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Why Pump Performance Predictions Don’t Always Match Real-World Results
Customers sometimes ask why a new pump doesn’t perform exactly the way the first hydraulic calculations predicted. The simple answer is that those calculations are only...
Read MoreWhat Actually Goes into Building an API Pump
Most people think the lead time starts when metal gets poured or machining starts. In reality, a huge amount of the work happens before the pump...
Read MoreWhy Pump Castings Are Never Perfect (And Why That’s Okay)
If you are expecting a perfect casting, you are expecting something that does not exist. Not at entry level foundries. Not at the most advanced facilities...
Read MoreWhat is a High Pressure Pump? Types, Applications, & Selection Tips
In a perfect world, high pressure pumps operate exactly as they do on a digital datasheet. In the field however, the reality is different. A pump...
Read MoreWhat is a Vertical Turbine Pump & How Does it Work?
Reliable water supply often depends on equipment you never see, like the vertical turbine pump sitting deep in a well or pit. Hidden below the surface,...
Read MoreVolute Pumps vs. Diffuser Pumps: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to choosing a pump for your system, it’s important to understand the differences between the two main types: volute and diffuser pumps. We’ve...
Read MoreHow to Plan for Pump Replacements, Upgrades & Repairs in the New Year
Planning work for pumps at the start of the year helps avoid unnecessary downtime and cost. Many failures begin with small changes in performance that go...
Read MorePump Winterization Tips for Cold Weather Reliability
Winter hits equipment harder than most people think. Pump systems are no exception. When temperatures drop, fluid viscosity increases, clearances tighten, elastomers get stiff, and lubrication...
Read MoreWhat are Overhung Pumps? Design, Types & Applications
Overhung pumps are a staple in fluid-handling systems, thanks to their straightforward design and solid performance. If you work in water treatment, chemical processing, or HVAC,...
Read MoreComparing OH and BB Pump Configurations
The following guide from PumpWorks focuses on two widely used horizontal centrifugal pump types: Overhung (OH) and Between Bearings (BB). API 610 Pump Classifications API 610...
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