Open AccessINCREASING THE SERVICE LIFE OF PUMPING EQUIPMENT
Author(s) -
L. M. Akhmetzyanov
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
izvestiâ vysših učebnyh zavedenij. neftʹ i gaz
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0445-0108
DOI - 10.31660/0445-0108-2018-5-116-120
Subject(s) - durability , modernization theory , automation , service (business) , service life , blocking (statistics) , computer science , reliability engineering , operations management , engineering , business , mechanical engineering , economics , database , computer network , marketing , economic growth
The article describes technical problems that affect the durability of the seals during operation of pumping units. The advantages and disadvantages in the operation of end and packing seals are indicated. It is shown that usage of end seals is economically justified, because it increases the turnaround cycle, provides security requirements, and allows the pumps to be provided with an automation, blocking and protection system. The author proposes a variant of the modernization of end seals to increase service life, shows changes in design.