The Faces of DXP: Traci De Luna, Office Manager
What truly sets DXP apart is our people. Our clients would agree, and so do our amazing employees. One such team member is Traci De Luna, Office Manager for Turbo DXP, based in the Bay Area. Getting the Job Done Traci joined Turbo Machinery Repair more than 12 years ago, assuming the role of Office […]
Transfer High-Viscosity Fluids with a Circor Screw Pump
Circor is a leading manufacturer of motion and flow control solutions to handle the most demanding applications. They represent pumps and products from a wide list of brand subsidiaries, including many different types of pumps depending on your needs. Circor Screw Pump Brands Circor offers an exceptional line of screw pumps from quality brand names […]
What is NPSH and Why is it So Important to Pump Performance?
Net positive suction head (NPSH) is an important measure used by centrifugal pump engineers and pump operators. It is a matter of the pressure energy within a liquid that enables the fluid to be fed into the eye of the first-stage impeller. How to Calculate NPSH NPSH is calculated by adding the total static and […]
The 5 Most Common Problems Solved by Cortech DXP
At Cortech DXP, we consider ourselves more than just a pump and equipment distributor. What we do is of far greater importance. Customer service is always our top priority, and we are here to solve common pump system problems faced by all of our clients, as well as to find solutions for unique issues that […]
What is a Wobble Pump and in Which Applications is it Best Suited?
A wobble plate piston pump (more commonly referred to simply as a “wobble pump”) is a specialty pump ideal for applications that require a great deal of pressure. Some wobble pumps can handle up to 10,000 PSI or more, making it ideal for high-pressure, low-volume applications. How it Works A wobble pump works by using […]
5 Applications Ideal for Metering Pumps
Metering pumps are designed to handle a wide range of different chemicals and fluids, including acids, bases, corrosives, and highly viscous liquids. The primary advantage of metering pumps is their ability to provide highly precise control over flow rate and capacity, typically within one-half of one percent (0.5%) accuracy. Different types of metering pumps exist […]
What is Soft Foot and Why is it So Important to Leveling Pump Bases?
Soft foot is a common problem often seen in pumps and rotating machines that need to be set on permanent bases. Such equipment must be perfectly level with all components precisely aligned for ideal performance. If anything is out of alignment or not securely in place, pump problems, and even damage, are a near certainty. […]
9 Tips for Reducing Pump Ownership and Operation Expenses
No matter the industry you’re in, you have to watch your bottom line. Expenses add up and eat into profits, but as a plant operator you also need to make sure the jobs get done right. It’s a fine line to walk when it comes to owning, operating, and maintaining heavy-duty pumps. There’s energy consumption, […]
How Machine Grouting will Give Your Pump the Strongest Foundation
Properly mounting a pump is a necessity that is often overlooked or undervalued by plant operators. Unfortunately, it’s something we see far too often. Someone will buy the least expensive baseplate that’s available and place it on the floor with less-than-ideal footing and alignment. Before long, the pump is damaged or requires maintenance because bearings, […]
Eliminate Corrosion and Leaks with ANSIMAG Sealless Magnetic Drive Pumps
There are some applications where a mechanically sealed pump simply isn’t the right option, like when dealing with caustic chemicals and refinery waste. ANSIMAG Sealless Magnetic Drive Pumps ANSIMAG changed the game when they introduced to the market their line of sealless magnetic drive pumps, which eliminated the need for mechanical seals. Certain chemicals can […]
The Toughest Slurries Are No Problem with These Top-of-the-Line Slurry Pumps
As long as mechanical pumps have been around, slurries have presented a unique challenge for plant operators. There are many different types of slurries, depending on the process materials and application. Likewise, there are many different types of specialized slurry pumps for every situation. What Type of Slurry Are You Processing? It’s important to match […]
The Faces of DXP Pacific
Shawn Whalen, Senior Sales Engineer
Shawn Whalen recently celebrated his twentieth anniversary with Cortech DXP and was honored with a promotion he’d been hoping for: Senior Sales Engineer. Shawn has been one of Cortech’s top salespeople since joining the company two decades ago. Shawn services large customer accounts throughout California and Washington, with a special focus on the oil and […]