Modern industry demands solutions that optimise the control and performance of sealing systems. LID e-Control technology was born out of the need to create a preventive maintenance tool capable of meeting this demand.
Using an innovative method based on sensors that provide accurate, real-time data about the operation of mechanical seals, this breakthrough not only optimises system control, but also extends the service life of seals, contributing to more sustainable industrial processes.
Operation of LID e-Control technology
LID e-Control is a tracking technology incorporated into cartridge mechanical seals that was created to meet the need for control of sealing systems in the industrial field.
Using predictive cartridge seals, its main objective is to provide more data on the production process and it is distinguished by having temperature and pressure sensors that collect data in real time. As a result, an exact reading of the conditions in which the sealing system operates is achieved, which allows the equipment’s performance to be adjusted, prevent failures and optimize industrial maintenance.
LID e-Control technical details
LID e-Control predictive maintenance technology incorporates a series of components that assist engineers and maintenance managers to obtain accurate and reliable data in any industrial working condition.
Among the special features of these preventive maintenance tools, we can highlight the following:
- Temperature sensors in direct contact with the fluid, which guarantee a real and precise reading of the conditions in the sealing chamber.
- Stainless steel PT100 type probes, created for industrial environments, these probes can guarantee durability and accuracy.
- High operating capacity, they can withstand temperatures from 0 to 120º C or pressures from 0 to 20 bar.
These specifications allow LID e-Control to become a flexible preventive maintenance tool, ideal for uses that demand rigorous control of mechanical seals, such as in the chemical, pharmaceutical and food industries.
Applications for predictive maintenance in industry
Predictive maintenance has gained relevance in the sector due to its ability to foresee difficulties and improve operability. In addition, to obtain information and data that can show, at all times, the performance of our mechanical seal.
Therefore, with LID e-Control, engineers and maintenance managers have the ability to examine the information collected to make evidence-based decisions and prevent unplanned downtime or the need to repair mechanical seals that, with prior prediction, could have been avoided.
Advantages of predictive maintenance in industry
This combination of robustness and accuracy ensures reliable control in critical industrial applications, and this is mainly due to 4 key benefits:
- Increased process management: the LID e-Control sensors provide a detailed overview of the functioning of mechanical seals, which facilitates the modification of operating conditions and avoids early deterioration.
- Prolonged service life: through continuous monitoring, circumstances that could reduce the seal life can be detected and measures can be taken to prevent them.
- Reduced operating costs: by reducing unscheduled outages and extending equipment life, resource utilisation is maximised and costs associated with corrective maintenance are reduced.
- Industrial sustainability: the technology contributes to reducing industrial waste by extending the life of mechanical seals and promoting a circular economy perspective.
Cartridge seal models with predictive maintenance technology
Mechanical cartridge seals equipped with LID e-Control are a breakthrough in sealing systems. Some of the most prominent models include:
H3 – LSC41: single cartridge with integrated sensor.
This model includes a temperature sensor that is directly in contact with the fluid, providing accurate information about the conditions in the sealing chamber. Its design is perfected for applications requiring strict and constant control.
H3 – LDC80: Double cartridge for critical conditions
In this model, the sensor is located in the barrier liquid chamber, making it easy to monitor the temperature of the internal seals. This configuration is perfect for harsh environments that need extra control to ensure system protection and performance.
Both models demonstrate how LID e-Control technology fits into a variety of industrial applications, providing a tailored response to each customer’s demands.
Innovation and sustainability with LID e-Control
Created by Lidering as part of its mission to manufacture highly sustainable mechanical seals, LID e-Control demonstrates how the implementation of high-precision sensors in mechanical seals not only optimises the management of sealing systems, but also reduces material waste, extends the durability of equipment and facilitates the collection of real-time data on the conditions in which the mechanical part is working. All this translates into an optimisation of the use of resources and a reduction of the impact on the environment, aligning this predictive maintenance tool with the Sustainable Development Goals promoted by the company.
Do you want to learn more about this type of predictive maintenance technology or understand how it can be incorporated in your sector? Contact Lidering and our experts in mechanical seals will advise you.
