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Magazine Articles
Listed below are recently published articles written by Garlock technical experts. Click on the link to read the entire article.

 
     
 
  Why Some Flange ISolation Kits Fail (04/09/2012)
    An article written for the Pipeline & Gas Journal's March issue by Jay Keldsen. ...more
 
 
 
 
  The "One Thing" Management Approach (02/10/2012)
    Janet Jessen writes an article on becoming a more effective manager one task at a time....more
 
 
 
 
  EnPro Industries named as one of America's Safest Companies (11/28/2011)
    EnPro Industries was named one of America's safest companies in EHS Today magazine. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Marine Exhaust Systems: Special Sealing Challenges (11/16/2011)
    An article written by Sherwin Damdar and Wayne Evans for the November issue of Maritime Reporter...more
 
 
 
 
  Using Fiber Metal Abradable Seals in Aerospace Turbine Applications (10/07/2011)
    An article written by Bob Schricker from the Technetics Group...more
 
 
 
 
  What are the most important considerations before and after ordering a non-metallic expansion joint? (09/14/2011)
    Bruce Stratton writes an article for the FSA's Sealing Sense in May 2011. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Hybrid Sealing Technology for FLooded Applications (09/14/2011)
    An article written by Chris Tones for Pumps and Systems Magazine's September issue ...more
 
 
 
 
  Seal Makers Plug Away (09/14/2011)
    An article written by Sean Ottewell, Editor from Chemical Processing Magazine with highlights from Jim Drago, Matt Tones and Earl Rogalski. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Sealing Fuel Cells for Peak Performance (09/02/2011)
    An article written by Sherwin Damdar and Jim Drago for the August issue of Advanced Fuel Technology.  ...more
 
 
 
 
  Control Leaks with Bearing Isolators (08/10/2011)
    An article written by James Wong on how to control leaks with bearing isolator technology. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Expansion Joints Dampen Harmful Vibration in Emergency Dielsel Generators (08/10/2011)
    An article written by Zach Bensusan for Nuclear Power International Magazine...more
 
 
 
 
  How do I prevent galvanic corrosion in my packing gland? (08/10/2011)
    Chris Boss has written an article for Pumps and Systems. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Recycling and Energy Efficiency Protect the Environment and Boost the Bottom Line (07/20/2011)
    Written by Pierre Barnabe from Garlock du Canada.
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  Maintaining Integrity: Effects of SIP Sterilization on PTFE Diaphragms (07/20/2011)
    Written by Steve Pitolaj for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing magazine's June issue
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  How OSHA, ANSI and GHS Impact MSDS for Sealing Products (05/20/2011)
    An article written by Mike McNally who is a Senior Chemist at Garlock.
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  Specifying Elastomer Seals for Nuclear Plant Applications (04/14/2011)
    An article written by Matt Tones, Lou Mattina and Jim Drago.
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  The Advantages of PTFE in Demanding Filtration Applications (04/07/2011)
    An article written by Randy Pepper, Ph.D. from Plastomer Technologies
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  b-to-b use of social medial outpaces b-to-c (04/05/2011)
    An article written by Janet Jessen on how b-to-b use of social media is outpacing b-to-c.
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  Listen to your customer (03/31/2011)
    An article by Jim Drago on listening to your customer.
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  Legislating Leak Detection (03/28/2011)
    Published in the March 23 newsletter edition of Flow Control Magazine.
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  PTFE helps advance critical energy industry requirements (01/24/2011)
    An article written by Eric Policky from Plastomer Technologies
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  How do I choose a gasket for an FDA application? (01/11/2011)
    An article written by FSA member and Garlock's Sr Applications Engineer Dave Burgess
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  Advanced Sealing Technology Extends Equipment Life (12/02/2010)
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  Common terms defined in LDAR (12/02/2010)
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  Spiral-wound, or kammprofile gasket? (11/15/2010)
    Written by Chad Yoder in partnership with David Reeves of Chevron Richmond Refinery in Richmond, California.
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  What B2B and B2C Marketers Can Learn From Each Other (11/04/2010)
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  Garlock, Chevron Co-Develop Ultra-Low Emission Packing (11/02/2010)
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  Using Outage Season to STAMP, SPRUCE non-metallic expansion joints (10/27/2010)
    The cover story of Energy Tech's October issue written by Michael Eighmey.
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  Thread Lubricants Can boost Bolt Load, Coated Fasteners (10/26/2010)
    An article written by John Crandall.
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  Prevent Braided Shaft Seal Problems (10/26/2010)
    Sleuthing compression packing failures: Forensic analysis can point to root causes and corrective action.
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  Enhanced LDAR Programs for the Chemical Processing Industries (10/22/2010)
    This paper was presented at the 2010 Chem Innovations Conference and Expo.
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  How to Foster Customer-Driven Innovation (08/11/2010)
    An article written by Janet Jessen; Vice President, Global Marketing, Innovation and Engineering about the importance of customer-driven innovation.
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  Optical technologies monitor leak detection, fugitive emissions (08/06/2010)
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  Q&A: Leak Detection and Repair (08/04/2010)
    Common questions and answers about Leak Detection and Repair.
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  A New Solution for Flange Adhesion (07/16/2010)
    Learn how Garlock is helping with flanges' stickiest problems.
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  Garlock sends a taste of home to troops (07/16/2010)
   

How Garlock is helping the troops overseas.

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  Containing Fugitive Emissions (07/06/2010)
    Practical ways to seal valve stems and prevent unwanted emissions. Written by Jim Drago.
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  Pump Sealing System with Reduced Water Use  (07/06/2010)
    An article targeting the Chemical and Pulp and Paper Industries for help on the reduction of water usage throughout the plant. Written by Chris Boss and Tim Hurley of Garlock.
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  Controlled-Swell Gaskets can Limit Leaks from Flanged Connections (06/14/2010)
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  Prepare to Clamp Down Tighter on Leaks (05/13/2010)
    EPA is prompting a more proactive and comprehensive approach to reduce fugitive emissions....more
 
 
 
 
  First Quarter Sales Rise for Garlock (05/07/2010)
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  Vessel Manways and Handholes Pose Special Sealing Challenges ... (05/07/2010)
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  Observation-Equipment Maker Upgrades its Gaskets (05/05/2010)
    A Twinsburg Ohio company who manufactures process observation equipment upgrades its gasket choice to Garlock Style 3504.
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  The Search for Better Sealing Solutions (04/29/2010)
    Rochester Engineering Symposium, April 27, 2010 - Matt Tones, Bruce Stratton, and David Roberts presented NY State approved engineer continuing education courses on gaskets, expansion joints, and oil...more
 
 
 
 
  Advancements in Dynamic Sealing Technology (04/29/2010)
    Rochester Engineering Symposium, April 27, 2010 - Matt Tones, Bruce Stratton, and David Roberts presented NY State approved engineer continuing education courses on gaskets, expansion joints, and oil...more
 
 
 
 
  Seal of Approval (04/29/2010)
    Machinery & Equipment MRO Magazine talks about hybrid bearing isolators, a.k.a. labyrinth seals meeting tough demands for sealing, written by Garlock's Earl Rogalski.
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  Improved sealing methods make wind turbines more reliable (04/13/2010)
    Article by Garlock’s Jim Drago talks about the advantages of bearing isolators versus traditional lip seals in wind turbine applications in the April 2010 issue of Windpower Engineering...more
 
 
 
 
  The Fluid Stops Here: Technology Trends & Best Practices for Sealing Solutions (04/09/2010)
    Garlock's Jim Drago is quoted extensively in this article from the March 2010 issue of Flow Control....more
 
 
 
 
  Improving Equipment Uptime (1/22/2010)
    Bearing surfaces are the most critical and often the most expensive portion of the rotary assembly in industrial rotating equipment; it is imperative to protect these components.  This paper exa...more
 
 
 
 
  Get 'Width' It: Gasket choices should not be too narrow or too wide (1/22/2010)
    This article describes the correct way to choose the correct width and thickness of gasket for the intended application.
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  Wanted: wasted energy; How to capture the reward of higher efficiency. (01/13/2010)
    Garlock's Chris Boss and Klozure's Earl Rogalski contributed to this article in the January 2010 issue of Plant Services Magazine....more
 
 
 
 
  Collaboration Leads to Innovation and High Preformance (01/08/2010)
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  Succeeding in Today's Economy (01/08/2010)
    Top Executives Examine the State of the Industry 2010....more
 
 
 
 
  Sealing Pumps Tame Hostile Environments (12/15/2009)
    Sealing Pumps Tame Hostile Environments - By Chris Boss and Tim Hurley - Process Magazine, December 2009.  Choosing and applying the correct packing and flush control to compression packing give...more
 
 
 
 
  Process-Exclusive Pump Sealing Technology - By Chris Boss and Tim Hurley, Pumps and Systems Magazine, October 2009 (11/11/2009)
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  "Emission Reduction Inside and Out" - Staff, July/August, Chem.Info Magazine (11/10/2009)
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  "Program Cuts Water Waste at Mill" - by Garlock Area Sales Manager Bill Searle, September, Machinery & Equipment MRO Magazine (11/10/2009)
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  "Bearing Isolators Meet Tough Demands" - By Earl Rogalski, October, Pumps and Systems Magazine (11/10/2009)
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  "Fugitive Emissions: The Full Story" - By Jim Drago, P.E., Fall Quarter, Valve Magazine (11/10/2009)
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  Selecting the Correct Sealing Solution (09/22/2009)
    Jim Drago presents guidelines for selecting the correct sealing solution in the September 2009 issue of Plant Engineering....more
 
 
 
 
  Understanding Sealing Solutions (07/30/2009)
   

The publication of the AIChe, Chemical Engineering Progress features guidance on sealing solutions in its Back to Basics series.  Written by Garlock's Manager of Applications Engineering, Mat...more
 
 
 
 
  Is There a New Way to Monitor Fugitive Emissions? (07/30/2009)
    Pumps & Systems Magazine features an article written for the Fluid Sealing Association by Garlock's Chris Hicks and Jim Drago, P.E. New optical methods to detect emissions are discussed....more
 
 
 
 
  Experiences Performing API Standard 622, Type Testing of Process Valve Packing for Fugitive Emissions (06/24/2009)
    Valve World Magazine, June 2009 issue publishes Garlock's experiences running the new American Petroleum Institute's standard for testing....more
 
 
 
 
  Strengthening the Weakest Link (06/12/2009)
    Garlock 212-ULE is discussed in Chemical Engineering Magazine (www.che.com), along with other new materials and designs that can help overcome chemical process indus...more
 
 
 
 
  Garlock’s HYDRA-JUST® Sealing System Slashes Water Consumption of Slurry Pumps (06/09/2009)
   

For Canadian chemical and paper industries, billions of cubic meters of water annually are consumed at a cost of more that $2.5 billion.  With the introduction of Garlock's HYDRA_JUST sealing...more
 
 
 
 
  Proper Gasket Removal (05/19/2009)
    Proper Gasket removal and replacement can reduce maintenance and increase uptime.  Appearing in Hydrocarbon Processing May 2009....more
 
 
 
 
  General Revitalization (04/30/2009)
   

Garlock's Palmyra plant modernization project is featured in the April 2009 issue of Industrial Engineer.

 

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  Keeping the Loop Closed (04/30/2009)
    Properly sealed piping systems are critical to efficient, sustainable plant operations.
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  Plants Seal Their Fate (04/30/2009)
    Chemical Process Engineering July 2008...more
 
 
 
 
  Selecting Environmentally Responsible Sealing Solutions (02/17/2009)
    Pumps & Systems Magazine features Garlock's Jim Drago, P.E. discussing the how to select seals to meet environmental requirements....more
 
 
 
 
  Advice for Ensuring Application Performance & Longevity (01/31/2009)
   

Reprint from the January 2009 issue of Flow Control Magazine.  Great advice from Jim Drago, P.E. for seal selection and installation for performance optimization.

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  Garlock Feature Story in IMPO Magazine (10/24/2008)
    Read how our investment in renovation and sustainability efforts have paid dividends for us and our customers...more
 
 
 
 
  Are You Playing Offense or Defense With Your Leak Detection and Repair? (10/17/2008)
    Pumps & Systems Magazine - Garlock's Jim Drago, P.E. writes for the Fluid Sealing Association to answer this concen of petroleum and chemical process plants....more
 
 
 
 
  Bearings, Gaskets, Seals & Packing Choosing The Right Sealing Solution (10/14/2008)
   

Garlock expert Jim Drago provides guidance on selecting the correct sealing solution in the August issue of Canadian Process Equipment and Control News

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  Material differences and gasket efficiency in low load conditions (06/02/2007)
    An article from Garlock Expert Jim Drago looks at how different gasket materials can cope in low load conditions....more
 
 
 
 
  Causes and Costs of Gasket Failure (05/23/2007)
    Downtime in a chemical processing plant has been estimated at $500,000 per day, so it behooves the industry to prevent gasket failures by getting at their root causes. ...more
 
 
 
 
  Proper Installation of a Bolted Joint Gasket (05/13/2007)
    If bolted joint gaskets are not properly installed, it can cost thousands to replace them and their associated parts....more
 
 
 
 
  Extending Equipment Life through Improved Sealing Technology (05/03/2007)
   

Bearing failure in power generation equipment significantly impacts operating expense and profitability due to costly equipment rebuild and equipment downt...more
 
 
 
 
  The Importance of Load in Maintaining Seal (04/23/2007)
    Garlock expert Jim Drago discusses the importance of compressive load in maintaining a proper seal....more
 
 
 
 
  Global Sealing Technology – Addressing EPC contractors & End User requirements (04/13/2007)
   

Ensuring consistency of components sourced in any part of the world is a key issue continually facing EPC (Engineering Procurement & Construction) contractors and subsequently plant owners.&nb...more
 
 
 
 
  Metal-to-metal seals: the innovative route in static sealing (04/03/2007)
   

Process developments over the past thirty years, demanding ultra high vacuum, high temperatures and pressures, have driven the need for advanced technology seals.  Michel Le Fr...more
 
 
 
 
  The Seven Steps for Selecting the Correct Sealing Device (03/24/2007)
    As appeared in the April issue of Maintenance Technology.  Article written by Garlock experts Matt Tones, Product Manager and Jim Drago, P.E. ...more
 
     
   
   
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