Throughout this course, attendees will develop a comprehensive technical and practical comprehension of mechanical seals. The curriculum examines the design characteristics and practical implications of various sealing systems commonly used in modern applications. Participants will also learn how to effectively communicate with vendors to gather crucial information and gain insights into the limitations of specific products. By the end of the course, participants will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions and appreciate the intricacies of mechanical seals in practical settings.

Course Objectives:

At the end of this course participants will be able to:

Demonstrate a sound understanding of the fundamentals of seal selection
Understand environmental considerations related to seals
Troubleshoot seals
Maximize mechanical seal life
Classify various seals, including special seal types (dry gas seals)
Explain considerations related to the materials used in seal construction

Who Should Attend?

Mechanical Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians
Design Engineers, Senior Design Draftsmen, Draftsmen.
Hydraulics Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians
Machinery Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians
Plant Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians
Maintenance Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians
Materials Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen & Technicians

Course Outlines:

Pump Sealing
Gland Packing

Stuffing Box Characteristics, Configurations, 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, Seal Design, Nomenclature
Seal Balance
Mechanical Seal Configurations, Double Mechanical Seals
Fluid Characteristics and Seal Applications
Auxiliary Mechanical Seal Systems, Flush Fluid, Temperature Control, Cleaning Devices, Barrier Fluid Systems.
Materials of Construction.
Mechanical Seal Troubleshooting, Failure Modes and Failure Analysis, Bellows Symptoms.
The Effect of Vibrations on Mechanical Seal Performance, Sources of Vibrations
Mechanical Seal Arrangements
Mechanical Seal Selection
Installation and Reliable Seal Operation
Safety Features, Seal-less Pumps
Seals Vs Packing

Balancing:

Balancing requirements Inside and Out
Inside Seal Balancing
Outside Seal Balancing
Double Seals
Lip Seals
Sealing Liquid
Flushing and Flow rates
Circulating Ring Seal for Seal Cooling
Thermal Aspects of mechanical seals
Case studies and Group Exercises
Group discussions
Course Summary

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