ESA Chair Ozan Devlen reflects on how AI and automation are transforming the sealing field and calls for the European sealing industry to lead this shift with intent and collaboration.

ESA’s Technical Director Ralf Vogel reports on the past and ongoing projects and activities of the separate divisions within the ESA.

Since their last update, the Fluid Sealing Association (FSA) has continued to build momentum in key areas, with significant developments in educational programs, advocacy efforts, and member engagement.

ESA member Flexitallic, a global leader in industrial sealing solutions, has unveiled Flexlogics™, a next-generation, cloud-based platform designed to digitise and streamline every aspect of bolted joint integrity management.

For International Women in Engineering Day, World Pumps published a feature highlighting the voices of female engineers. Among those interviewed was Francesca Torriani, Chair of the ESA’s Flange Gaskets Division.

Not every lead requires the same level of follow-up. A clear and consistent approach can help teams focus on the most relevant inquiries and use their time more effectively.

We're pleased to welcome Lapinus back to the ESA community. Key Account Manager Roel Hebben shares the company's journey, innovations in mineral fibre technology, and what rejoining the ESA means to them.

This year’s AGM brought ESA members together in Slovenia for three days of discussion, strategy, and inspiration. Here’s a look at the key moments and announcements from Ljubljana. 

With PFAS remaining high on the regulatory agenda, this update covers the latest developments from the ECHA and recent movements in France, Canada, and the US.

The ESA participated at the Gasket & Seals Show 2025 in Amsterdam, a growing platform for collaboration, innovation, and regulatory dialogue in our industry.

ESA’s Plastics Reduction Initiative is progressing with trials of biodegradable gasket spacers and the search for sustainable alternatives to LDPE stretch film. Latest developments, member feedback, and next steps.

ESA's ESG Director Sandy Van den Broeck was featured in the April 2025 issue of Valve World, where he shared thoughts on the complex regulatory landscape surrounding PFAS and what a possible ban could mean for the sealing industry.