Abrasion-Resistant Sealing for Mining and Mineral Processing Equipment

Mining and mineral processing put more abrasive load on sealing components than almost any other industry — slurry pumps, crushers and filtration equipment all handle fine, hard particulate continuously, and a packing or filter media not built for it wears out in a fraction of its expected life.

Slurry pump shaft seals

Aramid Gland Packing is built specifically for this duty — its high-tenacity fibre resists abrasion and extrusion far better than standard yarns, which is why it is the standard choice wherever fine, hard particulate is present in the process fluid.

Mineral filtration

Rotary Filter Cloth is selected specifically to match the slurry chemistry and particle size of the process rather than a generic weave — the wrong weave here blinds within hours or lets fines through.

Dewatering and separation

Non-Woven Geotextile Felt handles filtration, drainage and separation duty in tailings and dewatering applications, specified by weight (GSM) to match the load and flow.

General coarse filtration

Polyester Wadding Filter covers coarser pre-filtration duty in dust and air-handling systems around processing plants.

Frequently asked questions

How much longer does aramid packing last versus standard packing on slurry pumps? It varies by slurry abrasiveness, but the difference is typically measured in months versus weeks — abrasive duty is exactly where the material difference matters most.

Can rotary filter cloth be reused after cleaning? Depends on wear condition — a cloth that has blinded from fine particle embedding usually needs replacement rather than cleaning.

Tell us your slurry particle size and pump duty and we’ll confirm the right packing and filter media before your next changeout.