Pump Industry Autumn 2022 Digitial Edition

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TOP REASONS FOR PUMP SEAL FAILURE AND HOW TO AVOID THEM SEALS

By Mikayla Bridge, Journalist, Pump Industry magazine

Pump seal failure and leakage is one of the most common reasons for pump downtime, and can be caused by a number of factors. To avoid pump seal leakage and failure, it is important to understand the problem, identify the fault, and ensure that future seals don’t cause further pump damage and maintenance costs. Here, we look at the top reasons pump seals fail and what you can do to avoid them.

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