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Bearing seals
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Bearing seals

Automotive bearing seals provide optimum protection against dust, moisture and contaminants. They prevent grease leakage, ensuring reliable performance and extended component life. Made from high-performance materials, they reduce friction, extend bearing and help improve the energy efficiency of vehicles. Designed for demanding applications, seals meet the automotive industry's most stringent quality standards.

Main Benefits
  • Low friction to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions

  • Robustness: durability and reliability of bearings

  • Long service life

Key features

Applications

  • Wheel bearing (1st, 2nd, 3rd generations)
  • Clutch release bearings
  • Pulleys

Characteristics

  • Operation in harsh environments: mud, sand, salt…
  • Temperature range: –40 to +150°C (up to +200°C under specific conditions)
  • Low friction forces
  • Compatible with oils and greases used in automotive applications
  • Design Options: cassette seals, multi-lip seals, solutions with integrated magnetic tracks

Strengths

  • Expert in the development and manufacturing of elastomers
  • Build-to-spec or build-to-print
  • Finite elements simulations and validations through functional tests
  • Fully integrated in-house design, production, and validation processes, enabling full customization

Benefits

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Energy efficiency

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Harsh environment protection

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Low friction

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Durability

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Reliable sealing

Industries

Automotive