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Pump Cavitation 101
Many of you may have experience with a rattling pump that sounds like it might be churning rocks! Pump cavitation – a predominant condition in ...
An Overview of Valve Actuators – Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Electric
Actuators are devices that perform a simple mechanical task – they open and close valves. While the simplest and the least expensive way to operate ...
Know Your Mixer Impeller/Agitator Blade – Radial Flow Impellers
1. Radial flow impeller blades are not pitched (unlike axial flow impellers) 2. Radial flow impellers typically range between 4 to 6 blades 3. Radial ...
Know Your Mixer Impeller/Agitator Blade Axial Flow Impellers
Axial flow impellers are shear impellers that facilitate axial flow in fluids (cyclic movement of fluid in a down-up direction). Individual blades are typically pitched ...
Axial Flow Impellers vs. Radial Flow Impellers: Understanding the Difference
Axial Flow Impellers vs. Radial Flow Impellers The core difference between axial flow impellers and radial flow impellers is the direction fluid moves during mixing. ...
3 Reasons Seals Fail From Incorrect Installation
There can be many ways in which you unwittingly contribute to the failure of mechanical seals, whether from incorrect installation or otherwise. Here, we discuss ...
3 Inspection Tips For Submersible Pumps
When you install a submersible pump, you hope that it will last for several years without heavy maintenance costs. However, factors such as rugged operational ...
How to Prevent Check Valve Failure
We wrote about the importance of preventative maintenance in keeping valves from deteriorating or leaking and releasing fugitive emissions. You might have learned about the signs and ...
The Most Common Causes and Symptoms of Check Valve Failure
A failing check valve can be a disaster when you’re operating any liquid handling equipment. Whether it’s protecting your pool’s plumbing, your home’s sump pit, ...
Tips and Tricks for Routine Maintenance That Works
Routine maintenance is preventative – it prevents issues before they occur. For this to work, you must perform regular maintenance checks at set intervals. This ...