Maintenance & Repair Process
Mechanical Seal

KLE engineers carefully disassemble the complete mechanical seal assembly to support detailed inspection and refurbishment. The procedure follows the required technical sequence to prevent secondary damage to individual components.

All components are cleaned using ultrasonic equipment and specialized cleaning solutions to remove oil residue, deposits, and contaminants from surfaces and narrow internal gaps that conventional methods cannot fully reach.

After cleaning, each component is inspected and its actual condition is recorded, including seal faces, O-rings, springs, and other critical parts. The findings are compiled into a technical report for condition assessment and repair recommendations.

The sealing faces are reconditioned using specialized lapping equipment to restore the required flatness and surface finish, ensuring reliable sealing performance.

An optical flat and monochromatic light are used to inspect surface flatness through Lightband measurement. The results confirm machining accuracy and the final condition of the sealing faces.

Qualified components are reassembled in a controlled clean environment. The assembly process ensures the required tolerances, installation dimensions, and concentric alignment in accordance with technical standards.

After assembly, the seal undergoes a static air-pressure leak test using specialized equipment. The results must remain within the allowable limits of API 682 before the seal proceeds to the next stage.

The seal is packed under controlled conditions to protect it from impact and preserve the sealing surfaces during transportation. Each unit is delivered with the corresponding technical report.