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Compression packing is a common sealing technology used to prevent leakage in pumps and valves. Stuffing box reliability depends on proper packing selection, installation, operation, and maintenance. According to a recent article on PlantServices.com by Chuck Tanner, following several best practices can help you increase the life and effectiveness of your compression packing. Adhering to … Continue reading "5 Steps for Achieving Stuffing Box Reliability"

Coronovirus (COVID-19) is sweeping the globe, and the Pumps industry is not immune to its effects and the growing fear surrounding its spread.

We've collected some of this month's top stories for the pulp and paper industry to help you stay on top of breaking news, new products, and best practices.

SEPCO is scheduled to exhibit and lead presentation at this year’s Maintenance and Reliability Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Fluid Sealing School SEPCO recently hosted 20 distributors for its annual Fluid Sealing School (November 19 – 21, 2019). They learned about pump systems, rotating equipment and methods to seal these difficult-to-seal machines. “We were happy to have such an excellent group of professionals at this training event,” said SEPCO CEO Chris Wilder. “In addition to … Continue reading "Recent Trade Magazine Q&A Discusses Fluid Sealing School"

Successful product containment and protection only occurs if the ideal sealing technology is chosen. Otherwise, equipment downtime, product waste and housekeeping/slip risks will be some of the problems encountered. A recent article in Processing Magazine recently discussed sealing rotating assets and other equipment in the food and beverage industry. It detailed why special consideration is required, specifically … Continue reading "Effective sealing technology makes for a safer food and beverage industry"

A conversation about maintaining rotating equipment with Joe Anderson, Partner and COO of ReliabilityX.

According to a recent trend report by Wakefield Research, as the global demand for more sustainably designed and energy-efficient buildings rises, energy costs and government regulations on energy consumption experienced a correlating increase. To achieve this vision of a greener infrastructure, the buildings involved will require updated, more efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. … Continue reading "Top HVAC Industry Trends to Expect in 2020"

We’re excited to announce the release of a brand-new, completely interactive infographic on Pump System Sealing on our knowledge center, Seal Connect. This on joins our two other infographics on the steps to take to ensure optimal packing performance and how to decrease oil changes. Click this infographic link to find all our infographics. How … Continue reading "Don’t Miss Our New Interactive Infographic on Pump System Sealing!"

Three factors determine the reliability of an end-face mechanical seal – application, installation, and operation. But according to a recent article by Pumps & Systems magazine, one factor stands out as a main culprit of premature seal failure — mechanical seal application. According to article’s author, Tommy Seales — the mechanical seal division manager for … Continue reading "Expert Discusses Mechanical Seal Reliability in Recent Article"