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Knowledge

Our Guide to Distillery Pumps

What You Need to Know
Moving thousands of litres of valuable spirits through various production stages each day, pumps are at the core of alcohol manufacturing and distilleries. A single pump failure can completely stop production, compromise product quality, and result in significant financial losses for UK distillery operations.
Choosing the right…

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Why the Solids Handling Mag Drive Pump is the Right Choice

Why the Solids Handling Mag Drive Pump Could be the Right Choice

Magnetic drive centrifugal pumps have always faced a significant technical barrier – their inability to handle solid-containing fluids effectively. Pump operators have had to rely heavily on mechanical seals and complex flushing systems, resulting in substantial maintenance demands and…

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Choosing the Right Pump for Solvent Manufacturing

Choosing the Right Pump for Solvent Manufacturing

Chemical pumps play an important role in solvent manufacturing so we thought we would take the opportunity to look into the different types of pumps utilised by the industry. From handling corrosive substances to ensuring precise measurements, chemical pumps have a significant impact on…

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Knowledge

Understanding Cavitation in Industrial Pumps

As a leading provider of fluid handling solutions, we’re committed to helping our clients understand and overcome common challenges in pump operations.  One challenge, that becomes a critical issue affecting pump performance and longevity is cavitation.
Cavitation in Pumps
Cavitation happens in pumps when the liquid being moved starts to boil because…

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Reliable Pump Performance

It’s always important to make sure your magnetically driven centrifugal pumps run smoothly and efficiently. However, one common issue that can lead to catastrophic pump failure is dry running. When pumps are operated without sufficient lubrication, the resulting friction generates excessive heat, damaging critical components such as the bearings. One…

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How to Properly Handle Fluids with Chemical Pumps: Spilled fluid and yellow tape
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Properly Handle Fluids with Chemical Pumps

Ensuring Safety and Efficiency: How to Properly Handle Fluids with Chemical Pumps

When you’re working with hazardous fluids, it is important to prioritise the safety of your people, and the environment around you as well as the efficiency of applications. Chemical pumps play a crucial role in ensuring the proper transfer…

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Capture Carbon with the Side-Channel Pump

CO2 capture and storage, commonly known as Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), is a technology used to reduce the release of greenhouse gases and also reduce the carbon footprints of a variety of different industries. The process involves capturing CO2 from the emissions generated by industrial processes and power plants…

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Case Studies

Upgrading Pump Technology for Enhanced Safety and Performance

In the fast-paced manufacturing world, finding efficient solutions to equipment challenges is crucial, and sometimes upgrading pump technology is the best solution. We recently encountered a new customer facing a dilemma with their ageing mechanical seal pump used for handling solvents in their production process. Their existing pump had become…

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Case Studies

Unlock the Potential of Pump Technology in Wood Preservation

When it comes to wood preservation, utilising the latest pump technology can truly unlock the hidden potential of your timber. Enhancing the strength and beauty of your wood is essential for ensuring its longevity and aesthetic appeal. Through innovative pumping systems, you can effectively treat and protect your timber against…

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Case Studies

From Pump Crisis to Smooth Operations

A pump crisis doesn’t always have to mean a true crisis.  This post explains how a chemical manufacturing plant couldn’t get their standard pump replaced by their regular supplier so they came to us instead.
A leading chemical manufacturing company in the North-West discovered that the magnetic drive centrifugal pumps they…

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