Ashton Seals has announced the return of Jon Thornton to the company as special products co-ordinator. Mr Thornton originally joined the company in March 1991 and held a number of positions. For many years he was the lubrication specialist for Ashton Seals and it is to this position that Mr Thornton is returning. In addition, he will take responsibility for VR, Anti-Vibrational Dampers, Oil Seals and Shaft Seals and his primary function will be to service existing customers and generate new opportunities in each of these key areas.