
Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle 2025
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- Non-member - $333
- Member - $250
- Associate Member - $250
- Academic Partner - $317
- PSAP Industry Partner - $317
- Pump Industry Partner - $317
- Pump Industry Partner Retiree - $316.99
- Standards Partner - Consultant - $250
- Standards Partner - End User - $250
- Standards Partner - End User & Basic Training - $250
- Training Partner - $250
Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle
PDH Credits: 4.0
4-Part Webinar Bundle
Overview:
A comprehensive collection of four mechanical seal webinars, which provides foundational understanding of the topic. A mechanical seal is a vital component within a pumping system. Consequently, it is beneficial to understand the function and limitations of a seal. This collection of webinars was designed to provide attendees with a general understanding on the design, function, operation and installation of mechanical seals. Participants will learn about the essential elements of a mechanical seal, operating principles, proper installation methods, and what to do in the event of seal failure.
This is a discounted bundle of four (4) mechanical seals webinars. Get 30% off of the individual price if purchased separately when you register for this bundle.
Learning Levels - Basic and Intermediate:
The basic level training content within the bundle is within sessions 1, 2, and 3. These three sessions prepare attendees for the intermediate level content within session 4.
- Basic level training provides a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.
- Intermediate level training is designed for individuals who have some experience and basic understanding of the topic. It builds upon basic concepts and expands the breadth and depth of understanding supporting the development of skills.
Audience:
This bundle is designed for individuals looking to gain a basic knowledge of mechanical seals or those who need a refresher, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Sessions Included in the Bundle:
Types and Operating Principles
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Construction and Design
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2026
Installation, Connection, and Commissioning
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Failure Analysis and Troubleshooting
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
SKU: WB301C
Registration Fees
Hydraulic Institute Member and Partner Types | Pricing |
Member | $333.00 |
Associate Member | $250.0 |
Standards Partner | $250.0 |
Training Partner | $250.0 |
Industry Partner | $317.0 |
Academic Partner | $317.0 |
Non-Member | $317.0 |
Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership.
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.
Webinar Platform
Webinars are hosted on the Teams platform. Prior to joining the LIVE webinar, Click here for instructions on how to test your browser and install the desktop app (optional).
Click here to get more information on ' How to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams'
Webinar Instructions
- Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar". After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
- Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
- For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
- Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window.
- After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).
Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor.
Need Assistance?
If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.
PDH Credits
Upon the successful completion of this webinar bundle and passing the required quizzes, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Licensed Professional Engineers
Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology
Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar
By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.
By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).
If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.
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Mechanical Seals Fundamentals - Types and Operating Principles / 1 Hour / November 4, 2025 / Webinar
This webinar covers the basic operating principles of a mechanical seal and the various types of mechanical seals. Participants will learn about the essential elements of a mechanical seal, the effective forces acting on it, and the ideal operating conditions. SKU: LW304C
Mechanical Seals - Types and Operating Principles
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
PDH Credits: 1.0Overview:
This webinar covers the basic operating principles of a mechanical seal and the various types of mechanical seals. Participants will learn about the essential elements of a mechanical seal, the effective forces acting on it, and the ideal operating conditions. The types of mechanical seals will be broken down by configuration and by design. Additionally, important factors to consider in the application of a mechanical seal and the limitations of each seal type will be discussed.
Learning Level - Basic
This level of training is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.
Audience:
This course is designed for individuals looking to gain a basic knowledge of mechanical seals or those who need a refresher, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic operating principles of a mechanical seal.
- Identify the various types of mechanical seals by both arrangement and design features.
- Identify important application factors and understand how this affects seal selection.
This webinar is a part of the Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle 2025.
SKU: LW304C
Registration Fees
Hydraulic Institute Member and Partner Types Pricing Member $89.25 Associate Member $89.25 Standards Partner $89.25 Training Partner $89.25 Industry Partner $113.05 Academic Partner $113.05 Non-Member $119.00 Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership.
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.
Webinar Platform
Webinars are hosted on the Teams platform. Prior to joining the LIVE webinar, Click here for instructions on how to test your browser and install the desktop app (optional).
Click here to get more information on ' How to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams'
Webinar Instructions
- Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar". After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
- Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
- For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
- Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window.
- After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).
Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor.
Need Assistance?
If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.
Kali Vanderpool
Design Engineer
Roplan
Kali Vanderpool is a Design Engineer with Roplan in Madison, WI. She received her Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and has worked in the seal industry since 2020. Kali currently serves as the vice chairperson of the Hydraulic Institute Mechanical Seals Committee.
PDH Credits
Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Licensed Professional Engineers
Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology
Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar
By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.
By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).
If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.
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Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/06/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)
This webinar illustrates the key components and design features of mechanical seals and seal chambers. The session covers topics such as seal chamber configurations, materials of construction, use of compatibility guides, and relevant calculations. SKU: LW307C
Mechanical Seals Fundamentals - Construction and Design
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
PDH Credits: 1.0Overview:
This webinar illustrates the key components and design features of mechanical seals and seal chambers. The session covers topics such as seal chamber configurations, materials of construction, use of compatibility guides, and relevant calculations.
Learning Level - Basic:
This level of training is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.
Audience:
This course is designed for individuals looking to gain a basic knowledge of mechanical seals or those who need a refresher, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the components of a mechanical seal as well as their function.
- Understand the effect of seal chamber geometry and flush arrangements.
- Know the materials of construction used in mechanical seals and how to select the proper materials.
This webinar is a part of the Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle 2025.
SKU: LW307C
Registration Fees
Hydraulic Institute Member and Partner Types Pricing Member $89.25 Associate Member $89.25 Standards Partner $89.25 Training Partner $89.25 Industry Partner $113.05 Academic Partner $113.05 Non-Member $119.00 Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership.
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.
Webinar Platform
Webinars are hosted on the Teams platform. Prior to joining the LIVE webinar, Click here for instructions on how to test your browser and install the desktop app (optional).
Click here to get more information on ' How to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams'
Webinar Instructions
- Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar". After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
- Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
- For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
- Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window.
- After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).
Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor.
Need Assistance?
If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.
Scott Svendsen
Fellow Engineer, Global Technical Lead, AMSS Seals and Systems
Flowserve Corporation
Scott Svendsen is a Fellow Engineer with Flowserve Corporation. He has more than 30 years of experience in the design, application, and development of mechanical seals and systems with specialty in liquid seals and systems for high duty light hydrocarbon and high temperature applications. Mr. Svendsen is a licensed Professional Engineer in California, member of the API 682 5th Edition Task Force, and member of the Hydraulic Institute Seals Committee. He earned his BSME from California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo.
PDH Credits
Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Licensed Professional Engineers
Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology
Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar
By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.
By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).
If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.
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Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/11/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)
This webinar presents the best practices for installing a mechanical seal in a pump, preparing the piping plan system, and then monitoring performance during pump startup. Anyone involved in this process appreciates the importance of proper equipment startup with respect to safety, environmental controls, and pump reliability. SKU: LW306C
Mechanical Seals Fundamentals - Installation, Connection, and Commissioning
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
PDH Credits: 1.0 ETOverview:
This webinar presents the best practices for installing a mechanical seal in a pump, preparing the piping plan system, and then monitoring performance during pump startup. Anyone involved in this process appreciates the importance of proper equipment startup with respect to safety, environmental controls, and pump reliability. The instructor will provide clear and practical recommendations based on field proven techniques in all types of end user facilities.
Learning Level - Basic:
This level of training is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.
Audience:
This course is designed for individuals looking to gain a basic knowledge of mechanical seals or those who need a refresher, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Learning Objectives:
- Implement best practices for mechanical seal installation into pumps.
- Be able to verify the connections and interconnecting piping of piping plans.
- Understand how to commission piping plan systems prior to pump startup.
- Implement best practices for monitoring seal and piping plan systems after pump startup.
This webinar is a part of the Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle 2025.
SKU: LW306C
Registration Fees
Hydraulic Institute Member and Partner Types Pricing Member $89.25 Associate Member $89.25 Standards Partner $89.25 Training Partner $89.25 Industry Partner $113.05 Academic Partner $113.05 Non-Member $119.00 Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership.
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.
Webinar Platform
Webinars are hosted on the Teams platform. Prior to joining the LIVE webinar, Click here for instructions on how to test your browser and install the desktop app (optional).
Click here to get more information on ' How to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams'
Webinar Instructions
- Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar". After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
- Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
- For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
- Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window.
- After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).
Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor.
Need Assistance?
If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.
John Merrill
Principal Engineer
EagleBurgmann Mechanical Seals
Mr. Merrill is a Principal Engineer at Eagle Burgmann. He has over 25 years of experience in the rotating equipment industry. John has a Bachelors and Masters of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and has been an active member of the Hydraulic Institute for many years.
PDH Credits
Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Licensed Professional Engineers
Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology
Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar
By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.
By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).
If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.
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Contains 5 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/18/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)
This webinar mechanical seal failures, what to do in the event of such an occurrence, and how to properly investigate them. This presentation discusses the typical failure modes of major mechanical seal components and their common causes. In addition to this information, the webinar provides real-world examples of damaged mechanical seal components. SKU: LW305 C
Mechanical Seals Fundamentals - Failure Analysis and Troubleshooting
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
PDH Credits: 1.0Overview:
This webinar mechanical seal failures, what to do in the event of such an occurrence, and how to properly investigate them. This presentation discusses the typical failure modes of major mechanical seal components and their common causes. In addition to this information, the webinar provides real-world examples of damaged mechanical seal components.
Learning Level – Intermediate:
Intermediate level training is designed for individuals who have some experience and basic understanding of the topic. It builds upon basic concepts and expands the breadth and depth of understanding supporting the development of skills. It is recommended that attendees complete basic level training on mechanical seals prior to attending this course.
Audience:
This course is designed for individuals with basic knowledge of mechanical seals or those who need a refresher, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the entire pumping system affects mechanical seal performance and influences seal failures.
- Know the common failure modes for the major mechanical seal components.
- Obtain information on how to properly troubleshoot mechanical seal failure.
This webinar is a part of the Mechanical Seals Fundamentals Webinar Bundle 2025.
SKU: LW305C
Registration Fees
Hydraulic Institute Member and Partner Types Pricing Member $89.25 Associate Member $89.25 Standards Partner $89.25 Training Partner $89.25 Industry Partner $113.05 Academic Partner $113.05 Non-Member $119.00 Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership.
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.
Webinar Platform
Webinars are hosted on the Teams platform. Prior to joining the LIVE webinar, Click here for instructions on how to test your browser and install the desktop app (optional).
Click here to get more information on ' How to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams'
Webinar Instructions
- Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar". After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
- Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
- For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
- Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window.
- After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).
Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor.
Need Assistance?
If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.
Gabriel Young
Sense Pump Product Manager
John Crane
Gabriel Young is the Engineering Manager – Metal Bellows Product with John Crane in Chicago, Illinois. He received his Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from St. Louis University and has worked in the seal industry since 2012. Young is the Chair of the Hydraulic Institute Mechanical Seals Committee.
PDH Credits
Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Licensed Professional Engineers
Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology
Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar
By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.
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