Garlock Klozure®
Model 23 Split Seal

How Can Better Sealing Technology Increase Your Uptime?

That was the question answered by Extending Equipment Life through Improved Sealing Technology, a white paper that was written by David C. Roberts, applications engineer for Garlock Klozure, and presented at the December Power-Gen International show.

David explains that a bearing system is at the heart of most power generation equipment and when that system fails, you’re faced with costly equipment rebuilds and downtime. He examines the primary cause of bearing failure: seal failure and talks about the principles of sealing technology and common sealing methods. He also considers Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) as they relate to sealing improvements – and he reveals several new innovations that address both of these concerns.

To access the full white paper, just click here.

Garlock Style 1303-FEP Tested to API 622 Fugitive Emissions Standard

Garlock Style 1303-FEP valve stem packing has been tested for compliance with the newly adopted API 622 Fugitive Emissions Standard. Measured leakage confirmed the packing meets the requirements of the most stringent U.S. state air quality laws and consent decrees. The new API 622 standard reflects the unique operating environment in today’s hydrocarbon processing facilities.

Using methane as the medium, the test subjected the packing to three thermal cycles, simulating the real-world challenge of processing different grades of crude oil through the same equipment. Refineries can obtain engineered set performance from this fire-safe, spooled braided packing without the time and expense of having to measure the valves.

Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Programs Can be Costly -
But are They Effective?

To control fugitive emissions in process plants, it’s essential to find and repair leaking components – so says “Looking for Leaks,” an article by Jeffrey H. Siegell , Ph.D. in the January 8, 2008 issue of in Pollution Engineering magazine.

Annual costs to conduct leak detection and repair (LDAR) programs at large U.S. facilities can exceed $1 million. Because of the complexity of the methods and interpretations of requirements, there are many publications on the correct application procedures – but there is disagreement on the proper techniques to use for monitoring. The current procedures are cumbersome and are not an effective use of resources.

Look for Garlock in these Industry Venues

Garlock Sealing Technologies will have a strong presence at the following industry trade shows during 2008: