Bearing isolators are a more recent development in seal technology, a protective measure to replace traditional seals on bearings within rotating equipment. As higher performing equipment was needed to survive…
A screw conveyor moving gypsum experienced heavy leakage with severe housekeeping issues. Product waste plagued the plant. The gypsum producer installed an air seal. The result was zero leakage and…
Image courtesy of Pumps & Systems via “SEPCO CEO Chris Wilder on Industry Trends, Hopes for 2022 & More” SEPCO’s CEO Chris Wilder recently answered some questions from Pumps &…
It’s no secret that compression packing is ideal for many process applications. However, it may not be a favorite tool among plant teams . Why Don’t Professionals Like Working with…
The Tip of the Week newsletter from Seal Connect was first launched in April 2020 and continued through 2021 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. We enjoyed it so much that we’re…
Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2022 with another pulp and paper industry news roundup from January. Some of these stories include: an record set in the U.S. for containerboard…
In an effort to contribute to the spread of knowledge and advancement of industry, we’ve rounded up our top 10 fluid sealing and reliability articles published by trade magazines throughout…
A drywall facility had a problem with gypsum leakage from a screw conveyor. Gypsum, a soft mineral used in fertilizer, drywall, plaster, and blackboard or sidewalk chalk. Gypsum causes a…
The SEPCO team mourns the loss of Garry “Boss” Dodson who passed away on November 24, 2021. Garry left behind his amazing wife, Pamela Roberson Dodson, and his loving family….
What is the difference between coaching and mentoring? Why are they important, especially during the reliability journey? What are some of the benefits? Should I seek coaching and/or mentoring? These…
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