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Sealing ethanol pumps requires careful consideration of the fluid’s properties and the specific requirements of the pumping application. Ethanol is a volatile and flammable liquid, so selecting the right sealing solution is crucial to prevent leakage and ensure safety. Below is a list of some of the ethanol sealing solutions that SEPCO recommends: Mechanical Seals: … Continue reading "Best Practices For Sealing Ethanol Pumps"

The SEPCO Pyrosleeve® or fire sleeves, also known as fire-resistant sleeves or heat-resistant sleeves, are protective coverings made from fire-resistant materials that are designed to provide a range of benefits in various industrial applications.

SEPCO, Inc. has developed various sealing solutions and products, from compression packing to bearing protection to mechanical seals. Today, we spotlight one of our most unique products, the HydraLoad System. The HydraLoad System is a shaft-stabilizing, bearing-grade bushing with a removable lantern ring that improves the reliability of the equipment it protects and the ease … Continue reading "Product Spotlight: SEPCO’s HydraLoad System"

Some tips and best practices can help you extend the lifetime of your mechanical seals. Mechanical seals are vital for rotating equipment that require peak performance, such as pumps, compressors, and any equipment with rotating shafts. These seals have few issues when following a proper inspection and maintenance plan. However, if the equipment and its … Continue reading "Maintenance Tips to Extend the Lifetime of Mechanical Seals"

Bearing Isolators are vital to any system with rotating equipment. They help to ensure system reliability, protect bearings from environmental contaminants, and keep the lubricant in the housing – where it belongs.  However, bearing protection needs to be addressed regarding equipment reliability, despite the importance of housings and isolators. Premature bearing failure and bearing problems … Continue reading "Bearing Isolators Are Key for Overall System Reliability"

Teflon packing is a common and versatile packing style for valves and pumps, due to its high resistance to even harsh chemicals, as well as several other benefits. Teflon or PTFE-coated packing is widely used across many industries as a sealant for valves and pumps. Like all sealants, teflon-coated packing has its advantages and disadvantages … Continue reading "What Are the Benefits and Pitfalls of Teflon Packing?"

Improved ethanol sealing can be a massive benefit to the production process. It can also protect the critical pumps moving products, including waste. Even if a plant team thinks they have the best sealing technology, they could improve the tech or setup. Why Are Ethanol and Other Biofuels Important? Crude oil has a finite supply. … Continue reading "Improved Ethanol Sealing Protects Equipment"

SEPCO’s Mechanical Sealing Systems for Ethanol Production The Ethanol industry has seen recent growth over the past several years, despite experiencing several economic challenges. Because of the need for replacement fuels for the finite crude oil, ethanol and other biofuels have increased in popularity. With the rise in popularity came the need for ethanol mechanical … Continue reading "Ethanol Mechanical Seals"

A wide range of different mechanical seals are available, each with benefits and unique applications. The primary three types are component seals, cartridge units, and single-spring seals. This article will discuss their differences and when they should be applied.  Cartridge Seals Cartridge seals are a completely enclosed system composed of a gland, sleeve, and all … Continue reading "Single Spring Seal vs. Component Seal vs. Cartridge Seal"

SEPCO Product Spotlight: Pyrosleeve® SEPCO has developed fluid sealing solutions for a wide range of applications. In this article, we highlight one of our sealing products for thermal and abrasion management, our Aerospace and Industrial Pyrosleeves. These insulators are our version of a firesleeve, developed for protecting lines, cables, pipes, and hoses in harsh or … Continue reading "Fire Sleeves: Product Spotlight"