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- March 07, 2023
High-temperature chemical processing applications require new approaches to valve-stem packing.
- February 01, 2023
Variations of Compression Packing
Successful fluid sealing of valves and pumps cannot be accomplished without the appropriate sealing device. Whether using mechanical seals or compression packing, one must understand the specific needs of the application.
While mechanical seals in general are considered the superior sealing device, they are more expensive and less versatile than compression
- January 05, 2023
Gallagher Fluid Seals is a Garlock master distributor. At our facility in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, we stock a variety of Garlock packing materials in a number of sizes.
We can provide our customers full spools of packing material, or customized packing sets cut to size and engineered specifically for their application.
The Garlock compression packing facility is committed to supplying the highest quality engineered products to industries throughout the world. It is designed to
- October 11, 2022
Rare and Ultra-Pure Resources Present Unique Challenge to Finding Appropriate Low Temp Gasket
Modern technology often requires rare or ultra-pure materials that can only be handled or obtained within extreme environmental conditions. These same conditions present unique and hazardous difficulties when transporting or utilizing these resources. Resources such as liquid oxygen, nitrogen, or argon; all of which are classified as “industrial gases” are handled well below the normal temperature
- August 09, 2022
When PTFE (polytetrafluorethylene) was developed in 1938, its importance to industrial sealing was quickly recognized because of its tremendous chemical resistance.
While use of PTFE as a gasket material increased in industrial applications, complaints about certain properties surfaced: skive marks made initial sealing difficult, cold flow caused leakage and premature failure, and temperature/pressure cycling was a problem.
- July 08, 2022
It is a helpful takeaway to remember that users get out what they put in. For those familiar with rotating and reciprocating equipment—such as pumps, motors and gearboxes—this certainly rings true, especially when problems arise. Considering the high demands (and high stress) placed on such intricate machinery, time is of the essence. Therefore, when things go wrong, it can be more beneficial to seek out a lasting solution instead of a temporary fix.
For process industries and
- June 22, 2022
GFS is excited to share that we now provide a variety of Garlock Expansion Joints on our website, readily availabe for purchase. These include the popular and proven style 204 and style 206 Expansion Joints.
About Garlock Expansion Joints:
Garlock Expansion Joints offer superior performance, reliability, and service life, resulting in improved plant safety and increased mechanical integrity of equipment. As specifically engineered products that are inserted in a rigid piping system,
- June 16, 2022
While the use of oil seals to retain lubrication in rotating machinery is common, bearing isolator labyrinth seal technology is often selected to protect bearings and lubrication. Manufacturers, repair facilities and users often select bearing isolators for use in harsh applications where conditions such as contamination, shaft misalignments and equipment vibrations are a concern to avoid frequent replacement. Bearing isolators can provide improved reliability and protection of the bearing and extend
- March 11, 2022
The GYLON® TUFF-RAIL® Family consists of two tank car manway gaskets, GYLON® 3545 & 3504 TUFF-RAIL®. The TUFF-RAIL® patent pending technology incorporates raised sealing features for a tighter seal in less than ideal bolting conditions, even after multiple cycles. Engineered to a single size, these gaskets fit the most common manways (AAR-1, UTC-1, TRN-1) simplifying gasket selection and inventory requirements. Constructed from Garlock's industry proven GYLON® material, TUFF-RAIL ® manway gaskets
- February 18, 2022
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