Print this page Mechanical Seals - Fundamentals
Jurandir Primo, PE
Course Outline
This three-hour online course is an introduction to one of the most important aspects of Mechanical Seals - Fundamentals tailored for all students, beginners, engineers, contractors and professionals interested in Piping and Pumping Systems.
This course includes
a multiple choice quiz at the end,
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course, the student will:
- Understand the main terms used for Mechanical Seals;
- Understand the basic concepts of a Mechanical Seal installation;
- Be able to learn the standard specifications utilized in general process, water piping, refineries and petrochemical installations;
- Understand the parameters and standards used for Mechanical Seals to determine the minimum required design and API plans;
- Understand the common terms used for dimensioning common pipelines and process pumping inside power plants.
- Be able to learn and recognize pumps, agitators, reservoirs, heat, work, force, pressure ratings and other technical terms;
- Know the basic comprehension of the terms used in seal systems and to remember some technical concepts;
- Understand the rules for packing seals and requirements applicable to the design, fabrication, inspection, testing and certification; and
- To know the most common materials used in Mechanical Seals design and fabrication, including specification, grades, pressure and temperature limits.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for students, designers, mechanical engineers and professionals interested or working with Piping and Pumping Systems.
Benefit to Attendees
Attendee of this course will be able to understand, calculate, specify and plan a Mechanical Seal assembly.
Course Introduction
The student will understand the terms, concepts and the basic principles used in dynamic seals system specifications.
Course Content
In this lesson, you are required to download and study the following course content in PDF format:
Mechanical Seals - Fundamentals
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Course Summary
Mechanical Seals are used to give the main guidelines to choose the correct seals, types, dimensions, define the installation and plans positions. There are many types of Mechanical Seals since those used in a single pump water or a modest agitator to several designed models being used on expensive pump stations to replace packed glands and lip seals.
Related Links
For additional technical information related to this subject, please visit the following websites:
1. www.johncrane.com/
2. www.eagleburgmann.com/
3. www.chesterton.com/
4. www.gouldspumps.com/
5. www.itt.com/
6. www.mechanicalseals.net
7. www.aesseal.com/
8. www.flowserve.com/
9. www.mcnallyinstitute.com/
10. The Hydraulic Institute Standards at: www.pumps.com.
11. API 610, API 682 AND ISO 20149
12. ANSI B73.1 – Mechanical Seals
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
