Goods & Services

Industrial lubricants and industrial greases Vibration and noise monitoring, measuring and recording apparatus for use in connection with industrial machinery and pipework; downloadable computer software for use in vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework; downloadable computer software being part of computer controlled apparatus or instruments for use in vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework; apparatus for supervising lubrication and grease temperature, namely, temperature sensors; vibration sensors; acoustic emissions sensors; vibration management apparatus for the purpose of data recording, namely, electronic data recorders and vibration meters; apparatus and instruments for lubrication, fluid management, condition monitoring, bearing condition monitoring and leak detection, monitoring, structural monitoring and testing of industrial machinery and pipework, including those for the assessment of pipework vibration assessment and acoustic emissions; handheld computers incorporating vibration data collectors Educational services, namely providing classes, seminars and workshops in the field of lubrication, fluid management, condition monitoring, bearing condition monitoring and leak detection, monitoring, structural monitoring and testing of industrial machinery and pipework; engineering training, namely, training in condition monitoring, acoustic emission and vibration analysis, lubrication management, condition-based maintenance, dynamic balancing, thermography, noise assessment, noise and vibration control and management Technical expertise services and technical advice in relation to vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework ; product research and development; industrial design; industrial research, namely, technical project studies and research in vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework; engineering consulting services in relation to maintenance management in the field of vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework noise and vibration testing in the field of vibration and noise detection in connection with industrial machinery and pipework; assessing of pipework vibration and assessing and acoustic emissions

Abstract

Apparatus for manufacturing at least two products which have different physical specifications comprises: (A) a handling robot (10) comprising means for holding one of a plurality of differing items of tooling and means for transferring said item to a manufacturing machine; (B) means for changing said holding means to suit the tooling required for a particular product; (C) a plurality of manufacturing machines (12); (i) each of which is capable of holding an item of tooling selected from a plurality of different items of tooling and (ii) each of which is in operative communication with the handling robot; (D) means for inspecting a workpiece placed in the vicinity of the handling robot and for feeding data relating to the physical characteristics of the workpiece to a controller robot to enable the handling robot to determine its suitability for the manufacture of at least one of said products; and (E) a controller for holding data relating to the manufacturing steps for both of said products and configured to effect the manufacture of each of said products by determining the manufacturing machines to be used, the sequence of their operation and the tooling with which each is provided. A process using such apparatus is also described.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; parts and fittings therefor. Packing and stopping materials; waterproof packings; expansion joint fillers; rubber rings, rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines; gaskets; O-rings; sealant compounds for joints. Installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical seals.

Goods & Services

Research advisory services relating to environmental pollution; research advisory services relating to environmental protection; consulting services in the field of environmental assessment and planning; greenhouse gas emission measuring and analysis; advisory services relating to safety of the environment, namely, weather forecasting; technological planning and consulting services in the field of renewable energy resources; scientific research advisory and consultancy services in the field of renewable energy; environmentally friendly technology adoption and implementation advice and consultancy services, namely, planning, design and implementation of environmentally friendly computer technologies for others; technological research consultancy and advisory services in the field of renewable energy resources; product safety testing advisory services for the renewable energy industry; environmental surveys; technical survey consulting in the field of carbon emission detection; research in the reduction of carbon emission and carbon offsetting; providing scientific information, advice and consultancy in the field of carbon emission reduction and carbon offsetting

Abstract

A mechanical seal includes a drive ring having an axially extending drive element and a seal face with an outer substantially cylindrical surface that is provided with a corresponding radially reduced portion that is can be engaged by the drive element, in which the radially reduced portion is a flat surface that is, in transverse section a chord, and the drive element is provided with a flat surface that can engage with the flat surface of the radially reduced portion during driving rotation of the seal face by the drive ring.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Goods & Services

(1) Vibration apparatus, namely vibration sensors for the detection, storage, processing, and recording of electronic vibration data, which is made accessible to users via a website, computers, and mobile devices; Vibration meters; apparatus and instruments for regulating the structural integrity of buildings and industrial machines, namely, sensors, recorders, computer hardware for measuring, recording and storing data related to building and machinery visual defects, vibration, thermal imaging and lubrication levels, which is made accessible to users via a website, computers, and mobile devices; Compact discs, DVDs, blank optical disks, and USB flash drives for storing electronic vibration, thermal imaging, visual defect, lubrication level data; computer hardware, handheld computers and downloadable computer software for collection, processing and storage of vibration, thermal imaging, lubrication levels, visual defect data of buildings and machinery (1) Business management; Business administration. (2) Providing software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for collection, processing and storage of data relating to vibration, thermal imaging, lubrication levels, and visual defects of buildings and machinery via a website; scientific and technological services and research and design, namely, research, analysis, advisory and consultancy services relating to inspections and analysis of vibration data within structural buildings and within machines; Industrial analysis and research services relating to structural integrity of buildings and industrial machines; Design and development of computer hardware and software relating to all foresaid services

