Quick turnaround of Fluiten GTA 180mm double seal for 3V Cogeim Filter Dryer
Quick response to a last-minute seal problem minimises delay in commissioning new plant Client challenge: When a new, unused Fluiten GTA 180mm pressurised double seal was damaged during the inspection of a 3V Cogeim filter dryer prior to commissioning, the user needed a quick response to avoid delays in commissioning a new plant. There was […]
Reliable, high quality repair service for Andritz disc filter mechanical seal
A paper board manufacturer based in the UK turned to NASH when they needed a high-quality repair service for a pressurised double mechanical seal on one of their disc filters. Client challenge: When a EagleBurgmann LP-D 135mm pressurised double mechanical seal cartridge failed on one of their disc filters, the user chose NASH in preference […]
Rapid turnaround and joined-up service for vertical pulper seals
A Safematic SAB/140 pressurised double mechanical seal in a vertical pulper on the main production line at a paper mill in Scotland was failing after more than 5 years in service. The decision was quickly taken to replace it with the spare seal. However, it had been in their stores for over 5 years. Client challenge:- When […]
4-day turnaround for seal inspection and dynamic test
Many process companies hold replacement mechanical seals in stock to ensure minimum downtime when an operational seal needs replacing. But what if your replacement seal has been in storage for over 8 years? Is it really wise to just install it without a seal inspection? Also, what about the delay and impact on production? Client […]
Upgraded faces for dry running filter dryer seal
A NASH inspection found incorrect face material in a dry running seal caused rapid face wear and poor seal performance. Upgrading the rotary seal rings to a grade of carbon more suitable for operation in dry nitrogen solved the problem Client challenge An Eire pharmaceutical manufacturer needed help to improve the performance of Flowserve Mixerpac […]
Ink-maker’s contamination problems solved
Fast turnaround mechanical seal diagnosis, repair and improved operation recommendations for an Asian offset ink manufacturer experiencing frequent seal failures Client challenge A Malaysian offset ink manufacturer suffered regular bead mill start-up problems when the Netzsch GRD80 pressurised double mechanical seal used on the mill was compromised by viscous product that contaminated the seal (see […]
Improved seal reliability secures £1m aftermarket for glass lined vessel manufacturer
NASH has enjoyed a relationship with a company that manufactures and services glass lined reactors for many years. We began working with this company having been asked to provide a more responsive and lower cost repair service for the mechanical seals utilised on their equipment. However, as we assessed the condition and performance of each […]
Profitable 200K seal repair revenue stream for filter dryer manufacturer
NASH enjoys a partnership with a well-known company that makes and services Filter Dryer equipment, primarily for pharmaceutical manufacturers. Before working with NASH, the company struggled to offer its customers effective aftermarket support for the specialised, engineered mechanical seals used on their equipment because they were totally reliant on the original seal manufacturers who Competed […]
Swift action prevents severe production losses
Cutting a global printing ink manufacturer’s plant downtime from four weeks to four days while eliminating the risk of £600,000 losses on four newly-commissioned Pfaudler glass-lined reactors Client challenge Four Pfaudler Flexeal UF8 seal cartridge failures on new Pfaudler Balfour glass-lined reactors posed serious production losses for a client for which no spare seal cartridges […]
24-hour response, analysis and advice
Restoring output on a Netzsch bead mill within 24-hours of an EagleBurgmann mechanical seal failure with NASH’s guaranteed next-day assessment, repair and delivery service Client challenge After three years of trouble-free running, a coatings manufacturer experienced a sudden Netzsch LMZ Bead Mill EagleBurgmann MR1SF5-125 double seal unit failure that needed to be corrected urgently. Working […]
Swift turnaround meets pharmaceutical deadline
Achieving a 50% reduction in barrier gas consumption by repairing, modifying and re-commissioning John Crane mechanical seals on six Pfaudler glass-lined reactors in Eire Client challenge A pharmaceuticals manufacturer needed help in meeting a tough four-week window for reinstating and dynamically testing six double gas lift-off mechanical seal cartridges in order to maintain production schedules. […]
Reducing downtime while boosting performance
Extending seal life, reducing excessive downtime and avoiding costly pressurised double seal unit upgrades on an ink manufacturers’ Buhler Cobra Vertical Bead Mills. Client challenge Unacceptable bead mill mechanical seal reliability was causing excessive downtime and extra repair costs with production and revenue impacts. NASH was asked to examine the circumstances surrounding Buhler Seal and […]
£140,000 of problems eliminated in four days
Just four days to solve a John Crane vessel seal problem behind three unnecessary seal changes that had created £20,000 repair and £120,000 production costs over the previous three months. Client challenge A thermoplastics manufacturer’s protracted problems with a coaxial seal cartridge on a critical stainless steel production vessel created significant production problems. The NASH […]
Production maintained during upgrade
Saving £150,000 in maintenance costs compared to the previous year by repairing and upgrading a pair of EagleBurgmann seals and pinpointing the cause of reliability and production losses. Client challenge A pharmaceutical manufacturer operating a high-dependency Krauss Maffei Vertical Cone Dryer needing improvements making to a pair of mechanical seals while maintaining output. NASH’s team […]