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August 2018

August 2018

Progressive Cavity

What to Do Before Starting a Progressive Cavity Pump

Ensure pump startup runs smoothly by avoiding common mistakes.
Pumps

How Screw Pumps Can Improve Chemical Processing Applications

While centrifugal pumps have been the first choice, screw pumps have their own advantages.
Seals

The Importance of Using Thread Lubricants in Bolted Connections

Learn how K factor affects this choice.
Centrifugal Pumps

Testing HVAC System Efficiency

Research shows how energy targets can be achieved.
Bearings

Pumps & Systems Looks Back: Pump Design Changes Improve Lubrication

Quantifying the benefits of modifications.
Pumps

A Guide to Pump System Assessment

Hydraulic Institute explains how to develop and implement an assessment team.
Pumps

Irrigation Pumps Fail in Dire Drought Conditions

How an aftermarket pump rebuilder joined a California county to engineer a cost-effective upgrade.
Instrumentation/Controls

Turbine Flow Meters in Oil & Gas Applications

How oil producers can get the most accurate, detailed flow data possible.
Pumps

Make the Most of Pump Analytics

Using data to maximize petrochemical and pipeline reliability and efficiency.
Seals

Air-Powered Shaft Leak Prevention System Solves Sealing Issues

LPS technology uses static field of injectable sealant and separate air flush.
Vertical Turbine Pumps

Vertical Turbine Pump Applications

See how these rotodynamic pumps work in water transport and irrigation.
Pumps

Power Plant Pump Types

How condensate pumps, condenser circulating pumps and boiler circulating pumps are used.
Pumps

Comparing VFDs & On-Off Controlled Pumps

Learn what features to look for in variable frequency drives.
Pumps

Effects of Changing Operation Modes on Boiler Water Circulating Pumps

Targeted maintenance of BWCPs will help reliability and longevity.
Seals

Which Seal Upgrades Are Worth the Investment?

Consider updating to bearing protectors and cartridge seals.
Seals

Low Maintenance Seal Gas Boosters Provide Reliability in Remote Locations

System saves cost and time during hot summer months.
Centrifugal Pumps

Calculate NPSHa for a Suction Lift Condition

Learn the difference between suction lift and flooded suction.
Mechanical Seals

Why You Should Create a Sealing Reliability Partnership

Maximize MTBR in a cost-efficient manner.
Bearings

How Operating Internal Clearance Affects Bearing Fatigue Life

Calculate and optimize clearance to lower vibration and running noise.
Pumps

Efficiency & Reliability in Boiler Feed Water Applications

Optimized pumps ease the day-to-day process for university cogeneration facilities.
Pumps

Defining Your Pump System Requirements: Criteria for General Scope Document

William Livoti prepares end users for dealing with EPC firms.
Pumps

Wall Street Pump & Valve Industry Watch, August 2018

Pump Market Analysis
Bearings

The Basics of Bearing Remanufacturing

Find out which bearings are good candidates for this maintenance strategy.
Pumps

How to Use VFDs to Optimize Water & Wastewater Systems

Decreased vibration and increased seal life are among the benefits.
Pumps

Eric Petersen Ascends to Turbo Lab Director Role

Petersen took the reins from long-time leader Dara Childs and is preparing for TPS 2018.
Piping

How a Piping System Model Can Be Used in a PSM Plan

Ray Hardee continues his explanation of process safety management.
Valves

Best Practices for Valve Leak Detection & Repair

How oil and gas facilities can manage assets.
Bearings

Basics of Hydrodynamic Bearings in Industrial Applications

Learn the ins and outs of these rotating machinery components.

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