Goods & Services

Vibration apparatus for the purpose of data recording, namely, electronic data recorders and vibration meters; vibration meters

Abstract

A bearing protector includes a static component fixed relative to a housing, in which a stationary sealing face profile is retained and a rotational component for fixing relative to a shaft with the static and rotational components held axially relative to each other. The rotational component has an annular sealing face profile energized by way of one or more magnetic elements retained within the static component to generate a positive sealing face contact between the stationary sealing face and rotational sealing face profiles. The magnets elements are held within recesses in the static component and extend radially inwards of the recesses.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings
• F16C 33/78 - Sealings of ball or roller bearings with a diaphragm, disc, or ring, with or without resilient members
• F16J 15/3252 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings provided with casings or supports with rigid casings or supports

Goods & Services

Industrial oils and greases, lubricants. Pipework of metal including those from alloy steel and titanium. Machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing. Scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators. Education and instruction. Testing, authentication and quality control.

Abstract

A mechanical seal support system for a sealing device for sealing a piece of industrial equipment, includes a mechanical seal for sealing the piece of industrial equipment and a system vessel for containing barrier fluid for the mechanical seal and being circumferentially split into a plurality of sections detachably attached for retaining pressure. The system vessel includes a clean-in-place (CIP) assembly, a cooling element and device for sterilizing the system vessel. The device for sterilizing the a heating element is formed as a coiled tubular element for the barrier fluid to pass therethrough, with closed-loop pipe work included for connecting the system vessel to the mechanical seal and a drain and filling device for removing and adding the barrier fluid to the system vessel.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

A bearing isolator apparatus is for use in a piece of equipment which includes a rotatable shaft and a housing through which the shaft extends. The apparatus includes a static component for securing to the housing and a rotational component for securing to the shaft. A tortuous fluid path extends between the static component and the rotational component and a plurality of electrically conductive filaments extends between the static component and the rotational component, such that an electrical current can pass between the components. One or more conductive members electrically connect the rotor to the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16C 33/72 - Sealings
• H02K 11/40 - Structural association with grounding devices
• H02K 5/10 - Casings or enclosures characterised by the shape, form or construction thereof with arrangements for protection from ingress, e.g. of water or fingers

Abstract

A mechanical seal assembly has two axially-spaced apart seals and including a rotary component that includes rotational members of each axially-spaced apart seal and a stationary component that includes stationary sealing members of each seal. A sleeve is located radially inwards of the rotational sealing members. An element, such as fluid ports, directs barrier or buffer fluid towards the sleeve and between the two axially-spaced apart seals. The sleeve is provided on its outer surface with means, such as recesses or protuberances, which displace barrier/buffer fluid axially towards both axially-spaced apart seals.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces

Abstract

A mechanical seal includes an elastomeric member, a spring biasing member, a longitudinally floating first member, a longitudinally non-floating second member, a longitudinally floating third member and a longitudinally floating seal face. The elastomeric member is in sealing engagement with the seal face and the first and second members and the spring biasing member is longitudinally pointed between the seal face and the third member. The first and second members are longitudinally restrained and rotationally coupled by male longitudinally protruding portions engaging with female portions.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Abstract

A bearing isolator device is for use in a piece of equipment which includes a rotatable shaft and a housing through which the shaft extends. The device includes a static component (4) for securing to the housing and a rotational component (1) for securing to the shaft. A tortuous fluid path (19, 20, 21) extends between the static component and the rotational component and a plurality of electrically conductive filaments extends between the static component and the rotational component such that an electrical current can pass between said components. One or more conductive members electrically connect the rotor to the shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02K 11/40 - Structural association with grounding devices

Abstract

A pipe clamp includes a first jaw pivotally connected to a second jaw, each jaw having a connection flange at each of its ends, in which the flanges at the pivoting end of the jaws are provided with a first locking mechanism and the flanges of the jaws distal from the pivoting end provided with second and third locking mechanisms. The second and third locking mechanisms are shaped such that, when they are in place, the combined width of the second and third locking mechanisms is less than twice the width of their widest crossways section in the same plane when not in place.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 23/08 - Flanged joints the flanges being connected by members tensioned in the radial plane connection by tangentially arranged pin and nut
• F16B 2/10 - Clamps, i.e. with gripping action effected by positive means other than the inherent resistance to deformation of the material of the fastening external, i.e. with contracting action using pivoting jaws

Abstract

A seal support system, for use in combination with a mechanical seal installed on a piece of rotating equipment, includes a pressure vessel, one or more fluid inlets and connecting pipework between the one or more fluid inlets and the mechanical seal. A device is included to alter the fluid flow, so that a portion of the seal support system may be isolated for various purposes, such as, for example, cleaning or repurposing.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16K 21/04 - Self-closing valves, i.e. closing automatically after operation

Abstract

A bearing lubrication apparatus for use with a piece of rotating equipment includes a lubrication device having a bearing chamber with bearings located in the bearing chamber, a mist generating unit positioned below the bearing chamber and being in fluid communication with the bearing chamber, at least one mist inlet directed into the bearing chamber and being in fluid communication with the mist generating unit, and a coalescing unit adjacent the bearing chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16C 33/66 - Special parts or details in view of lubrication

Abstract

A mechanical seal for providing a fluid-tight seal between relatively rotatable elements includes a stationary part for securing to a housing, which has a stationary seal face, a rotary part for securing to a shaft, which includes a rotary seal face, a spring urging the rotary seal face into engagement with the stationary seal face and a toroidal sealing member between the rotary component and the shaft. The toroidal sealing member is accommodated within a recess of the rotary part, and the recess is defined by two members of which the first rotary part member includes the seal face and a second rotary part member is positioned between the first rotary part member and the spring.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/38 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member sealed by a packing

Abstract

A seal support system for a mechanical seal includes a system vessel for containing barrier fluid. Closed loop pipe work connects the vessel to a mechanical seal with a device provided for feeding barrier fluid to the system vessel. A further vessel is provided that is able to be in fluid communication with the system vessel. The further vessel may be provided with an elastomeric membrane, which may be filled with a gas under pressure to an extent required to allow for the effect of the highest anticipated temperature which might occur in a particular application.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

A mechanical seal comprises an elastomeric member (3), a spring biasing member (8), a longitudinally floating first member (5), a longitudinally non-floating second member (4), a longitudinally floating third member (9) and a longitudinally floating seal face (7). The elastomeric member is in sealing engagement with the seal face and the first and second members and the spring biasing member is longitudinally pointed between the seal face and the third member. The first and second members are longitudinally restrained and rotationally coupled by male longitudinally protruding portions (12) engaging with female portions (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Abstract

A mechanical seal includes an elastomeric member, a spring biasing device, a longitudinally floating first member having a seal face, a longitudinally non-floating second member and a longitudinally floating third member. The elastomeric member is in sealing engagement with the first member, second member and third member and the spring biasing device is longitudinally positioned between the first member and the second member. One of either the first member or the second member is provided with at least one protruding male portion and the other member of either the first member or the second member is provided with corresponding female portion into which the male portion locates.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Goods & Services

Industrial oils and greases, lubricants. Pipework of metal including those from alloy steel and titanium. Machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing. Scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators. Education and instruction. Testing, authentication and quality control.

Abstract

e. one or more setting members which are detachably attached to said clamping ring to restrict axial movement and make the internal dimensions independent of tolerances and assembly accuracy.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers

Abstract

A mechanical seal support system includes a bladder accumulator with a first connection to the top of the bladder accumulator and a second connection to the bottom of the bladder accumulator with a device that is responsive to the pressures at each of the first and second connections of the bladder accumulator for providing an output determined by the difference between the pressures. The mechanical seal support system further includes a display for displaying the output in a manner indicative of the volume of the fluid in the bladder accumulator relative to a predetermined volume.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid
• F15B 1/02 - Installations or systems with accumulators
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

An isolator device (1) for use in controlling fluid flow, wherein the isolator device comprises a static component (5) fixed relative to the housing (2) and a rotational component (4) fixed relative to a shaft (3). The static component and rotational components are held axially relative to each other and an annular sealing member (6, 7, 8) is provided. The annual sealing member has a first position in contact with both the static component and the rotational component and a second position in contact with either or both of the static component and the rotational component. The profile of the static and rotational components are shaped to create a flow path between them and the flow path comprises at least one feature to slow the flow of fluid there through.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings
• F16J 15/32 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings

Abstract

A pipework brace comprising a first pipework engaging member and a second engaging member. A first tubular strut and a second tubular strut are provided and the first tubular strut is attached to the first and second engaging members by connectors located at each end of the first tubular strut. The second tubular strut is connected to the first and second engaging members by connectors located at each end of the second tubular strut. The connectors each comprise two clamp members that are arranged to allow multi-axis rotation so that each end of the strut may be moved in at least two planes relative to the pipe work engaging members.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 3/08 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing
• F16L 3/015 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets for supporting or guiding the pipes, cables or protective tubing, between relatively movable points, e.g. movable channels using articulated- or supple-guiding elements
• F16L 55/033 - Noise absorbers
• F16L 55/04 - Devices damping pulsations or vibrations in fluids
• F16L 55/045 - Devices damping pulsations or vibrations in fluids specially adapted to prevent or minimise the effects of water hammer
• F16L 3/10 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing divided, i.e. with two members engaging the pipe, cable or protective tubing
• F16L 3/12 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing
• F16L 3/16 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets with special provision allowing movement of the pipe
• F16L 3/127 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing and extending away from the attachment surface
• F16F 15/02 - Suppression of vibrations of non-rotating, e.g. reciprocating, systemsSuppression of vibrations of rotating systems by use of members not moving with the rotating system
• H02G 7/14 - Arrangements or devices for damping mechanical oscillations of lines, e.g. for reducing production of sound
• F16L 3/18 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets with special provision allowing movement of the pipe allowing movement in axial direction
• F16L 3/20 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets with special provision allowing movement of the pipe allowing movement in transverse direction
• F16L 3/237 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets specially adapted for supporting a number of parallel pipes at intervals for two pipes
• F16L 55/035 - Noise absorbers in the form of specially adapted hangers or supports

Abstract

The invention relates to a seal system comprising a stationary assembly having an angled profile, and a rotary assembly comprising a resiliently flexible rotary elastomeric member. When in a rest position, the rotary elastomeric member contacts the angled profile of the stationary assembly to seal a gap therebetween. On rotation of the rotary elastomeric member, the gap between the assemblies is opened to allow fluid flow therethrough.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/3256 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings provided with casings or supports with rigid casings or supports comprising two casing or support elements, one attached to each surface, e.g. cartridge or cassette seals
• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces

Abstract

A barrier system for a dual mechanical seal, the system comprising means for controlling barrier fluid pressure relative to product pressure. The pressure control means comprises means for monitoring the volume of barrier fluid in the system and for supplying additional fluid to the system to maintain the volume within a desired range. The system further comprises means for maintaining the barrier fluid pressure at a pre-determined pressure above product pressure.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid
• F15B 1/08 - Accumulators using a gas cushionGas charging devicesIndicators or floats therefor

Abstract

A seal support system for use with a sealing device (3) employed to seal a piece of industrial equipment. The seal support system comprises a system vessel (1) for containing barrier fluid, a closed loop pipe work (7) to connect the aforementioned system vessel to a sealing device, such as a mechanical seal, and drain (21) and filling means (20) for removing and adding barrier fluid to the system vessel. The vessel, containing a fluid, and being connected to a sealing device in a closed loop system is circumferentially split into two or more sections which are detachably attached such that they may retain pressure when in assembled state and includes, but is not limited to, any permutation of CIP assembly, heating element and cooling element of which all or any of may or may not be controlled externally.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid
• F15B 1/04 - Accumulators
• F16J 13/06 - Detachable closure membersMeans for tightening closures attached only by clamps along the circumference

Abstract

An annular seal cavity throat bushing includes an inner annular surface having a substantially latitudinal channel with the channel being provided with at least one orifice to allow fluid communication between the inside of the bushing and the outside of the bushing. The bushing is further provided with at least one groove extending substantially longitudinally from one end of the bushing to the channel. The groove has at least one tapered edge which increases the width of the groove along its length.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 5/02 - Sealing
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/18 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with stuffing-boxes for elastic or plastic packings

Abstract

A valve includes a housing having a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet defines a fluid flow path between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet. A device is included for restricting the flow between the inlet and the outlet which has a fixed flow restriction device for applying a pre-determined counter-flow pressure and a device for applying an additional counter-flow pressure according to the pressure in an environment external to the valve.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 17/36 - Safety valvesEqualising valves actuated in consequence of extraneous circumstances, e.g. shock, change of position

Abstract

The invention relates to a mechanical seal wherein any or all of the outermost stationary components is provided with means for indicating the presence or change of fluid composition and/or the temperature of the mechanical seal.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

A mechanical seal for providing a fluid-tight seal between relatively rotatable elements (1, 2). The seal comprises a stationary part for securing to a housing, which comprises a stationary seal face (5), a rotary part for securing to a shaft, which comprises a rotary seal face (20), a spring (18) urging the rotary seal face (20) into engagement with the stationary seal face (5) and a toroidal sealing member (19) between the rotary component (17) and the shaft (2). The toroidal sealing member is accommodated within a recess of the rotary part, and the recess is defined by two members of which the first rotary part member comprises the seal face (20) and a second rotary member part (15) is positioned between the first rotary part member and the spring (18).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/38 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member sealed by a packing

Abstract

A modular mechanical seal (10) for use in hygienic and aseptic applications containing minimal/no bug traps in which bacteria and pathogens could grow. The seal assembly comprising: a longitudinally floating first seal face member; a longitudinally static second seal face member; a baising means urging first seal face member to contact with the second seal face member; a longitudinally static shaft location member; a first sealing member and a second sealing member.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

The invention relates to a condition monitoring device for attachment to a machine and for monitoring the condition thereof. It comprises at least one sensor for monitoring at least one parameter of the machine; a processor connected to the at least one sensor for analysing the signals produced therefrom; a wireless transmitter and a wireless receiver connected to the processor and allowing external communication therewith; and a battery connected to the processor. Additionally, the device further comprises at least one visual indicator of the status of the monitored machine based upon the sensed parameter. The invention extends to a system for putting the device into effect

IPC Classes  ?

