Hydraulic Institute on examining altitude, temperature and more when selecting a wastewater pump.
HI Pump FAQs
Hydraulic Institute explains what is included in the term wastewater.
It is advised that a certified PSAP perform the pump system assessment.
By the time water becomes visible in oil, damage is already occurring.
When properly specified, bearing housing lubrication quality-enhancing components can be effective in preventing contamination.
The type of material in the fluid should be considered when selecting a proper pump for wastewater treatment.
There are two main concerns regarding the torque required to start a PD pump.
The initial purchase and installation cost of a new pumping system is a small portion of the life cycle cost of the pump.
Some causes for these forced vibrations are misalignment of the pump and driver shaft.
Uncertainty must be considered, as is the case with all tests.
There is an optimal specific speed to reach maximum attainable efficiency that may vary depending on the pump design.
Motor insulation deteriorates faster at higher temperatures
These are manually set and do not react to pump and system changes.
In some cases, sudden valve closures can cause high pressure spikes.
These bearings are located within a containment shell with no shaft exposed to atmosphere
A liquid-lubricated seal may have no visible leakage.
There has been an effort to upgrade pumps originally designed for packing to accommodate mechanical seals.
Can coatings be applied to increase the efficiency of a pump?
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