MECO-Marine has developed the Sea-GARD,
a double-face mechanical seal for Rudder posts and other
hull penetrations for rotating shafts. The Sea-GARD design tolerates significant
shaft runout and angular misalignment, providing leak-free service even with
worn rudder stock bearings. The sacrificial seal faces provide long service
life even in muddy, abrasive waters. Unlike packing seals or lip seals, the
Sea-GARD does not slide against the shaft, and no shaft wear can occur. Sea-GARD
seals are available fully-split for easy retrofit installation.
A typical installation is on Tug Kennebec, a harbor tug in Bath, Maine. The largest installed base of Sea-GARD seals is on offshore supply vessels, operating in the Gulf of Mexico.
Revised 5 November, 2003
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79 Old Clinton Road, Building 5
Flemington, NJ 08822-5717
(908) 237 9099
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email: shiprepair@vogler.net
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