Mechanical Seals (A9801)

This comprehensive interactive multimedia-training program consists of one lesson that trains participants to work effectively with mechanical seals.

Prerequisites

This lesson is designed for participants familiar with the basic operation and maintenance of pumps and other rotating equipment.

Description

This lesson covers the features, operation, and applications associated with three common analysis and identification, seal removal, disassembly, reassembly, and installation.

Objectives

Identify the basic components of a mechanical seal. Identify sealing points and applications in which packing is installed to control process leakage as well as the types of materials commonly used to make seal faces and elastomers. Select the appropriate seal design for a specific type of application. Verify the compatibility of seal materials with the process fluids for a particular application. Perform a failure analysis to determine the cause of seal failure and to identify the means to correct the problem. Remove and disassemble a failed mechanical seal. Remove and replace the o-rings on a mechanical seal. Perform the preliminary checks prior to seal installation. Reassemble and install a new or repaired mechanical seal.