FLEXIBLE PLATE APPARATUS FOR COMPRESSING SEALS AND PACKING

摘要

A flexible plate apparatus and related kit for compressing seals and packing. The apparatus increases sealing performance of valve stems or rotating shafts in industrial machines or equipment. The apparatus is formed by multiple plates which provide flex under loading conditions without material fatigue.

主权项

1. A flexible plate apparatus for compressing seals and packing, said apparatus comprising:
a plurality of plates, each said plate including a central aperture and at least two lateral apertures, wherein said central aperture is configured to accept a shaft and said lateral apertures are configured to accept a stud upon which corresponding nuts are installed, and tightening of said nuts compresses said plurality of plates against valve packing.