In this workshop, participants will gain a strong technical and practical understanding of mechanical seals through the exploration of design features and implications of many sealing systems in today’s application. Participants will also be taught how to seek out critical details from vendors to understand and appreciate the limitations of the respective projects. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate a sound understanding of the fundamentals of seal selection
• Classify various seals, including special seal types and maximize mechanical and troubleshooting seals
• Explain considerations related to the materials used in seal construction and troubleshooting seals

Content

Field Packing

• Stuffing Box Characteristics, Configuration and Components
• Sealing Action of Packing
• Controlling Box Pressures
• Types of Packing and Selection
• Distribution of Sealing Load
• Stuffing Box Maintenance

Mechanical Seals

• Operating Principles and Fundamentals
• Mechanical Seal Configuration
• Double Mechanical Seals
• Fluid Characteristics and Seal Application
• Auxiliary Mechanical Seal Systems
• Materials of Construction
• Mechanical Seal Arrangements and Selection
• Installation and Reliable Seal Operation
• Seals vs. Packing
• The Effect of Vibrations on Mechanical Seal Performance
• Failure Modes and Failure Analysis
• Mechanical Seal Troubleshooting

Balancing

• Balancing Requirement Inside and Out
• Inside and Outside Balancing
• Flushing and Flow Rates
• Double and Lip Seals
• Circulating Ring Seal for Seal Cooling
• Thermal Aspects of Mechanical Seals
• Sealing Liquid

For Whom: Mechanical Engineers, Designs Engineers, Hydraulics Engineers, Machinery Engineers, Plant Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Material Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen, Technicians, and others who want to know more about mechanical seals.