Contents
News
Innovative gas seal technology significantly reduces methane emissions 1
Composite possesses excellent dry running characteristics 2
Hermetically sealed control valve is designed for ultra-clean applications 2
Epoxy adhesive tackles structural bonding involving large surface areas 2
FKM meets challenges in the food and pharmaceutical sector 3
Aseptic mixproof valve reduces total cost of ownership for food and beverage manufacturers 14

Company News
Sonardyne acquires maritime and marine science specialist CTG 3
EagleBurgmann appoints Dr Kai Ziegler has its CTO 3
Lanxess extends collaboration with University of Massachusetts Amherst 4
Henkel builds global innovation centre for adhesive technologies 4

News Focus
UK Hyperloop team trials rely on James Walker’s sealing expertise 5

Technology Focus
Thin-film conversion coatings reduce process times and costs 6
Modular mechanical single seal offers the safety of a double seal 7
Plastic pipe seals developed for aluminium structures 8

Recently Published Papers 9
Regulars
In Brief 3 & 4
Patents 11
Events Calendar 14