A high performance permanent replacement for braided packing and mechanical seals, IFS 5400 for pumps and valves totally eliminates need for lantern rings and flush water. Fluid seal is easily installed and eliminates downtime and inventory of seal/packing supplies. Its long life and continued effectiveness is maintained simply by topping up on-line. Seal is self-lubricating, self-0cooling, reduces shaft wear and energy costs by up to 50% and provides near zero leakage. Material excels under high temperature and high load environments in various formulations suitable for most media. Kem-A-Trix Inc. (Lubricants) Inc. P.O. Box 580 Champlain, NY, 12919-0580