Seals
Sealing solutions are critical to pumping to prevent leakage and, ultimately, failure. These are especially important in harsh conditions, whether from particulates, extreme temperature, or corrosive or heavily viscous fluid. The selection of the right seal can have as much impact on the system success as pump selection. These articles help with that selection and with the monitoring and maintaining of all types of seals.
Look out for these common pitfalls, and don’t assume that a lubrication leak means a seal failure.
Pumping Prescriptions
Although the traditional application is as a bearing surface, the technology is suitable for a seal face surface in pumps.
Externally pressurized porous gas bearings are being applied in seal applications for rotating equipment.
Lower coupling restoring forces can increase bearing and seal life.
These systems must stand up to extreme pressures, destructive process chemicals and marine environments.
Pumping Prescriptions
Understanding the manufacturing process that produced the equipment, as well as the production and cleaning processes for which the equipment is used, is vital for efficient operation.
Seal upgrade and pump repair in the U.S. midwest boost efficiency and reliability with minimal downtime.
Sealing Sense - Understanding basic compression packing installation steps
A large petrochemical plant increased the service life of its equipment from six months to three years.
