Metals

Sealing Solutions Built for the Metals Industry

Our advanced coatings resist abrasion and corrosion, and specialty lubricants protect bearings under heavy loads and high heat. Experienced technicians provide on-site support, plant surveys, and customized maintenance plans to boost reliability and lower costs. We also offer tailored training on product selection, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, either on-site or at certified facilities.

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Built for Durability. Engineered for Performance. Designed to Withstand Harsh Conditions.

In metals processing, equipment endures extreme heat, abrasion, and nonstop use. Downtime and failures disrupt production and raise costs. Reliable seals are crucial to protect assets and keep operations running. Progressive Sealing offers trusted sealing and maintenance solutions that reduce leaks, prevent corrosion, and extend equipment life for safer, more efficient plants.

Maximizing uptime, reducing maintenance costs, and extending equipment life are essential in metals processing.

Our practical, results-driven sealing solutions are built to handle these demands. With the right partner by your side, your equipment stays reliable—and your operation runs stronger.

  • Sealing Solutions for Cylinders, Valves, Pipelines, and More

    Equipment in metals processing operates under extreme pressure, heat, and load. From balancing cylinders to pinch rolls, actuators, and pipelines, sealing systems must deliver consistent performance in demanding conditions. Durable, high-performance seals help extend equipment life, reduce maintenance, and support long-term reliability and cost control.

    Mechanical Seal Solutions: 1810, 2810, S10, S20, 170, 442, 442C

    Polymer Seal Solutions: 11K, 27K, 9K, 22K, 21K, 18K, 19K, 30K, Rotary Matrix Seal, PLS, SPLS

  • Chesterton Connect™ System
    Optimized Condition Monitoring for Pumps

    Chesterton offers solutions to monitor an entire pump system. The Chesterton Connect System helps identify potential issues before they lead to failure. The system meticulously and continuously monitors pumps, enabling automatic and scalable 24/7 monitoring to improve pump reliability, extend equipment life, and maintain a safer work environment.

  • Asset Protection for High-Wear Equipment and Structures
    Metals processing environments are tough on equipment. Screws, chutes, tanks, screens, decks, and structural components are all exposed to abrasion, impact, and corrosion. Our high-performance ARC coatings deliver long-lasting protection to extend service life, reduce maintenance, and keep your operations running reliably.

    Solutions: ARC 858, ARC S2, ARC SD4i, ARC I BX1, ARC MX1, ARC BX5, ARC EG-1, ARC 791, ARC CS4

  • Specialty Lubricants for Demanding Applications
    From bearings in motors and hoists to fans, conveyors, and crushers, Chesterton lubricants are engineered to perform in the toughest conditions—resisting load, vibration, water, chemical vapors, and corrosion.

    Quiet Bearing Technology (QBT™)
    Chesterton’s QBT™ lubricants offer superior washout resistance, corrosion protection, and extreme pressure performance to reduce bearing failure and boost equipment reliability.

    Performance Engineered Greases: 615 HTG #1, 615 HTG #2, 615 HTG 460 #2, 635 SXC, 638 EMG 100, 638 EMG 46

    Performance Engineered Oils: 601, 650 AML, 720 CCG

    Lubri-Cup™ EM Series - Electro Mechanical Automatic Grease Dispensers: 
    EM, EM-S, EM-SP, EM-VS, EM-PLC

    Specialty Maintenance Products: 783, 800, 860

  • Services That Reduce Total Cost of Ownership
    Chesterton’s expert team provides in-field consultation to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and performance. Using proven technologies and best practices, we help identify cost-saving opportunities and build tailored action plans to reduce water and energy use while extending asset life.

    Service Offerings:

    • Plant Surveys

    • EIN & Reporting

    • Water & Energy Usage Analysis

    • Cost Reduction Strategies

    • Financial Impact Assessments

    • On-site Training

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  • Customized Training for Better Performance

    Get hands-on, practical training tailored to your plant’s specific equipment and needs. Chesterton offers both on-site instruction and sessions at our certified facilities—covering the latest technologies and best practices.

    Topics Include:

    • Product Selection

    • Installation

    • Maintenance Techniques

    • Troubleshooting

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