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  • Die Hänssler Kunststoff- und Dcihtungstechnik GmbH fertigt Dichtungen für Kunden aus ganz unterschiedlichen Branchen an. Dabei beherrscht sie sowohl Standardabmessungen als auch Sonderanfertigungen

    Since 1986, we have specialised in the manufacture of seals and gaskets for a wide range of applications in mechanical and process engineering. We provide precise solutions that are tailored to your specific installation environment and operating conditions, encompassing standard profiles and customised solutions developed in collaboration with our clients.

    One of our key advantages is that you will be assigned a dedicated contact person. This person will be able to provide technical insights, clarify questions in a structured manner, and ensure that changes to the project are properly tracked. This allows the sealing concept to be adapted to new circumstances in an iterative process without any loss of information.

    Seals and gaskets in standard sizes

    Once the dimensions and profile shape have been determined, we can quickly deliver suitable standard solutions. This is particularly well-suited for spare parts, maintenance, and applications with clearly defined installation spaces. The more precise the specifications, the faster we can select a suitable profile and initiate production or delivery.


    This information is required

    • Seal type: O-ring, scraper, rod seal, etc.
    • Profile type
    • Dimensions: Effective diameter × groove base diameter × groove width

    Additional information

    • Installation conditions (static/dynamic, accessibility)
    • Operating data (fluid, temperature, pressure, motion)
    • Target parameters (service life, permissible leakage, coefficient of friction, wear limits)

    If you provide sketches, photos of the installation site, or information about mating surfaces (material, hardness, surface roughness), we can finalize the selection much more quickly.

    Seals and gaskets according to technical drawings

    You provide the necessary drawings or CAD data, and we will take responsibility for the technical implementation, including the successful completion of reproducible series production. During the process, we verify the geometry, installation conditions, and manufacturability. This includes notes on tolerances, edges, radii, joining/assembly concepts, and potential weak points. Our rigorous quality assurance programme guarantees that the specified characteristics and tolerances are consistently adhered to at every stage of the process.

    In der Hänssler Kunststoff- und Dichtungstechnik GmbH produzieren Elastomer-Zerspanungsexperten Dichtungen nach technischer Zeichnung.

    Custom-made seals and gaskets

    If standard profiles are not able to reliably meet the installation space, mounting surface or functional requirements, we will work with you to develop custom seals that are tailored to your specific needs. The objective is to attain a profile geometry and material combination that functions effectively under real-world conditions, rather than merely on paper.

    In doing so, we always view the seal as a system: the sealing element, mating surface, guidance, lubrication, installation, and operating conditions must all work together. We design the geometry and select materials based on this information, with the aim of ensuring that function, service life and process reliability are all optimised.

    Die Hänssler Kunststoff- und Dichtungstechnik GmbH ist insbesondere spezialisiert auf die Entwicklung und Herstellung von sonderangefertigten Dichtungen. Diese zeichnen sich durch eine außerordentliche Größe, ein einzigartiges Profil oder einen besonderen Werkstoff aus.

    Special Materials

    Should a special material be required, our engineers will work closely with you to select the most appropriate material, ensuring that the seal performs reliably in the medium, during temperature fluctuations, and under dynamic conditions. We meticulously select materials and compounds to ensure chemical compatibility with a wide range of substances, including acids, alkalis, oils, fuels, cleaning and process chemicals. These materials are engineered to withstand thermal cycles and temperature spikes, while maintaining mechanical and tribological stability. Depending on the application, we also take into account approvals such as KTW-BWGL for drinking water or Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004 for food contact.

    In order to ensure the reliability of material recommendations, the following is required:

    • Medium + concentrations (including additives, cleaning media, and alternating media)
    • Temperature and pressure profile (including peaks, cycles, heating/cooling ramps)
    • Motion data including lubrication conditions (stroke, speed, frequency, dry-running portion)
    • Requirements for service life, maintenance, permissible leakage, wear limits
    • Information on mating surfaces (material, hardness, roughness, coating)
    • Assembly/joining concept (installation direction, edges, tools, pre-assembly)

    Large gaskets and seals

    In addition to our standard range of seals and gaskets, we also manufacture extra-large seals and gaskets. These include large-scale seals for gearboxes and generators, sealing elements for large hydraulic cylinders in power generation applications, and dynamic seals in swivel and rotary joints for heavy-duty vehicles and demanding systems.

    Special materials and custom profiles are also available for large dimensions. This is particularly relevant in the following situations:

    • The temperature and or pressure levels are high.
    • The media are aggressive or variable.
    • Installation is challenging due to weight, installation space and insertion conditions.
    • High availability and long service life are required.

    Your personal contact and technical consulting

    Rest assured that when you contact us, you won’t be speaking to a general support operator with no technical expertise, but rather a dedicated contact person who is trained in the specification of sealing solutions. This approach is time-efficient as inquiries are systematically documented, eliminating the need for constant re-initiation.

    When it comes to seals and gaskets, technical consultation is of the essence, given that their function is contingent on various boundary conditions. These include the medium, temperature, pressure, installation space, surfaces, and mounting conditions. Our experts will review these points at the outset, identify typical sources of error (e.g. improper compression, incorrect mating surfaces, unfavourable edges, dry running) and iteratively adapt the sealing concept as changes arise. This approach helps to minimise failures, eliminate unnecessary back-and-forth communication, and expedite the identification of a reliable, operational solution.

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    For custom-made products or more complex issues, your contact person will also coordinate communication with the engineering and production departments.

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    Where can I have gaskets and seals made?

    You can have gaskets and seals custom-made at Hänssler in Mannheim. Hänssler has been manufacturing gaskets and seals for various applications since 1986 and offers standard-sized gaskets and those made to technical drawings. What sets Hänssler apart is that they can also develop custom solutions for you. You can submit an inquiry directly using the contact form.

    What information do I need to have a gasket or seal made?

    To submit an inquiry to Hänssler, you will need the seal type (e.g., O-ring, wiper, rod seal), the profile type, and the dimensions (operating diameter × groove base diameter × groove width). Additionally, information regarding the medium, temperature, pressure, and type of motion is helpful so that Hänssler can verify the design more quickly. Providing sketches or photos of the installation situation further speeds up and improves the process.

    Where can I have gaskets made according to technical drawings?

    Hänssler in Mannheim manufactures seals based on technical drawings or CAD data. Prior to production, Hänssler reviews the geometry, installation conditions, and manufacturability, and provides guidance on tolerances, radii, and assembly concepts. The process extends to reproducible series production with documented quality assurance. You can send drawings and CAD data directly to haenssler@dicht.de.

    Who produces custom seals?

    Hänssler in Mannheim develops and manufactures custom seals when standard profiles do not meet the installation space or operating conditions. Hänssler views the seal as a complete system—the sealing element, mating surface, lubrication, and installation are all coordinated. The service also includes special materials for aggressive media or applications with regulatory requirements such as KTW-BWGL for drinking water or Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004 for food contact. You can inquire about your project directly by calling +49 (0) 621 48480-0.

    Which supplier manufactures large gaskets and seals?

    Hänssler Kunststoff und Dichtungstechnik manufactures large-scale seals, such as those used in hydraulic cylinders, transmissions, generators, and rotary unions for heavy-duty vehicles. Even for large-scale applications, Hänssler can produce custom profiles and use specialty materials—a capability that is particularly important when dealing with high pressures, aggressive media, or challenging installation conditions.

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