April 2019
Improve Components’ Inner Diameter Wear with Tough Coatings
Discover options for small internal surfaces to extend life.
New International Standards Improve Industrial Motor and Pump Efficiency Performance
Service-oriented drives work to reduce energy usage.
Why Peristaltic Pumps Can Excel in Oil & Gas Production 
Heavy-duty construction, wide compatibility ranges and ease of maintenance can make this technology ideal for harsh oilfield operating conditions.
Equipment Inspection for Packing Reliability 
Worn pump components may lead to a shortened braided packing life.





19 Tips and Common Alignment Mistakes
Does your pump have an alignment problem? Part 2
Advantages of Dry Screw Vacuum Pumps 
Dry vacuum solutions for chemical and pharmaceutical technologies
Water Injection Pump Shaft Failure at Saudi Facility
High flow operation among root causes.
Select the Right Seal & Flush Plan for Slurry or Light-Cycle Oil Pumps
Follow these tips to find cost-effective, reliable tools.





Eddy Current Drives Aid Centrifugal Pumps in Controlling Flow and Pressure
Most pumps are driven by AC induction motors.
How Multiphase Pumps Supplement Wells on Artificial Lift
Twin screw pumps are key for this operation.
2 Methods for Controlling HVAC Flow Rates
Pump System Improvement
Pros & Cons of Parallel Pumps in Oil & Gas
The risks and benefits of operating similar and dissimilar pumps.
The Basics of Rotary Screw Pumps in Oil & Gas
Determine which type—single-, twin- or three-screw—is best for your application.
The Role of Metering Pumps in Enhanced Oil Recovery
The Role of Metering Pumps in Enhanced Oil Recovery
How today’s pumps address these challenging conditions.
7-Month Rental Bypass Proves Effective During Expansion
Temporary system offers long-term solution with off-site condition monitoring capabilities.
How to Check Alignment of Flexible Couplings 
Laser alignment systems and other tools
API Standard 675 for Positive Displacement Pumps
Use this framework to agree on the design, fabrication and testing of a metering pump product.
Understanding Temperature Class in Explosive Atmospheres
Keep personnel safe by complying with safety standards
Temperature & Pressure Considerations for Nonmetallic Piping Expansion Joints 
Size will have a major impact on all essential parameters.
Root Cause Analysis, Condition Monitoring Address MTBR
North Sea oil platform seals, pumps upgraded as part of defect elimination process.
General Scope Document: Project Boundaries
Addressing the fourth component of a GSD
How Arc-Quenching Switchgear Improves Safety 
This new technology also protects expensive electrical equipment from arc flash damage and reduces downtime.
How to Force Balance Mechanical Seals 
Reduce heat and wear with this unconventional balancing method.
Enhanced Surface Profiles for Gaskets
How this feature can improve performance and efficiency.
How Positive Displacement Pumps & Flow Meters Contribute to Product Blending 
Consistency is the most important trait for large-batch products.
Wall Street Pump & Valve Industry Watch, April 2019
Pump Market Analysis
Sliding Vane Pumps Take on Entrained Gas in Crude Oil Transfer
These pumps handle gas-heavy three-phase liquids that are common in many oilfield applications.
8 Items to Consider for Piping Plan Data 
Increase mechanical seal reliability with real-time knowledge.