• G01H 1/12 - Measuring vibrations in solids by using direct conduction to the detector of longitudinal or not specified vibrations

Abstract

A device is for supporting within a coating chamber a mechanical seal face (8) having an annular sealing surface. The device includes a frame (1 ) housing first support means (9) for supporting the seal face when the device is in a first orientation with the annular sealing surface resting on a surface of said first support means. Second support means (2) within the frame supports the seal face when the device is in a second orientation.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• C23C 16/458 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes characterised by the method of coating characterised by the method used for supporting substrates in the reaction chamber

Abstract

A mechanical seal comprises an elastomeric member (2), a spring biasing means (7), a longitudinally non-floating first member (4), a longitudinally floating second member (5) and a longitudinally floating seal face (6). The elastomeric member is in sealing engagement with the seal face and the first and second members. The spring biasing means is longitudinally positioned between the seal face and the second member. One of the first and second members is provided with at least one longitudinally protruding male portion (12) and the other of said first and second members is provided with a corresponding female portion (13) into which the male portion is positively engageable so as to restrict the relative longitudinal movement between the members.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Abstract

A pressure regulation tracking valve for maintaining the pressure of a gas relative to that of a process fluid includes a device, responsive to change in the pressure of the process fluid, for changing the pressure of the gas by substantially the same amount. The valve further includes a device for accommodating a pressure transfer medium for transferring the pressure of the process fluid to the gas pressure changing device. As a result, contact between the process fluid and the gas pressure changing device is avoided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 11/00 - Control of flow ratio
• G05D 16/18 - Control of fluid pressure with auxiliary non-electric power derived from an external source

Abstract

A seal support system, or a kit therefor, for use with a sealing device to seal a piece of industrial equipment, includes a stand with fixed support elements for accommodating selected functional components with different sizes of components being accommodated by differently sized pipework elements. The stand has one or more substantially fixed brackets with each bracket having a component securing device at predetermined longitudinal space intervals.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid

Abstract

A pressure regulation tracking valve for maintaining the pressure of a gas relative to that of a process fluid includes means (15, 16), responsive to a change in the pressure of the process fluid, for changing the pressure of the gas by substantially the same amount. The valve further includes means (60, 80) for accommodating a pressure transfer medium for transferring the pressure of the process fluid to gas pressure changing means. In this way contact between said process fluid and said gas pressure changing means is avoided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 16/18 - Control of fluid pressure with auxiliary non-electric power derived from an external source
• F16J 15/00 - Sealings
• F16K 11/10 - Multiple-way valves, e.g. mixing valvesPipe fittings incorporating such valvesArrangement of valves and flow lines specially adapted for mixing fluid with two or more closure members not moving as a unit

Abstract

A seal support system (20), or a kit therefor, is for use with a sealing device employed to seal a piece of industrial equipment (11). The system makes use of a stand (21) with fixed support elements (22, 23) for accommodating selected functional components (24, 25, 26, 27). Different sizes of components are accommodated by differently sized pipework elements.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid
• F16M 11/20 - Undercarriages with or without wheels
• F17C 13/08 - Mounting arrangements for vessels

Goods & Services

Pumps and parts and fittings therefor; mechanical seals and bearing protectors. Repair, maintenance and refurbishment of pumps and process equipment having relatively rotating parts.

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; valves for use with mechanical seals; pressure regulating valves. Pressure monitoring device.

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; pump control valves for use with mechanical seals; back pressure regulating valves as parts of machines

Abstract

A lubrication apparatus for lubricating a surface of at least one component of a piece of equipment, which includes a lubrication mist generating unit in which air and a lubricant are combined to form a lubricant mist. A device is included for directly connecting the lubrication mist generating unit to the equipment at a position adjacent the surface to be lubricated.

IPC Classes  ?

• F01M 1/00 - Pressure lubrication
• F16N 7/30 - Arrangements for supplying oil or unspecified lubricant from a stationary reservoir or the equivalent in or on the machine or member to be lubricated the oil being fed or carried along by another fluid
• F16C 33/66 - Special parts or details in view of lubrication
• F16C 35/04 - Rigid support of bearing unitsHousings, e.g. caps, covers in the case of ball or roller bearings
• F16N 7/32 - Mist lubrication

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; parts and fittings therefor. Packing and stopping materials; waterproof packings; stuffing; joint fillers; expansion joint fillers, rubber rings, rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines; gaskets; O-rings; seals; sealant compounds for joints. Installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical seals.

