Case Study
Slurry pump shaft sealing
James Walker solution Lionpak ® 3301 is an aramid-based packing with a unique lubrication system core that releases red lubricant through the aramid braid from the ID during operation, providing a long service life even in harsh and abrasive environments. Problem The customer was using packing that was unsuitable for the application. Very poor performance with excessive leakage of up to 5 litres/min - 66 gallons/hour. Very short service life of around one week resulted in pumps being frequently taken out of service for refurbishing and this contributed to very high maintenance costs. Application Existing solution Stoplik style 99 - PTFE/graphite reinforced packing with synthetic fibre Centrifugal slurry processing pump. l Media: 60% Iron ore slurry l Te