Business Details
37 Years
experience
Advanced Marine Seals & Engineering Solutions
Mide Technology, founded in 1989, is a Hutchinson Company dedicated to delivering innovative smart systems that drive sustainable progress across multiple markets. Our expertise in advanced materials, IoT, and data-driven solutions empowers customers to achieve greater efficiency, reliability, and environmental responsibility. With a focus on excellence, agility, and team development, we serve as a trusted partner for high-performance engineering needs. Our patented HydroActive seal technology, developed for the US Navy, exemplifies our commitment to solving complex challenges. We leverage a systems approach and customer-centric philosophy to conceptualize, design, and deliver tailored intelligent systems. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management ensures precision in low- to medium-volume manufacturing. Backed by over 20 U.S. patents, our engineering team excels in transitioning innovative technologies to commercial products.We specialize in multi-disciplinary problem-solving, mechanical design, smart material application, and structural dynamics. Our success in retrofit solutions reduces maintenance costs and total ownership expenses for legacy systems. With proven experience in aerospace, defense, and commercial sectors, we maintain partnerships with organizations like NASA, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin. Our Woburn, Massachusetts facility houses advanced prototyping capabilities, including CNC machining and 3D printing. Through rigorous testing and iterative development, we ensure solutions meet the most demanding operational requirements.
Services
Marine Seals
Bulkhead Seals
Stern Tube Seals
Engineering Services
Smart Materials
Data Loggers
Piezo Products
Water Lubricated Seals
HydroActive Seals
Custom Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems ensure precision manufacturing
- Patented HydroActive seal technology eliminates shaft wear in marine environments
- Proven success with US Navy and commercial marine applications
- Expertise in smart material engineering and multi-disciplinary problem-solving
- In-house prototyping with CNC machining and 3D printing capabilities
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 9001:2008
Services
Marine Seals
Our HydroActive marine seals use smart material technology to provide non-contacting shaft sealing solutions for commercial and military vessels. The hydrogel-embedded foam design eliminates wear during normal operation while maintaining watertight integrity during flooding events. These seals reduce maintenance costs by 70% compared to traditional systems through their self-centering design and unlimited shaft speed capability.
Engineering Services
We offer full-cycle engineering services from concept development to productization, specializing in smart material application and multi-disciplinary problem-solving. Our ISO-certified team provides mechanical design, prototyping, and testing for aerospace, defense, and industrial clients. Capabilities include finite element analysis, control system design, and custom manufacturing of high-performance systems.
Bulkhead Seals
Our bulkhead seal solutions include Omni and Reliant series products designed for various vessel requirements. The non-contacting design accommodates shaft deflections up to 50mm while maintaining watertight integrity. Available in retrofit configurations for existing naval vessels, these seals have been shock-qualified to MIL-S-901D standards for military applications.
Smart Materials
We develop smart material applications including piezoelectrics, shape memory alloys, and hydrogels for energy harvesting, sensing, and actuation. Our patented hydrogel activation technology enables self-regulating systems like the HydroActive seal. These materials form the basis for innovative solutions across aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors.
Stern Tube Seals
Our stern tube seals feature water-lubricated mechanical face designs with optional HydroActive backup systems. The innovative materials provide 40% longer service life compared to silicon carbide seals while meeting EPA VGP regulations. Available in split designs for easy installation on both military and commercial vessels.
People
Attila Lengyel
President / Chief Executive Officer
Attila Lengyel leads Mide Technology as President and CEO, driving innovation in smart systems and marine sealing solutions. With over 25 years of engineering leadership experience, he has expanded the company's capabilities in advanced materials and IoT integration. Under his guidance, Mide has secured multiple U.S. patents and developed award-winning technologies for defense and commercial applications.
Questions
What marine sealing solutions does Mide Technology offer?
We provide HydroActive bulkhead seals, stern tube seals, and water-lubricated mechanical face seals for military and commercial vessels using patented smart material technology.
How does HydroActive seal technology work?
Our HydroActive seals use hydrogel-embedded foam that only engages when water is present, eliminating shaft wear during normal operation while maintaining watertight integrity.
What engineering services are available?
We offer multi-disciplinary engineering services including mechanical design, smart material application, structural dynamics analysis, and custom prototyping for aerospace and industrial applications.
Is Mide Technology ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 9001:2008 certifications for our quality management systems.
What industries does Mide serve?
We primarily serve marine defense, commercial shipping, aerospace, and industrial sectors with specialized sealing solutions and engineering services.
