Sealing Sense
Fluid Sealing Association has more than 230 files on mechanical seals and more
One wrong pick could be fatal.
One wrong pick could be fatal.
Learn how different metals react, and how corrosion inhibitors can help avoid downtime.
The Fluid Sealing Association (FSA)’s technical director, Henri Azibert, has retired after leading a long career serving the fluid sealing industry.
Strong oxidizers can damage metal, causing pitting or rust and creating possible safety concerns.
A flexible choice can adapt to permanent misalignment, preventing future damage.
Understand implications involved with using gas film seals in this application.
Size will have a major impact on all essential parameters.
Coffee also discusses need for training, optimism for coming year and more.
Methods for pressurized seal systems
Several new sections have been added.
Problematic tasks can require improved performance in extreme operating conditions.
Plus the Top 4 anomalies to look for when performing a field inspection.
Rigorous temperature, pressure and exposure conditions must be met.
Predictive maintenance programs can increase the longevity of wear parts.
Evaluate properties of rubber during installation & seal life.
Over-tightening, excessive speed and improper installation can cause a system to falter.
Learn how K factor affects this choice.
Flexible graphite and PTFE are commonly used in cryogenic sealing.