In an interaction with Industry Outlook, Dinesh Duggal, Director at EagleBurgmann India, shares how engineered seals are evolving to meet rising demands in India’s power and process industries by enhancing durability, reducing emissions, enabling predictive maintenance, and delivering higher reliability, efficiency, and ROI compared to traditional sealing technologies.
With rising asset stress in India’s power and process sectors, how are engineered seals evolving to address higher temperature, pressure, and media compatibility demands across legacy and new plants?
The rising asset stress in India’s power and process sectors represents an evolution—not just for the industry, but also for the products that support it. For example, at EagleBurgmann, we have equipped ourselves with a portfolio of high-performance sealing solutions, fully supported by advanced manufacturing and testing facilities.
Sealing solutions for challenging media—especially those involving elevated temperatures (350°C and above) and high pressures (100 bar and beyond)—require precision engineering. Our product range includes advanced metal bellows seals and high-pressure pusher seals designed for high sliding velocities and stationary configurations that effectively manage shaft deflections. These are complemented by advanced sealing faces, reinforcing our position as a trusted seal manufacturer with a proven track record.
Our dynamic test rigs for mechanical seals—used in pumps, agitators, boiler feed pumps (BFPs), and both slow- and high-speed applications—simulate real-world conditions with hot and cold fluids. These facilities are central to validating the design, engineering, and performance of our seals across the power and process industry, including upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
What performance gaps in traditional sealing solutions are engineered seals now solving, particularly in India’s high-particulate process industries like cement, refining, or coal-based power?
High-particulate environments in India’s process industries—ranging from crude handling in refineries to coal handling in power plants—have consistently posed challenges for sealing solution providers. Despite the operational differences between these sectors, the expectation of a longer Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) remains universally high.
Sealing requirements in a refinery differ significantly from those in a coal-based power plant, yet both, demand robust solutions capable of enduring abrasive conditions. Infiltrating particles tend to abrade seal faces, disrupt the thin liquid film essential for effective sealing, and generate excessive heat—all of which pose serious challenges in traditional sealing technologies.
To address these challenges, we at EagleBurgmann have developed a range of engineered seals that are tested under harsh conditions, including slurry test rigs. These designs incorporate:
These solutions are now reliably serving refineries and coal-based power plants, helping to extend MTBF, reduce maintenance frequency, and improve overall equipment reliability.
How do engineered seals contribute to measurable reductions in fugitive emissions and unplanned downtimes, especially under India’s tightening environmental norms for heavy industries?
Fugitive emissions and unplanned downtimes are distinct challenges, yet they are closely intertwined in industrial operations. At EagleBurgmann, we recognize the critical importance of addressing both—especially in the context of India’s increasingly stringent environmental regulations.
Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our GreenCO Gold certification, which underscores our dedication to environmental compliance and operational excellence. Several of our engineered sealing solutions are specifically designed to reduce emissions and enhance equipment reliability.
For example:
These engineered seals and systems not only help reduce fugitive emissions but also play a vital role in minimizing unplanned downtimes and breakdowns—ensuring safer, cleaner, and more reliable industrial operations.
What material science or design innovations are pushing the boundaries of engineered seal reliability in corrosive or abrasive applications seen in Indian chemical and petrochemical sectors?
The design of a mechanical seal—particularly the selection of compatible hardware and soft components—is a critical factor in ensuring effective sealing performance in corrosive and abrasive media. These applications present unique challenges, especially when dilution of the medium is not permissible, yet its aggressive nature must still be managed.
Our seals are engineered with materials specifically chosen for compatibility with the operating fluid. We have developed numerous sealing solutions that:
These designs incorporate exotic materials and are tailored to meet the demands of each application without compromising reliability.
Our approach is grounded in extensive field studies, research and development, pilot trials, and fluid dynamics analysis. We also conduct detailed evaluations of the physical and chemical properties of the media. This is supported by a comprehensive data bank and a continuous process of design enhancement—ensuring our seals remain effective across a wide range of corrosive and abrasive environments.
Compared to legacy mechanical sealing systems, what ROI benchmarks are Indian clients observing after transitioning to next gen engineered seals in large-scale deployments?
The adoption of API 682, the global standard for mechanical seals and systems, has catalysed the transition from traditional sealing technologies to next generation engineered solutions. This standard defines clear and consistent requirements for seal design, performance, and reliability—making it a benchmark for modern industrial sealing.
One of the key advantages of API 682-compliant seals is their ability to deliver longer Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), which directly translates into reduced maintenance frequency and improved operational uptime. Even dimensional aspects of the standard—such as the optimal annular space between the outer diameter of the seal and the inner diameter of the stuffing box—contribute to better heat dissipation and overall seal performance.
When combined with EagleBurgmann’s advanced face materials, such as textured sealing surfaces, and precision-engineered designs, clients are experiencing significantly improved reliability and return on investment. These transitions are setting new expectations for performance and lifecycle value in large-scale industrial deployments.
What strategic initiatives is EagleBurgmann undertaking to position itself as a sealing technology?
Before we speak of strategic initiatives, it’s important to understand the foundation on which EagleBurgmann India is built: a commitment to superlative quality, field-proven reliability, and responsive service. Our sealing solutions are deployed across industries, consistently overcoming challenging parameters in a wide range of rotating equipment. This is our assurance to customers that our products and services will continue to support the uninterrupted operation of their plants.
Our initiatives are part of an ongoing journey. We operate state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Pune, Mumbai, and Vapi, equipped with the latest technologies including:
We also maintain exhaustive testing capabilities, including few salient ones like:
These efforts reflect our alignment with India’s Make-in-India vision, positioning EagleBurgmann as a trusted technology partner in the country’s industrial growth story.
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