A pump that was correctly selected when it went in doesn’t stay correctly selected forever. The … A pump selected two or three years ago might not be right anymoreRead more
Installation
Pump motor alignment: the four common types of misalignment
Pump and motor misalignment is a common cause of vibration, coupling wear, bearing damage, and mechanical … Pump motor alignment: the four common types of misalignmentRead more
How to detect dry running in pump systems
Dry running happens when a pump operates without enough fluid reaching the pump inlet or internal … How to detect dry running in pump systemsRead more
20 essential maintenance tips for pump longevity
Pump longevity depends on how well the pump is selected, installed, operated, and maintained. A well-specified … 20 essential maintenance tips for pump longevityRead more
What are pump nozzle loads and why do they matter?
Pump nozzle loads are one of the most common hidden causes of pump reliability problems. A … What are pump nozzle loads and why do they matter?Read more
Rubber bellows on pumps: what they do and why they fail
Rubber bellows are widely used in pump systems, but they are also widely misunderstood. In many … Rubber bellows on pumps: what they do and why they failRead more
Reverse rotation in centrifugal pumps: what causes it and why it matters
Most people assume the pump controls the system. In reality, the opposite is often true. A … Reverse rotation in centrifugal pumps: what causes it and why it mattersRead more
Flat side up or flat side down? How to orient an eccentric reducer correctly
The statement “eccentric reducers must be installed flat side up” is common in pump rooms, site … Flat side up or flat side down? How to orient an eccentric reducer correctlyRead more
How pipe roughness affects pump performance over time
Pump troubleshooting often starts at the pump. Teams check the impeller, motor, seal, speed, rotation, and … How pipe roughness affects pump performance over timeRead more
Laminar Flow vs Turbulent Flow
When engineers talk about fluid flow in pipelines, two terms often come up: laminar flow and … Laminar Flow vs Turbulent FlowRead more