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John Crane's Type 28 dry gas seal, first launched in 1976, has become pivotal in reducing emissions for oil and gas operators. The technology replaces oil-based seals, enhancing safety and efficiency while allowing compressors to operate at higher speeds.

Over 50 years, sealing technology has advanced to meet rising demands, improving performance under higher pressures and temperatures. Wet-to-dry seal retrofits are being deployed in the Middle East, offering immediate emissions reductions without major plant redesigns.

In a UAE case, retrofitting reduced CO₂ emissions by 97%. John Crane's R&D focuses on hydrogen and CO₂ sealing solutions and digital monitoring to support decarbonization efforts as the UAE aims for Net Zero by 2050.