Articles

Let your pump be your guide
Useful tips for working with seal types and designs.
Post Date: 08/23/2012
Author: Gene Vogel, EASA

Fluid handling tools you can use
Sheila Kennedy reveals the latest in pumps, probes and connectors.
Post Date: 06/05/2012
Author: Sheila Kennedy, contributing editor

Shaft seals retain bearing lubricants
Contact lip seals and bearing isolators can protect, too.
Post Date: 03/09/2012
Author: Karyn Caverly, Garlock Sealing Technologies

Troubleshoot pump bearing failures
Tips for efficient bearing lubrication.
Post Date: 01/13/2012
Author:

Proactive valve system maintenance
Homegrown solution lets technicians evaluate stem nut thread wear without taking them out of service.
Post Date: 11/16/2011
Author:

Control the flow with metering pumps
Accuracy is critical when using controlled-volume metering pumps.
Post Date: 11/03/2011
Author: Hydraulic Institute PD Pump Members

4 pump types for difficult fluids
Reciprocating pumps can handle challenging applications.
Post Date: 10/18/2011
Author: Hydraulic Institute PD Pump Members

Expert advice on rotary PD pumps
Select the right positive displacement pump for energy-efficient fluid handling.
Post Date: 08/09/2011
Author: Hydraulic Institute PD Pump Members

How to select the right positive displacement pump
Pressure, temperature, flow rate and fluid characteristics determine the appropriate PD pump style.
Post Date: 07/06/2011
Author: Hydraulic Institute PD Pump Members

Improve the efficiency of your pump systems
These articles explore all aspects of pumps, from purchasing and efficiency to reliability and profitability.
Post Date: 06/24/2011
Author:

Fundamentals of positive displacement pumps
The Hydraulic Institute provides an overview of positive displacement pumps' performance characteristics.
Post Date: 06/09/2011
Author: Hydraulic Institute PD Pump Members

Align pumps with laser accuracy
Misaligned pumps can affect energy efficiency.
Post Date: 05/31/2011
Author: Heinz P. Bloch, P.E., Process Machinery Consulting

Seal reliability relies on plant personnel monitoring equipment condition and analyzing failures systematically
Failure by any other name: Calculating MTBF for seals depends on your definition.
Post Date: 02/11/2011
Author: Russ Kratowicz, P.E., CMRP, executive editor

Prevent braided shaft seal problems
Sleuthing compression packing failures: Forensic analysis can point to root causes and corrective action.
Post Date: 10/14/2010
Author: Chris Boss, Garlock Sealing Technologies

Some mechanical seals might be bad for your health
Parts in contact with process fluid can introduce contamination.
Post Date: 08/20/2010
Author: A. Roddis, B.Eng (Hons), MDip

Custom-designed slurry pump seals slash maintenance and downtime
In this installment of What Works, the Xstrata-Copper Kidd Metallurgical Plant site ousts its packed stuffing box assemblies.
Post Date: 06/08/2010
Author:

Best practices for installing safety valves
Follow these common sense guidelines to ensure your steam system is safe.
Post Date: 04/26/2010
Author: Kelly Paffel, Swagelok Company

Abrasion-resistant pipe exhibits dual personality
Induction-hardened steel pipe is hard on the inside, soft on the outside.
Post Date: 04/22/2010
Author:

In the groove: Common myths about mechanical pipe joints
Discover the benefits of using a grooved system.
Post Date: 03/31/2010
Author: Gary Trinker

Firearm maker targets lube costs
In this installment of What Works, Smith and Wesson pulls trigger on in-house oil conditioning system.
Post Date: 03/10/2010
Author: