What are braided packings?

Braided packings are placed in a space between two moving or fixed parts to create a mechanical seal. It can be adjusted to control fluid flow and compensate for wear, making it a versatile solution for maintaining leak-tightness. Its effectiveness depends on proper material selection, packing design, correct installation and regular maintenance of the packing.

A compression fitting is a widely used sealant in pump and valve glands, whose main function is to efficiently contain liquids. Its features include high elasticity and excellent heat transfer capacity. Due to its flexibility, this sealant easily conforms to the gland housing. It also offers high resistance to fluids containing high levels of solid particles and abrasive media, making it ideal for applications in liquid pumps, agitators and valves.

Compression seal fittings from Fraktalseals

Fraktalseals has an extensive catalogue of compression sealing fittings from well-known brands, suitable for a variety of applications. We offer diagonal braided packings made of expanded flexible graphite as the base material, with the option of Inconel mesh reinforcement when required. We also offer packings made of expanded PTFE threads and mineral filler particles, which can be impregnated with lubricants to improve their performance. Additionally, we work with Gore® material packings, which stand out for their high performance.

Some of these packings are available in pre-pressed rings and can operate at temperatures up to 650 ⁰C. Each sealant has unique properties, but many options can be applied in a versatile way. In the case of dynamic sealants, factors such as pressure, temperature, rotation speed, surface roughness and tolerances of the shaft and packing chamber are key to selecting the right product. Likewise, the development of solutions to reduce fugitive emissions, with the aim of minimizing the release of hazardous substances, has become a crucial aspect in choosing the optimal sealant. Fraktalseals is ready to advise you on the best choice for your application.

Compression seal accessories for different sectors

Fraktalseals supplies FDA-certified sealants, ideal for use in the food and pharmaceutical industries. We also offer low-emission versions that comply with EPA Method 21, making them suitable for sectors such as chemicals, oil and gas, industrial processing, shipbuilding, paper, sugar, petrochemicals and fertilizers. Ultimately, these sealants are the perfect solution for any environment where reducing the emission of hazardous substances is essential.

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