Stuffing Box Details
This figure illustrates how, packing rings and the gland follower are located in reference to each other.
In this figure, C is showing location of five packing rings. Notice how they wrap around the stem.
Item A is showing the gland follower body, which is held in place by a nut and bolt assembly.
Item B shows the lower part of the gland follower which is pressing on top of the packing rings.