Mechanical Seals - Types and Operating Principles | November 5, 2024
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Mechanical Seals Fundamentals-Types and Operating Principles
Date: November 5, 2024
Time: 1:00pm EST
PDH Credits: 1.0
Overview
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
Basic level training provides a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies. It will cover introductory content, but attendees would benefit from reviewing the Introduction to Pump Fundamentals On-Demand Training Course.
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 Bundle. Click Here to learn information about how you can save.
SKU: LW304B
Registration Fees
HI Member Type | Fee |
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/Partner | $119.00 |
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- During the Q&A portion of the training sessions questions are welcome that relate to the material presented and the instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, we’ll make our best effort to provide an answer via email.
- 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.
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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
One (1) PDH credit will be issued upon completion of this live webinar series.
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.
Licensed Professional Engineers
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Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors
Pump Systems Matter is an approved continuing professional competency sponsor for the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors: Sponsor # S-0523.
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.