How to Increase Centrifugal Pump Efficiency
Centrifugal pumps are used in many different industries, such as water and wastewater, chemical processing, power generation, and food and beverage. In today’s market, companies are…
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How to Clean Centrifugal Pump Parts the Right Way
Centrifugal pump cleaning is an essential step in its repair and maintenance to ensure the high efficiency and durability of the equipment. The technician must account…
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How Condition Monitoring Can Extend the Life of Pumps
Pumps play a crucial role in various industries, ensuring the smooth flow of liquids and gases for critical processes. However, the wear and tear that pumps…
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How to Use a VFD for Effective Pump Troubleshooting
Beyond their primary function, Variable Frequency Drives can also play a key role in troubleshooting pump issues. Let’s explore how you can use a VFD to…
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How Progressive Cavity Pumps Work: An In-Depth Look
When handling fluids with high viscosity or containing solids, progressive cavity pumps are often the go-to solution. These pumps are widely used in various industries, from…
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Factors Influencing the Discharge Pressure of a Centrifugal Pump
To get the best performance from a centrifugal pump, you must first understand what affects its discharge pressure. Many factors influence this pressure, and each plays…
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Comparing Soft vs. Hard Pump Coatings
There are two primary types of coatings used in industrial pump applications: soft and hard coatings. Keep reading to learn the difference between them. Protective Coatings…
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Centrifugal Chemical Transfer Pumps — Pros and Cons
Transferring chemicals from one point to another in industrial applications is tasking and requires high expertise due to the potential risks involved. Thus, operators must consider…
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Booster Pumps for Oil & Gas: Everything You Need to Know
If you work in the oil and gas industry, you know how crucial pumps are to your operations. From wellhead to refinery, pumps are the workhorses…
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Axial Flow Pumps vs. Radial Flow Pumps
While axial flow pumps and radial flow pumps are both indispensable in various industrial applications, their designs and functionalities differ significantly. Understanding these differences is a…
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Specific Gravity vs. Viscosity — How Do They Affect Centrifugal Pumps?
Several factors, including cavity, affinity laws, air entrainment, hydraulic gradients, specific gravity (SG), and viscosity, affect the performance of centrifugal pumps in industrial applications. Therefore, centrifugal…
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Centrifugal Pumps vs. Positive Displacement Pumps
Centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps both have their strengths and applications — but understanding the differences is key to selecting the right pump for your…
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The Importance of Pump Health Monitoring in Industrial Applications
Pumps are among the most critical components in various industrial applications, and their efficient operation is important for ensuring smooth production processes and meeting business objectives.…
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Common Reasons for a Leaking Pump Seal
Pump seals are critical to ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of industrial pumps. These seals prevent leakage, maintain system pressure, and protect the pump from…
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Troubleshooting Your Centrifugal Pump: Common Problems and Fixes
Centrifugal pumps are workhorses in various industries, tirelessly moving fluids to keep processes running smoothly. However, like any mechanical equipment, they can encounter issues that disrupt…
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Tips for Correcting Pump Shaft Misalignment
Proper alignment is critical for the efficient and reliable operation of pumps in various industries. When a pump’s shaft and its driver (such as an electric…
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What Role Do CO2 Transportation and Injection Pumps Play in ESG?
Modern industries can achieve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals through carbon capture and storage. With an ever-increasing drive for the safe handling of industrial and…
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How CO2 Pumping Helps with Natural Gas Processing – CCUS Solutions
During initial exploration, natural gas formation pressures are sufficient to sustain maximal output. However, these pressures will eventually dwindle, resulting in diminished productivity. In these cases, enhanced…
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Pump Hold Down Fasteners
How many times are pump operators forced to modify fasteners that are used to secure motors and/or pumps to baseplates? A warehouse spare is ready to…
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PUMP SPECIFIC SPEED
SUCTION SPECIFIC SPEED
Design engineers find composite measurement parameters useful for selecting solutions to engineering problems. These measurement parameters are dimensionless numbers that provide excellent design tools. Fluid engineers…
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