Style 2044 is an interlock braid, using spun aramid carded yarns, treated individually with PTFE suspensoid. The packing is also lubricated with silicone based compound for quick and easy break-in. The use of spun aramid fibers produces a softer and very tough packing, but one that is less abrasive than packings braided with aramid filaments.
Style 2044 is a durable packing able to withstand granular and abrasive applications. It is recommended for service in superheated steam, slurries, petroleum derivatives, solvents, chemicals, liquified gases, pulp and paper stocks, sugar syrups, and other abrasive fluids.
For a firmer aramid/PTFE packing, with higher pressure capabilities, see Style 2004.
A chemical processing facility was experiencing steam leakage on a sulphonator vessel after only a couple of weeks of run-time leading to reduced efficiency in the process and longer required run times.
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A chemical processing facility was experiencing leaks on FRP flange connections due to damage to the flanges caused by the use of gaskets that were not suitable for the requirements of low strength flanges, like FRP.
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A metal manufacturer was looking for a replacement for asbestos compression packing.
CMS Plant Case History
A chemical plant was having issues with skived virgin PTFE gaskets failing in a heat exchanger application.
2774 Harsh Chemicals Case History
A customer was using a PTFE packing from another manufacture in an auger conveyor system.
Teadit 2773 for Wastewater Treatment
A wastewater facility was utilizing a graphite packing in their pumps and experiencing numerous issues (shaft scoring, short run duration, constant retightening, etc.).
Pulp & Paper
A pulp and paper mill was having issues with microcellular PTFE in the liquor lines of their digester process.
Bromine Manufacturing Case History
A chemical processing facility was utilizing PTFE envelope style gaskets on a circulation heater.
