en.Wedoany.com Reported - John Crane has completed the first full repair and dynamic testing of a high-pressure dry gas seal at its service center in Rio Claro (São Paulo state), Brazil. The company stated that this is part of its strategy to strengthen local operations by enhancing local business through dedicated infrastructure for testing and repairing dry gas seals.

Regional Manager Rogério Quirino stated: "In terms of logistics, the process is more streamlined because customers no longer need to send dry gas seals abroad; they can have them repaired locally. This directly translates into increased agility and reliability in the availability of this asset for the customer." The entire dynamic testing process involves everything from initial inspection to high-pressure and high-speed operation—reaching pressures of 450 bar and speeds of 30,000 RPM. Quirino said the test is conducted in a controlled environment, ensuring the dry gas seal can be delivered to the field safely and intact.

Beyond services, John Crane continues to invest in bringing new technologies to the market. Its new products include the 93AX isolation seal, designed to work in conjunction with dry gas seals, aiming to extend compressor runtime, reduce emissions, and decrease nitrogen consumption. Quirino emphasized that the Rio Claro service center is fully equipped to repair and maintain this new series, combining local infrastructure with the company's cutting-edge technical support.

Regarding the offshore market, John Crane believes the Brazilian market remains very active, with new platforms coming into operation every year. The company's goal is not just repair, but to conduct detailed asset assessments, working with customers to identify the root causes of failures and improve on-site operational reliability.

The Brazilian operation is crucial to the company's global operations, focusing on serving the local market and the Latin American region. Quirino stated that the company continues to invest in local infrastructure to serve Brazil and the entire Latin American market.

John Crane will showcase the 93AX and other advanced engineering solutions at the Bahia Oil & Gas Energy Show, taking place from May 27 to 29, 2026, in Salvador.

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