A mechanical seal is a device containing fluid within a vessel (typically pumps, mixers, etc.) that seals a pump shaft while allowing it to rotate, preventing leakage. It is primarily utilized to stop any form of leaking within a device. A mechanical seal can consist of many different types of components. Some of these components include a mating ring, collar, bellow, grand plate, and rotating ring. Mechanical seals see a variety of use in pressurized systems. Mechanical seals are often very complicated objects. Most technicians should have training or previous experience using mechanical seals before performing maintenance or working with a mechanical seal.

This three-day mechanical Seals course is an excellent resource for technicians who have little or no experience with mechanical seals. It contains essential information about the function and use of mechanical seals in the modern world.

This course can be modified to meet customer requirements.

COURSE CONTENT:

• Sealing basics
  • Introduction
  • The stuffing box/gland assembly
• Mechanical seals
  • Introduction
• The basic mechanical seal
  • Primary and mating ring materials
  • Sealing points
  • Mechanical seals hardware
  • Mechanical seal glands
• Mechanical seal classification
• Mechanical seal designs/configurations
  • Single-spring or multiple-spring construction
  • Pusher or non-pusher secondary seal design
  • Unbalanced or balanced seals
  • Rotating or stationary flexible element
• Conventional and cartridge seals
• Mechanical seal arrangements
  • Single inside mounted
  • Single outside mounted
• Dual seals
• Unpressurized arrangements
  • Tandem seals
  • Face-to-face seals
• Pressurized arrangement
  • Back-to-back (double) seals
• Secondary containment devices
• Seal flush
• Seal quench / vent / drain
• Basic dry gas seal
• Dry gas seal systems
• Labyrinth seals
• API PLANS
• Assessment