Hi, Can anyone tell me if WLR colu

[Rainman55]

Hi,
Can anyone tell me if WLR column is supposed to leak at the flanges? I would presume not, but I have reason to believe that leaks have occured on several of our jobs. Is there a way to prevent leaking at the 8" column flanges? We have tried wire brushing the mating surfaces to remove any debris, and have tried re-assembly with and without silicone with the same undesirable results.
If there is not a good way to stop the leaking, is there any rule of thumb to calculate the loss in volume?
Thank you
Rainman55

 

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Western Land Roller is now Flowserve, Mfg plant is in Hastings, ne 402 463-1306 ask for John Broke, he should help you there watts line is 1-800-437-8671

We make some of there brass packing glands