Fiber Line Pressure diffuser stock washer

Application:		Pressure Diffuser stock washer
Old Sealing System:		Garlock 5000 Packing.
New Sealing System:		Chesterton 1400R Graphite packing with 14K restriction bushing.
Date of Installation:		September 2003

Problem:

excessive stock leakage, contaminating gearbox underneath causing severe damage. Prone to loss of flush water at times.

Objective:

To eliminate leakage, and   contain stock when water   lost and maintain packing   integrity.

Result:

Gland now runs from Annual shut to Annual shut without stock leakage. 14K Bush closes if water lost and 1400R happy to run without water. No further gearbox contamination.