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals and parts and fittings therefor Packing and insulating materials; waterproof packings for use in rotating equipment, namely, pumps, motors, agitators and mixers; stuffing of plastic or rubber; expansion joint fillers, rubber rings, rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines; non-metal gaskets for use in rotating equipment and stationary equipment for which sealing elements are required; rubber O-rings for use in rotating equipment and stationary equipment for which sealing elements are required; sealant compounds for joints

Abstract

A seal support system for a device for sealing an item of rotating equipment, including a device for generating air movement, includes a vessel for holding fluid for supplying to the sealing device. The system further includes an adjustable stand on which the vessel is mounted and a device for deflecting air along a path into which the vessel can be positioned.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47F 5/00 - Show stands, hangers, or shelves characterised by their constructional features
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid

Goods & Services

(1) Mechanical seals and parts and fittings therefor, packing materials for seals, waterproof packings for seals, stuffing for seals, joint fillers, expansion joint fillers, rubber rings, rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines, gaskets for seals, O-rings. (1) Installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical seals.

Abstract

A seal support system which tracks the process fluid pressure of one or more items of equipment and automatically maintains the barrier fluid pressure at a constant pressure differential, preferably higher, over the respective process fluid pressures specifically when the barrier fluid is intolerable to direct gas pressurisation. An example of such an application is an oil based barrier fluid. The system may also be employed with multiple pressure tracking means for use with multiple items of industrial equipment.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

A mechanical seal includes an elastomeric member, a spring biasing device, a longitudinally floating first member, a longitudinally non-floating second member and a longitudinally floating seal face. The elastomeric member is in a sealing engagement with the seal face. The first and second members and the spring biasing device are longitudinally positioned between the seal face and the second member. The first member and the second member are longitudinally restrained and rotationally coupled by at least one substantially male radially protruding portion in one of the members engaging in at least one substantially female portion in the other member of the two members. The first and second members are arranged for a sealing engagement with the seal face in a single seal utilizing the elastomeric member, or with the seal face and an additional seal face in a double seal utilizing an additional elastomeric member.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Abstract

A bearing plate (1 ) is provided with at least one toroidal elastomeric member (19) which seals against the bearing chamber when the bearing plate is attached thereto. The bearing plate may be provided with one or more grooves (15), (25) in a surface which, when the bearing plate is attached to the bearing chamber, abuts against the bearing chamber, each groove being for accommodating a toroidal elastomeric member.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/06 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces
• F16J 15/32 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings
• F16C 33/72 - Sealings

Abstract

A non-contacting sealing device having a labyrinth seal with an integral lip- type seal (19). The labyrinth seal may include shut off valve (18). The sealing device may be used, for instance, as a bearing protector or isolator.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces
• F16J 15/32 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with elastic sealings, e.g. O-rings
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings

Abstract

A seal cavity throat bushing is for use with rotating fluid equipment having a seal cavity which is defined by a rotary shaft having an axis. The shaft housing surrounds at least a portion of the shaft and a sealing device engages the shaft and the housing at one end of the cavity. The bushing comprises an annular element (15) which is adapted for a tight fit in the housing (3) at the entrance to the cavity (5) opposite said one end. The element has a radially outer cylindrical surface for contacting a cavity wall of the housing and a radially cylindrical surface (17) having a diameter greater than that of the shaft to define a gap therebetween. The element is made by a process such as a lost wax casting process, which requires no machining or any other post-forming treatment.

IPC Classes  ?

• F04D 29/10 - Shaft sealings
• F16J 15/18 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with stuffing-boxes for elastic or plastic packings
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/40 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces by means of fluid

Abstract

A non-contacting sealing device (20) for a bearing having a labyrinth seal with a static shut-off (34) device. The seal may be an integral part of the bearing or a substantially attachable member (30,32) to a bearing (21,22). In a preferred embodiment, the overall length of the bearing is not greater than the commercially available lengths shown in ISO/ANSI standards and major bearing supplier catalogues.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16C 33/66 - Special parts or details in view of lubrication
• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings
• F16C 33/72 - Sealings
• F16C 33/76 - Sealings of ball or roller bearings
• F16C 33/78 - Sealings of ball or roller bearings with a diaphragm, disc, or ring, with or without resilient members
• F16C 33/80 - Labyrinth sealings

Abstract

A bearing seal includes a radially split stator and a rotor. The rotor is enclosed within the stator along the internal length of the rotor. The rotor may, optionally, also be radially split.

IPC Classes  ?

