November 19, 2014
7:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Mission Statement: To bring mechanics and engineers to a comfort level understanding end face mechanical seals, their function, and how to operate, install, and care for them.

Class Outline

Mechanical Seal Basics:

• Basic principles
• Description of seal components
• Balanced vs. unbalanced
• Pusher vs. metal bellows
• Double vs. tandem
• Cartridge vs. component
• Common materials
• Types of seals
• Introduction to selection

Practical Seal Knowledge for Mechanics:

• Equipment checks
• Component pump seal installation
• Cartridge pump seal installation
• Mixer seal installation
• Proper seal installation
• Failure analysis
• Hand-on with seals
• JCI shop tour

Technology Update & Strategies for Increasing MTBF:

• 10 steps for increasing MTBF
• Advantages of taper bore seal housings
• Advantage of upgrading bearing frame seals
• Advantages of synthetic lubricants for bearing frame and double seal buffer fluids
• Overview of the latest in mechanical seal technology

Registration is open.  Please RSVP if you plan to attend in 816-525-3320 or fax 816-525-5881, ATTN: DOnna Schroer.  You must register in order to attend.