Klaus Meck

Klaus-D. Meck is the Innovation Director of Core Technology & Simulation at John Crane, a division of Smiths Group plc, and a global manufacturer and service provider for mechanical seals and supporting equipment.

Mr. Meck has over 30 years of experience in sealing technology and rotating equipment, with roles in R&D and Application Engineering. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Stuttgart, Germany and is the author of several papers. He is also a named inventor on patents related to mechanical seals, power transmission couplings, and condition monitoring.

Abstract:
Innovations in Sealing Technology and Supporting Sciences Paving the Way for a Sustainable Energy Future

Sealing Technology is a pivotal science and technology in many engineered products, and its reliable operation decides over the reliability of the larger assembly or system, of which it is part of.

Within sealing, Mechanical Seals are complex assemblies of components used to seal rotating equipment such as centrifugal pumps, compressors, and agitators. These are critical machines in industries like oil and gas, power generation, water, petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, and general industry, and they are crucial for successful Energy Transition solutions.

This talk explores the challenges related to mechanical seals in Energy Transition applications, highlighting the critical role of Tribology, Materials Technology, and Lubrication Science, with examples from CCUS and Hydrogen that lead to a net-zero society.

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