Founded in 1933, the FLUID SEALING ASSOCIATION® (FSA) is an international trade association. Member companies are involved in the production and marketing of a wide range of fluid sealing devices primarily targeted to the industrial market.
Fluid Sealing Association membership includes a number of companies in Europe and Central and South America, but is most heavily concentrated in North America. Fluid Sealing Association members account for a majority of the manufacturing capacity for fluid sealing and containment devices in the Americas market.
The Fluid Sealing Association is dedicated to advancing the fluid sealing industry by fostering innovation, promoting sustainability, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability. The Association strives to be the leading resource for education, advocacy, and collaboration, empowering members and stakeholders to achieve excellence in fluid sealing solutions for a better tomorrow.
Discover how core sealing technologies keep pumps, valves, and piping systems running safely and efficiently. Watch the FSA video for a quick overview of today’s most important fluid-sealing solutions.
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Explore the intricate journey of raw materials transforming into finished products, where critical processes rely on precise ingredient transfer, efficient mixing, and thermal treatments. At the heart of these systems are pumps, valves, pipes, and sensors, designed to handle flammable or toxic compounds with utmost reliability. However, modern demands for higher efficiency, increased throughput, and stringent environmental compliance create challenges for both equipment and designers. In this video, the Fluid Sealing Association demonstrates how essential sealing components—such as compression packing, mechanical seals, and expansion joints—work together to ensure safe and efficient system operations. Discover how compression packing maintains seals in pumps and valves, how mechanical seals secure fluid containment, and how expansion joints mitigate stress in piping systems, protecting against costly failures. With decades of expertise, the Fluid Sealing Association supports the industry by providing reliable, environmentally friendly solutions. Watch now to gain valuable insights and stay at the forefront of fluid sealing technology.