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 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 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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Mixing and blending are fundamental processes that directly influence product quality, consistency, and performance in industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. Proper mixing ensures that ingredients are uniformly distributed, leading to products that meet desired specifications and consumer expectations. For instance, in the food industry, consistent mixing …
The Critical Role of Pumps in Food Processing Pumps are essential to virtually every stage of food and beverage production, from transferring raw ingredients to delivering finished products with precision and care. In an industry where hygiene, safety, and consistency are paramount, the materials used in pump construction directly impact …
