There were record breaking low temperatures, along with broken water lines, sleet and freezing rain in New Orleans for the 2018 annual conference of the Air Operated Valve Users’ Group […]
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Machine vision metrology for Kalsi-brand rotary seals
In our ongoing effort to continually improve our processes, Kalsi Engineering has invested in a new non-contacting automated machine vision measurement system. This new high-precision inspection machine will be used […]
Daniel Alvarez participates in Costa Rica medical mission
When Kalsi Engineering Vice President Daniel Alvarez transitioned to part-time employment on March 17, 2017 after 37 years of service, one of his goals was to have more time for […]
RCD Seals in excellent condition after 200 hours at 100 rpm and 2,300 psi
Introduction Although testing RCD seals is an expensive proposition, we test various seal designs across a range of operating conditions and hardware configurations. This allows us to confirm the performance […]
We presented four new papers at the ASME/NRC Pump and Valve Symposium
Kalsi Engineering, Inc. attended the 13th ASME/NRC Pump and Valve Symposium the week of July 17, 2017 in Silver Spring, Maryland. The following papers were presented at this conference by Kalsi Engineering. […]
Announcing a new revision of the Kalsi Seals Handbook™
Retrospective The newest revision of our rotary seal handbook was posted to our website on June 25, 2017. We thought this occasion would be a good time to look […]
A 200-hour test of 10-1/2” RCD Seals at 100 rpm and 2,300 psi
Introduction We test our RCD seals in a variety of conditions, to ensure that our customers can meet their goals for the dynamic pressure rating test established by API Specification […]
A new rotary seal with bi-directional pressure and rotation capability
Overview Kalsi Engineering has developed a hydrodynamically lubricated rotary seal that can operate with up to 1,000 psi (6.89 MPa) differential pressure acting from either side of the seal. This […]
Isken Ward, Chief Administrative Officer of Kalsi Engineering
A familiar face has reappeared at Kalsi Engineering, Inc. (KEI). Dr. Kalsi’s daughter, Isken Ward, returned to KEI™ in 2014, and is presently serving as Chief Administrative Officer. Her […]
Testing high pressure RCD seals at 2,300 psi with large extrusion gaps
Introduction To help our customers meet their high pressure rotary control device (RCD) goals, we have performed characterization testing of our 10.50” (266.7mm) PN 682-20-318 Plastic Lined™ RCD seals. The […]