• F01D 11/02 - Preventing or minimising internal leakage of working fluid, e.g. between stages by non-contact sealings, e.g. of labyrinth type

Abstract

A mechanical seal has a seal face (11) located in a rotary holder (27) which is spring biased away from a drive ring (19). An elastomeric bellows (16) seals these components. The holder and drive ring are longitudinally restrained and rotationally coupled by at least one male portion (30) in one of these members engaging with a female portion (31) in the other of these members. The holder and the drive ring may be utilised in either a single seal or a double seal by selecting an appropriately shaped elastomeric bellows.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/36 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member connected by a diaphragm to the other member

Abstract

A seal cavity throat bushing for use with rotating fluid equipment having a seal cavity (5) which is defined by a rotary shaft, a housing (3) and a sealing device (7) at one end of the cavity. The bushing comprises an annular element (15) which is adapted for a tight fit in the housing at the entrance of the cavity, the element having a radially outer cylindrical surface, a radially inner cylindrical surface having a diameter greater than that of the shaft, a first annular surface (20) at the cavity entrance, a second annular surface (21 ) at the cavity exit and a third annular surface (22) longitudinally positioned between the first and second annular surfaces and provided with at least one vane (23) which extends from a radially outer position to a radially inner position and which slopes from the third annular surface, inwardly, towards the entrance of the cavity and the first annular surface.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/18 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with stuffing-boxes for elastic or plastic packings
• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member

Abstract

A bearing seal device has an air purge mechanism that includes a rotor connected to the shaft of a piece of rotating equipment and a stator connected to the housing for the rotating equipment. An air passage extends between an inlet and an outlet and is at least partially defined by circumferentially extending stator and/or rotor surfaces. Preferably, the stator incorporates an orifice, which permits the attachment of an air supply line. The air purge mechanism may include a self-compensating air supply regulator device, located adjacent a circumferential air distribution cavity and substantially adjacent to one or more atmospheric communication orifices. The bearing seal device provides sealing integrity when the shaft is both idle and operational.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings

Abstract

A seal device, which accommodates axial displacement between a housing and shaft of an item of rotating equipment, includes a stator which locates into the housing of a piece of rotating equipment. A first rotor locates on the shaft of the rotating equipment and a second rotor is rotationally coupled to the first rotor with the first rotor being permitted to axially float with respect to the second rotor. The device provides sealing integrity when the shaft is both idle and operational. The sealing device may be used, for instance, in a double ended centrifugal pump where shaft displacement occurs from thermal expansion.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings

Abstract

An alignment apparatus includes a first stator, located in a stator of a piece of rotating equipment, and a second stator couplingly connected to the first stator and able to be angularly rotated relative to the first stator. The second stator can seal an interface between a shaft and housing in the piece of rotating equipment. The alignment apparatus permits angular misalignment between a stator, a housing and a rotor shaft, and may be used, for example, in a bearing protector or an isolator installed on a Pillow Box.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/34 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces with slip-ring pressed against a more or less radial face on one member
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings
• F16C 23/08 - Ball or roller bearings self-adjusting
• F16C 33/76 - Sealings of ball or roller bearings

Goods & Services

METAL BEARING ISOLATORS AND BEARING PROTECTORS IN THE FORM OF NON-MECHANICAL SEALS AND COMPONENTS THEREOF MECHANICAL SEALS AND COMPONENTS THEREOF; BEARING ISOLATORS AND BEARING PROTECTORS HAVING CONTACTING SURFACES OR HAVING NON-CONTACTING SURFACES THAT ROTATE RELATIVE TO ONE ANOTHER AND COMPONENTS THEREOF; MACHINE PARTS, NAMELY, LABYRINTH SEALS AND LIP SEALS AND COMPONENTS THEREOF NON-METAL BEARING ISOLATORS AND BEARING PROTECTORS IN THE FORM OF NON-MECHANICAL SEALS AND COMPONENTS THEREOF MECHANICAL SEAL REPAIR SERVICES MECHANICAL SEAL SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE NATURE OF CONDITION MONITORING OF PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE WITHIN MECHANICAL SEALS FOR DETERMINING WHETHER MECHANICAL SEALS ARE PERFORMING EFFICIENTLY; MECHANICAL SEAL SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE NATURE OF CONDITION MONITORING OF MECHANICAL SEALS FOR IMPROVING THE RELIABILITY OF MECHANICAL SEALS

Abstract

An isolator device, which may be a bearing seal or a bearing isolator, for use hindering fluid flow between components which are rotating relative to each other about a longitudinal axis, the flow being in one direction parallel to this axis, includes a stator for securing to a rotary fixed one of the components and a rotor for securing to a relatively rotating one of the components. The stator has a surface which extends longitudinally and adjacent to a surface of a component, which rotates relative to the stator. The fluid flow is between the two surfaces and the stator surface is non-parallel to the adjacent component surface and is shaped to promote fluid flow in a direction opposing the general fluid flow direction.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals.

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[ mechanical seals ] control systems for mechanical seals comprised of control valves for regulating the flow of gases and fluids

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; parts and fittings therefor.

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Metering devices for measurement and regulation of fluids

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals; control systems for mechanical seals.

