Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
• Mechanical and Rotating Equipment Engineers
• Process and Plant Engineers
• Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors
• Equipment Inspectors and Fitters
• Anyone involved in the installation or maintenance of seals, packing, or gaskets

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the principles of sealing and leakage prevention
• Identify different gasket, packing, and seal types and their applications
• Select appropriate sealing materials for various operating conditions
• Apply correct installation and tightening techniques
• Diagnose and troubleshoot sealing and leakage problems
• Implement maintenance strategies to improve reliability and safety

DAY 1

Introduction to Sealing Systems and Leakage Control

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Fundamentals of Sealing and Leakage Mechanisms
• Classification of Seals and Gaskets
• Importance of Proper Sealing in Equipment Performance
• Overview of Common Seal Failures and Their Causes
• Sealing Standards and Industry Practices

DAY 2

Gaskets: Types, Selection and Installation

• Types of Gaskets – Soft, Semi-Metallic, and Metallic
• Gasket Materials and Their Characteristics
• Selection Criteria – Pressure, Temperature, and Media Compatibility
• Flange Surface Finish and Bolt Load Considerations
• Installation Procedures and Torque Control
• Common Gasket Failures and Prevention Methods

DAY 3

Packing and Stuffing Box Assemblies

• Types of Packing Materials and Their Applications
• Packing Arrangement and Stuffing Box Design
• Packing Installation, Adjustment, and Maintenance
• Lubrication and Cooling Considerations
• Causes of Premature Packing Failure
• Safety and Environmental Considerations in Packing Systems

DAY 4

Mechanical Seals: Design, Operation and Maintenance

• Components and Working Principles of Mechanical Seals
• Types of Mechanical Seals – Pusher, Non-Pusher, Cartridge, Split
• Seal Face Materials and Secondary Sealing Elements
• Seal Support Systems – Plan 11, 32, 53, etc.
• Seal Installation, Alignment, and Commissioning
• Monitoring Seal Performance and Detecting Leakage
• Common Seal Failures and Troubleshooting Techniques

DAY 5

Seal System Optimization and Course Wrap-up

• Seal and Packing Reliability Improvement Techniques
• Selection and Standardization of Sealing Components
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance for Sealing Systems
• Recordkeeping and Maintenance Best Practices
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony