If there’s one thing we know about at Lidering, it’s the different stages of the design and use of mechanical seals. As experts in mechanical seals and solutions for the pumping and fluid transfer industry, our service is based on offering a comprehensive 360º solution in the mechanical seals industry.
Today, we want to talk to you about all the phases of the mechanical seals manufacturing, whether they are component seals for all types of pumps or the different cartridge options to be able to work in any type of application. And we can’t forget about the mechanical seal repair service, a key service at Lidering that allows us, not only to maintain the integrity of our equipment, but also to contribute to the fulfilment of the corporate Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), specifically SDG 12, by promoting circular economy.
Phases in the manufacturing process of mechanical seals
This way of understanding our work, and taking into account a comprehensive and sustainable approach, has led us to offer an integral 360º service. In this way, we can be present throughout every stage of any mechanical seal, and assess the customer’s needs at all times: from the design of a specific or standard mechanical seal, to the manufacturing of custom mechanical seals, their use, repair, and replacement.
Being involved in the whole process of customised mechanical seals, the stages of manufacturing a mechanical seal at Lidering are:
- The first step in designing a mechanical seal or special solution is to gather and obtain as much information as possible about the application and the system where the solution must be implemented. With this information, and building on our previous knowledge and experiences, we can develop an initial design of mechanical seals using 3D software, using several tools, such as modeling techniques.
- At Lidering, we produce prototypes of mechanical seals, which allow us to refine the designs until the final version is achieved. We can also manufacture customised test tools to simulate the housing of the system where the solution must be installed.
- This process allows us to perform a leak test of the mechanical seal in our facilities and, after the necessary design adjustments, we deliver one or several prototypes to the customer for testing purposes.
- After this manufacturing and testing process, it’s time to carry out the assembly of the solutions in our customers’ equipment. The technical team at Lidering provides guidance and assistance for the assembly of highly complex mechanical seals (if required by the client), ensuring maximum efficiency in both assembly and usage.
- What happens if a mechanical seal becomes damaged? Lidering can offer a mechanical seal repair service. This service is one of the most important for our company, as it is fully aligned with Lidering’s principles of sustainability and efficiency and allows us to contribute to the corporate SDG.
Seals repair and our contribution to corporate SDG
As we have seen, mechanical seal repair is an integral part of Lidering’s sustainability strategy, as it directly contributes to several corporate SDG, such as SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). By extending the service life of industrial equipment and reducing the need for frequent replacements, mechanical seal repair helps minimise resource waste and reduces the environmental footprint of industrial operations.
In addition to its impact on the corporate SDG, Lidering’s mechanical seal repair service also promotes responsible consumption. In this way, by preventing equipment and components from being prematurely discarded, we reduce waste and promote a more sustainable circular economy. Also, by keeping equipment in optimal working condition, we minimise energy loss and avoid unnecessary greenhouse gas emissions.
Conclusion
As you have seen throughout all the work phases, from our production centre in Lidering, we can complete large production series of seals following our quality standards and offering integral solutions that help our customers to achieve their efficiency objectives. From the design and manufacture, to the assembly or repair of mechanical seals, at Lidering we are dedicated to maintaining the efficiency and safety of industrial equipment in a 360º way.
So, if you are looking for a reliable partner in mechanical seal repair or need to manufacture a mechanical seal from start to finish, don’t hesitate to contact Lidering. We are here to help you.