Abstract

An isolator seal comprises a stator member (17) for location into the stator of rotating equipment and a rotor member (14) for location onto a rotary shaft of the rotating equipment. These two members provide respective adjacent surfaces (82/83) and a static shut-off device (81) engages both adjacent surfaces when the rotor member is static and disengages one or more of said surfaces when the rotor member is dynamic. In one aspect of the present invention at least one of said surfaces is inclined to the longitudinal axis at an angle greater or less than 90~. In a further aspect of the present invention the static shut-off device comprises a resilient annular sealing member (354) and an auxiliary member (357), movable between a first position, when the rotor member is static, at which said auxiliary member compresses said resilient annular member into engagement with both said surfaces, and a second position at which the compression on said resilient member is reduced, whereby the resilient annular member disengages one or more of said rotor and stator surfaces when the-rotor is dynamic.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16J 15/16 - Sealings between relatively-moving surfaces
• F16J 15/447 - Labyrinth packings

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals, namely bearing protectors, bearing isolators, labyrinth seals, bearing and related seals, and non-contacting seals; repeller rings and expeller rings for use with rotating equipment

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals being machine parts; bearing protectors for machines; bearing isolators for machines; labyrinth seals being machine parts; bearing seals being machine parts; non-contacting seals being machine parts; repellers and expellers for repelling and expelling fluids or solids from rotating equipment; parts and fittings for the aforesaid goods.

Goods & Services

Bearing protectors; bearing isolators; labyrinth seals; bearings and related seals; non-contacting seals; repellers; expellers; parts and fittings for the aforesaid goods.

Goods & Services

Bearing protectors.

Goods & Services

(1) Seals and / or leakage prevention or limitation devices for sealing machine bearings in pump frames, electric motors and gear boxes for laboratory and industrial use namely, labyrinth seals, bearing seals and non-contacting seals, machine parts for laboratory and industrial use, namely, metal and non-metal repellers and expellers for use in laboratory pump frames to keep / force fluid in and keep / force debris and water out; and parts for all the aforesaid goods.

Goods & Services

(1) Bearing protectors, namely, a bearing seal isolator and/or protector using mechanical seal face technology to seal the bearing cavity of a piece of rotating equipment.

Goods & Services

SEALS AND/OR LEAKAGE PREVENTION OR LIMITATION DEVICES FOR SEALING MACHINE BEARINGS IN PUMP FRAMES; ELECTRIC MOTORS AND GEAR BOXES FOR LABORATORY AND INDUSTRIAL USE NAMELY, LABYRINTH SEALS, BEARING SEALS AND NON-CONTACTING SEALS; MACHINE PARTS FOR LABORATORY AND INDUSTRIAL USE, NAMELY, METAL AND NON-METAL BEARING ISOLATORS AND BEARING PROTECTORS; MACHINE PARTS, NAMELY, METAL AND NON-METAL REPELLERS AND EXPELLERS FOR USE IN LABORATORY PUMP FRAMES TO KEEP/FORCE FLUID IN AND KEEP/FORCE DEBRIS AND WATER OUT; AND PARTS FOR ALL THE AFORESAID GOODS

Goods & Services

Bearing protectors; bearing isolators; labyrinth seals; bearing and related seals; non-contacting seals; repellers; expellers; parts and fittings for the aforesaid goods.

Goods & Services

MACHINE PARTS, NAMELY, BEARING SEAL ISOLATOR AND/OR PROTECTOR USING MECHANICAL SEAL FACE TECHNOLOGY TO SEAL THE BEARING CAVITY OF A PIECE OF ROTATING EQUIPMENT VEHICLE PARTS, NAMELY, BEARING PROTECTORS

Goods & Services

MACHINE PARTS, NAMELY, BEARING SEAL ISOLATOR AND/OR PROTECTOR USING MECHANICAL SEAL FACE TECHNOLOGY TO SEAL THE BEARING CAVITY OF A PIECE OF ROTATING EQUIPMENT VEHICLE PARTS, NAMELY, BEARING PROTECTORS

Goods & Services

Packings for rotating equipment, namely, pumps, agitators, reactors and valve stems, and any other piece of rotating equipment to seal the environment from leaking product; gland packings manufactured from aramid fibers, graphite, pan fibers, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) fibers, PTFE dispersion and/or mineral or graphite lubricants or natural and glass fibers, stuffing, joint fillers, expansion joint fillers, rubber rings for sealing pipework or vessels, reactors, agitators and pump joints, rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines, pipes, gaskets, O-rings, seals manufactured from metal, non-metal or other materials but not including asbestos, sealant compounds for joints

Goods & Services

Mechanical seals, as machine parts, for use in motors and pumps, mechanical controls to prevent leaks in mechanical seals and parts for all the foregoing

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Mechanical seals: parts and fittings therefor.

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(1) Mechanical seals and parts and fittings therefor.

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mechanical seals for use in mixers, compressors and screw feeders