Problem Frequent and costly pump shut downs caused by mechanical seal failures: average seal life of just two months on single seal arrangement, resulting in unnecessarily high maintenance costs. Application Existing solution Silicon carbide faced mechanical seals on the pump shaft. Cold water pump within air conditioning unit at a pharmaceutical plant in Brazil. Omel Pumps A-130, horizontal configuration, 43/4” (120 mm) nominal shaft diameter. The first KlickFix ® sealing lip lasted for two months - matching the average mechanical seal life but the KlickFix cartridge contains a further five sealing elements. Helping customer achieve goals of adopting innovative technology and improving sustainabilty. Results and benefits Mean time between replacement increase

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