An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Mechanical Seals
Designs, Application, Selection, Installation, Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 21 - 25 Jul 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 20 - 24 Oct 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 01 - 05 Dec 2025 | Abu Dhabi - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 20 - 24 Oct 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
This is an intensive, highly practical, and useful five-day training course on Mechanical Seals. The participant will gain up-to-date information and practical understanding of the basics, applications, troubleshooting and failure diagnosis, installation, and maintenance of mechanical seal. Mechanical seal for pump and compressor applications will be addressed. Recent design like dry mechanical seal will also be addressed.
The highlights of this Mechanical Seals training course are as follows:
- Lubrication and sealing concepts
- Mechanical Seal and Dry Gas Seal design
- Different arrangements of mechanical seals
- Optimal selection of seals and flush plans
- Failure diagnosis and troubleshooting
What are the Goals?
At the end of this PetroKnowledge training course, participants will:
- Understand the different types of seals
- Have learned about selection, operation, and maintenance strategies
- Be able to troubleshoot seal problems
- Understand how seals are fitted
- Understand how seals are tested
- Understand API flush plans
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnowledge training course is directed towards:
- Supervisors
- Team Leaders in Maintenance, Engineering and Production
This training course on Mechanical Seals will also benefit anyone who wishes to update themselves on Maintenance Engineering Technologies, judge the suitability of these technologies for their needs, and learn how to implement them for the benefit of their organizations.
Organisational Impact
On completion of this training course, the delegate will be able to critically analyze the methodologies employed within the organization and instigate improvements where required.
The knowledge gained in this Mechanical Seals online course will:
- Enable the delegate to optimize the operation and maintenance of various types of pumps & compressors
- Give the delegate confidence to carry out failure analyses on seals thereby avoiding repetitive failures
- Improve seal operating and maintenance techniques
- Enable measures to quantify equipment condition
- Give better control of mechanical seal providers
- Enable better identification and specification of new and replacement seals
- Allow tighter control of maintenance budgets by the avoidance of unplanned equipment failures in service
Personal Impact
- Improved confidence when dealing with suppliers and contractors
- Better understanding of how manufacturers design and develop mechanical seals for environments
- Better control of the management of pumps and compressor maintenance and operation
- Improved personal knowledge of sealing systems
- Better ability to troubleshoot seal problems and avoid recurrence
- Confidence and ability to select the appropriate flush plan thereby improving reliability and personal profile to senior management
Daily Agenda
Day One: Basic Concepts of Fluid Sealing
- Role of tribology, leak rates, heat transfer, design considerations, materials, application to mechanical seal
- Lubrication fundamentals
- Basic fluid mechanics, Reynolds equation, lubrication solutions, application to mechanical seal
Day Two: Mechanical Seal Design
- Theoretical aspects and design
- Factors affecting design
- Materials of construction
- Mechanical seal selection
- Data requirements for seal selection
- Seal type selection
- Selection of the primary seal
- Selection of the seal arrangement
Day Three: Mechanical Seals Configurations
- Mechanical seal applications
- Seals Classification
- Wet mechanical seal
- Dry mechanical seal
- Balanced and unbalanced mechanical seals
- Mechanical seals pump considerations
- Mechanical seals compressor considerations
- Mechanical seals troubleshooting
Day Four: Failure Diagnosis
- External symptoms of seal failure
- Visual seal examination
- Common seal failure modes-seal faces
- Common seal failure modes-secondary seals
- Common seal failure modes-seal hardware
- Seal installation tolerances
- Vibration effect on a mechanical seal
- High temperature effect
- Running speed effect
- Rotor balance effect
Day Five: Mechanical Seal Operation
- Operating limits
- Operating conditions
Day Six: Mechanical Seal Performance
- Acceptable performance
- Mechanical seal related standards
- Pre-installation machine checks
- Mechanical seal installation
- Mechanical seal maintenance
- Seal handling and inspection
Day Seven: Testing and Verification of Mechanical Seals
- Degree of testing
- Type of test
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why PetroKnowledge?
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Who are these training courses designed for?
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
How can I enroll in a course?
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]
When should I expect to receive confirmation of registration?
Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
When and how do I arrange payments?
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees. If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
