Break-in procedures for new packing allow gradual seating and bedding-in at reduced pressure before exposing seals to full operating conditions. Controlled break-in reduces initial wear, allows thermal stabilization, and ensures proper packing seating, extending service life compared to immediate full-pressure operation that can damage incompletely seated packing. https://globalsealstech.com/product-category/oil-gas-seals/oil-free-lubricated-pump-seals/