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Author: <span>Dave Frederick</span>

Author: Dave Frederick

Stroke length vs. Speed Control: How Each Affects Turndown

In chemical dosing and process fluid handling, selecting the proper control method, stroke-length adjustment vs. speed control, directly influences the achievable turndown ratio and dosing accuracy. Turndown ratio, defined as the ratio of maximum to minimum flow while maintaining specified accuracy, is vital for applications that require flexible, precise dosing …

Oil & Gas Centrifugal Pump Optimization: Best Practices for Reliability

Centrifugal pumps are the workhorses of the oil and gas industry, handling everything from crude oil transfer to chemical injection and produced water management. Their reliability and efficiency directly impact production uptime, energy consumption, and overall operational costs. Optimizing oil & gas centrifugal pump performance is essential not only for …

Self-Priming Process Pumps: A Versatile Solution for Demanding Fluid Transfer

Self-priming process pumps play a critical role in a wide range of fluid transfer applications where dry starts, suction lift, or intermittent flow present challenges. Unlike standard centrifugal pumps, self-priming pumps can evacuate air from the suction line without the need for external priming systems, making them ideal for installations …

ANSI-standard pump Applications and Industries

ANSI-Standard Pumps: Built for Tough Industrial Demands Centrifugal pumps built to ANSI B73.1 standards are trusted across industries for their proven reliability, dimensional standardization, and chemical resistance. These pumps are engineered to meet stringent criteria for interchangeability, safety, and performance in applications involving corrosive, toxic, or high-temperature fluids. ANSI-standard pumps …

Overhung Pumps Explained: Functions, Types, and Industrial Applications

Overhung pumps are one of the most widely used centrifugal pump designs, valued for their simplicity, ease of maintenance, versatility, and compact footprint. Common in sectors such as water treatment, chemical processing, and HVAC, overhung pumps deliver reliable performance across a wide range of fluid-handling applications. Understanding their function and …

Dual Containment Process Pumps: Enhancing Safety in Hazardous Fluid Handling

In industries where hazardous or corrosive fluids are processed, such as chemical manufacturing, petrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals, the risk of leaks poses significant threats to safety, environmental integrity, and operational efficiency. Preventing such leaks is critical to protect personnel, comply with environmental regulations, and avoid costly downtime. Dual containment process pumps …

Ampco L Series Sanitary Centrifugal Pumps: A Comprehensive Overview

In industries where hygiene, efficiency, and reliability are paramount, such as food and beverage, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and personal care, selecting the appropriate pump is crucial. The Ampco L Series sanitary centrifugal pumps are meticulously engineered to meet these stringent requirements, offering robust performance, durability, and compliance with sanitary standards. Crafted …

Common Boiler Pump Cavitation Issues: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

Boiler systems rely on consistent and efficient feedwater delivery to maintain steam production and prevent equipment failure. At the heart of this process are boiler feed pumps, which operate under demanding temperature and pressure conditions. One of the most damaging and commonly overlooked issues in boiler systems, however, is boiler …

How to Safely Transfer Ethanol: Best Practices and Pump Selection

Specialized Handling is Required to Transfer Ethanol Ethanol is widely used across numerous industries, from chemical processing and pharmaceuticals to food and beverage manufacturing, but transferring ethanol safely is anything but routine. As a volatile and highly flammable liquid, ethanol presents unique handling challenges that demand precise engineering and strict …

Comprehensive Pump System Support from IPE- infographic

Efficiency and reliability are key to the success of today’s industrial operations. Working with a provider that delivers fully integrated pump process services can significantly improve both, leading to reduced costs and greater operational performance. Illinois Process Equipment (IPE) takes a comprehensive approach, blending industry expertise with advanced technology to …