Alfa Laval - Genuine Parts

Genuine Parts [/genuine-parts/] Language English Contact us Contact us Take a closer look . . . Don't go wrong. Buy right. Buy genuine Nowhere can you find a better insurance policy against contamination than in a box of genuine Alfa Laval parts. Take a closer look. Optimal performance and unmatched process expertise goes into every precision-engineered Alfa Laval part. With every box of genuine Alfa Laval parts, you get more uptime and minimize the risk of contamination. With every box, you also avoid the risks of using non-OEM parts. Because when product integrity is at stake, there can be no mistakes. Remember, look for the logo. Buy genuine. Avoid the risks of non-OEM parts After extensive testing of genuine Alfa Laval parts vs. non-OEM parts, consider these documented flaws found in non-OEM pump seals: Low steel grade - lower steel grade found in static face holder RISK: High potential for seizure when seal is being fitted into the pump Wrong silicon carbide - an inferior silicon carbide found in static face inserts RISK : Unwanted chemical reactions and part corrosion can occur Using gasket material for an O-ring - a non-OEM O-ring "re-design" uses PTFE gasket material instead of standard O-ring material RISK : The PTFE gasket material in an O-ring will result in O-ring compression, and eventually cause a leak Incorrectly sized O-ring - a non-OEM manufacturer's O-ring cross-section measured 3.41-3.46 mm below tolerance RISK : The poor O-ring seal can cause excessive leakage Inconsistent coil spring diameter - the coil spring inner diameter was too tight in one or more areas RISK: Excessive spring stress, resulting in leakage Need more details? Read the "Sealing the deal" case story listed below. Ensure your parts are Genuine More and more non-OEM parts have decepti ve packaging, which leads to the uncertainty of knowing whether your process it truly safe from product contamination or product loss with non-OEM parts. The only way to ensure your stocked or installed Alfa Laval original equipment is safe and reliable, is when genuine Alfa Laval parts are in place. Tips to ensure your parts are genuine: Look for the Alfa Laval logo on every bag, box and part Ensure the Alfa Laval name and trademark, with the words "Genuine Parts" are printed on pump seal parts Review the packing list to ensure that part is genuine Inspect the part number printed on each bag or box Non-OEM Case Stories: A pump is only as good as its shaft seal.pdf 2015-07-16 196 kB Baby your equipment - A non-OEM seal failure.pdf 2015-07-16 241 kB Sealing the deal - A Genuine seal lowers risk.pdf 2015-07-16 154 kB Contacts Mark Ream Business Development Manager, Service +1 262 605 2618 mark.ream@alfalaval.com +1 804 545 2163 Follow © 2015 ALFA LAVAL Legal terms and conditions