Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps for Improving Fluid Transfer Systems
Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps for Improving Fluid Transfer Systems When it comes to process control in fluid transferring systems, rotary positive displacement (PD) pumps can give you a major competitive advantage. We’re talking about continuous flow rates, improved control, increased throughput, and reduced waste. Our team at Cortech Engineering has put together some of […]
5 Common Pump Mistakes You Could Be Making
When dealing with pumps in your industrial pump operation, it’s important to make sure all the gears are in place. At Cortech Engineering, we’re all about helping pump users get the most out of their equipment and maximize efficiency in every application. In this article, we want to highlight some of the most common mistakes […]
SEEPEX Smart Air Injection for Long-Distance Pumping
SEEPEX, Cortech Engineering’s long-standing product partner, has always been a leader and an innovator in the pump industry. Today, they are continuing to change the game with their Smart Air Injection (SAI) system. It is the most effective system for long-distance pumping, ideal for many different industrial, commercial, agricultural and municipal applications. A Powerful […]
Understanding Fluid Viscosity in Your Pump System
The viscosity of the process media is a very important factor when it comes to selecting the best pump for the application. Cortech Engineering has put together this guide to help you understand fluid viscosity as it relates to industrial pumps. Viscosity, Defined and Measured By definition, viscosity is the property of a liquid […]
How to Measure Power Quality
Power quality is a very important factor in the success of any plant and it needs to be monitored carefully. If your power quality is poor, machines and monitoring systems won’t operate as efficiently or effectively, extraneous heat could be produced, automated features can malfunction and the overall lifespan of the equipment can be shortened. […]
5 Tips for Industrial Pump Repair
When facing a daunting task, like industrial pump repair, Cortech Engineering understands that you need dependable and accurate performance. Why have equipment that doesn’t last long and requires a great deal of downtime? Our team has put together a few tips on how to maintain your pump systems for reliable operation. Preventative Maintenance and […]
How to Choose the Proper Pump Coupling
Choosing the right pump coupling is often one of the most overlooked components of a pump assembly. Like everything else on the pump, selecting the right coupling for the application can determine the future of a pump’s lifetime performance. To help you make the right choice, Cortech Engineering has put together the five factors […]
What is a Magnetic Drive Pump?
Over the past few decades, magnetic drive pumps have played prominent roles in solving hazardous pumping applications. Oftentimes, sealless magnetic drive pumps have been chosen over traditional sealed pump designs for their reliability and fewer leak paths. But, how do magnetic drive pumps work and what makes them so advantageous? Read on to learn more. […]
Improving Safety Conditions in Wastewater Industries with Explosion-Proof Pumps
When it comes to managing wastewater, there are certain safety standards that are important to keep in mind. Most commonly, these safety issues arise when wastewater treatment facilities are located next to a landfill. In these cases, federal safety standards are put in place to protect the groundwater from contamination by leachate, which is the […]
The Role of API & ANSI Centrifugal Pumps
Ensuring you are using the right centrifugal pumps is central to keeping the production of oil and gas going. Centrifugal pumps are categorized by several factors, including the type and number of impellers, suction, and the output they produce. Thus, it is essential to know the basics to compare types and applications for the best […]
Centrifugal Pump Maintenance Procedures for Industrial Pumps
Producing oil and gas calls for working with sound equipment that can handle big jobs, and the centrifugal pump is one of the most integral components in the oil and gas industry. Maintenance plays a considerable part in the durability of these pumps. Exercising pump preventive maintenance and following established centrifugal pump repair procedure is essential to extend […]
Resources to Help Optimize a Pump System
Most engineers want to optimize their pump systems for many different reasons, and one of the biggest challenges to doing so is knowing where to start. Sometimes the thought of optimization is overwhelming because there are so many things that can and should be done to a pump system to make it better and more efficient. […]