Jim Elsey discusses the pros and cons of VFDs and VSDs.
Jim Elsey
Columnist Jim Elsey on the common issues found on the suction side of the pump.
Common issues in horizontal centrifugal pumps in nonslurry applications that are used for pumping nonviscous Newtonian fluids.
Jim Elsey looks at how to make the pump more efficient
Jim Elsey's first article of two explaining the pursuit of perfection in pumping
The second installment of Jim Elsey discussing how the impeller affects axial thrust and stuffing box pressure.
Survey results show CDC guidelines are generally the norm, though PPE requirements vary.
In part 1 of this 2 part series, Jim Elsey instructs operators to do no harm.
Pumps & Systems Editorial Advisory Board members and columnists weigh in on how their companies are protecting employees in the workplace.
Reexamining how this concept can help you ensure a more reliable system
Using Bernoulli's equation to calculate what will happen in a piping system.
This hot topic is one of the most popular searches on Pumps & Systems’ website.
Columnist Jim Elsey gives more examples of problems pumps might face and how a good salesperson would handle them.
Columnist Jim Elsey identifies the top 50 things you need to be successful.
Winter is coming. Can you ensure the life extension and reliability of your pump parts?
Jim Elsey explains why you can't just wish and hope for pump performance.