On February 4, 2025, Sandy Van den Broeck, ESG Director at ESA, and a number of key stakeholders gathered at the Plastics Europe office for the Fluoropolymers Downstream User Meeting.

Our latest website and LinkedIn analytics reveal interesting insights into how members and visitors engage with our content. Here are the main findings from last month.

Flexitallic, a global leader in industrial sealing solutions, has announced the winners of its second annual Solved! Awards in Paris, celebrating team members whose technical expertise and innovative problem-solving have had a significant impact on clients worldwide.

Flexitallic has announced a strategic collaboration with Finland-based TT Gaskets to drive business growth in the New Energy sector across the Nordic and Baltic regions.

Kastaş Sealing Technologies is introducing SmartSeal Material Solutions, a new initiative focused on producing high-quality polymer semi-finished products, including PTFE, polyurethane, and composite materials.

With the increasing importance of technical cleanliness, efforts are growing to prevent particle contamination in components or assemblies. OVE Plasmatec, a service provider in the field of elastomer surface finishing, is facing up to these challenges.

In recent years, VED Srl, through its Business Unit GPE (Gasket Production Engineering), has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from a manufacturer of industrial gaskets to a provider of engineered solutions for the industry.

As the AGM 2025 approaches, ESA members have the opportunity to step forward and take on active roles within the organization. Members can volunteer to become Vice Chair of a Division, while two positions will open on the Executive Committee.

CRM systems can significantly improve business processes, but common mistakes often limit their potential. Recognising these pitfalls and implementing appropriate practises will help ensure that your CRM investment delivers real benefits.

In his last message of 2024, ESA Chairman John Morton reflects on a a busy and productive year for the ESA.

ECHA continues its sector-by-sector evaluation of the proposed PFAS restriction. Sealing applications have been formally recognised as part of the PFAS restriction process - a significant development for the sealing industry.

As part of our plastic reduction initiative, the ESA is exploring alternatives to plastic spacers for spiral wound gaskets, with promising developments in biodegradable biopolymers derived from organic waste.