for Europe, Middle East and Africa Vitaly Igonin (VI): Hello Volkert, you invited us to come and see the new Mechanical Seals Production Centre in Ismaning near Munich. We would like to ask you some questions about this […]

- Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Système de surveillance pour les pompes, Capteur de surveillance

Chesterton Connect™ – Installation video tips and tricks

Chesterton Connect is an easy-to-use data acquisition tool that allows you to safely and conveniently monitor the operating conditions of your processes and equipment. Easy to install, the unit and application allow the user to increase the uptime of rotating equipment. This video#1 offers some useful tips when installing a Chesterton Connect unit on a […]

- Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Tresse d’étanchéité de pompe pour les liquides chargés et abrasifs

Chesterton DualPac™ Video

Braids have different requirements and their materials are selected to meet these requirements. These materials all have advantages and disadvantages. In standard rotary equipment braids, these disadvantages must be taken for granted. Chesterton DualPac™ is an innovative and patented compression braid design that combines the best properties of different materials so that their beneficial properties […]

- Friday, July 17, 2020