KSB’s Eta Pumps Offer Flexible Solutions
The Eta series of pumps has been around for decades. It’s one of KSB’s most popular pump lines, and Eta pumps are easily the world’s most-utilized in the field of water processing applications. Even as pump technology has continued to change over the years, the core design of Eta pumps has established itself as a […]
The Advantages of SEEPEX Progressive Cavity Pumps
SEEPEX is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of progressive cavity pumps. They have been developing and producing innovative progressive cavity pumps, macerators and control systems since 1972 and the technology continues to evolve year after year. Their pumps are designed for market-specific applications and built for optimal performance. Here are some of SEEPEX’s […]
Pump Highlight: PRIMEROYAL™ Series Metering Pumps
Milton Roy (sometimes referred to simply as MilRoy) has been a leading manufacturer of pumps since 1936. They are one of the top companies when it comes to metering pumps, and their PRIMEROYAL Series sets the standard. Impressive engineering and quality construction make these metering pumps among the most popular on the market. And we […]
Extend Pump Life with These Mechanical Sealing Options
Mechanical seals prevent leaks and the introduction of contaminants between a pump’s rotating shaft and the pump casing. There are many different styles of mechanical seals. They come in all sorts of sizes and configurations to work with different pumps and fluid media. Some are rather simple in design, while others are much more complex. […]
The Advantages of Pumping in Series
Several solutions are available when an application demands higher head than just one standard pump can handle. One option is to replace the pump with a larger, heavier duty model. This certainly makes sense from a performance standpoint. However, the bigger the pump, the higher the cost. Is that kind of upgrade in your equipment […]
What Seal is Best for Cryogenic Temperatures?
Cryogenics involves the study of how matter behaves at extremely low temperatures. In some cases, these temperatures might approach absolute zero as liquefied gasses, refrigerants, coolants, low-temperature hydrocarbons and other cryogenic liquids are used to create very cold environments with stable chemical reactions. The Challenges of Cryogenic Sealing One of the biggest challenges in […]
What Effects Does Internal Clearance Have on Bearing Life?
When it comes to maintaining a bearing and maximizing its lifespan, internal clearance is an important factor to understand. If the clearance isn’t right, bearings will not perform efficiently and they will wear out more quickly. What is Internal Clearance? First, it pays to understand what internal clearance represents. In essence, it is the […]
How to Handle Cavitation in Your Application
Cavitation is a serious concern for pump operators. It occurs when miscalibration or other problems cause the formation and subsequent implosion of vapor bubbles within a pump. Cavitation can happen anywhere the pressure of a process liquid falls below it’s ideal vapor pressure. Why is Cavitation a Problem? When cavitation occurs, it can do […]
An Unconventional Balancing Method for Your Mechanical Seals
Mechanical seals are very important in pumps. There are various types of mechanical seals that perform specific functions within a pump. Keeping these seals in good working order is crucial for pump efficiency and equipment longevity. Maintaining proper seal balance is one of the key features of any good maintenance program. What is Mechanical […]
Improving the Performance of Your Motor Drive
Pump technology continues to advance with innovative engineering and the development of specialized equipment to handle specific applications and pump processes. One of the biggest areas where operators can gain efficiency is the pump motor. The motor drive is the heartbeat of any piece of equipment. When it is properly configured, customized, operated and maintained, […]
6 Practices to Help You Manage Leaks More Efficiently
If you have a leak in your pump system, it’s bad news. Whether it’s a leaking valve, pump housing, connector or pipe, there are many concerns that will arise. First, it’s bad for equipment, which is not going to run efficiently. This leads to lost productivity and increased downtime to make repairs. Second, it’s bad […]
7 Tips for Planning a Dewatering Project
Just about every construction and mining operation has to deal with groundwater and surface water. Sometimes you need to recycle and reuse the water, while other times you just need to get rid of it so you can effectively work on the site. There are a lot of important factors to deal with when it […]