December 2014
Split Vanes Reduce Recirculation in Slurry Pumps (Last of Two Parts)
Impellers with this design help pumps achieve the ideal head, reduce wear and improve efficiency.
Utilities Expand Personnel Capabilities with Managed SCADA Systems
As the water and wastewater industry faces a shrinking labor source, remote monitoring can fill the experience gap.
Design Improvement Reduces Gasket Crush
A compressible design and stop-step feature enhance strength and minimize leakage.
Establish an Effective Lubrication Program through Integrated Oil Analysis
Inspecting equipment more frequently transforms maintenance programs from reactive to proactive.





Ceramic Matrix Composite Bearings Protect Pumps from Harsh Running Conditions
This material stands up to pump upsets such as cavitation and dry running.
Symptoms of Inefficient Pumping, Acceleration Head’s Effect on Pump Performance & Inlet Piping Requirements
Q. What are some typical indicators of an inefficient pumping system?
A. Many pumping system components are not dynamic. These components allow fluid or heat transfer, but aside from thermal...
Consult the Manufacturer for Gasket Torque Values as Starting Place to Diminish Leaks
Performing maintenance tasks correctly the first time has become increasingly important to end users. Today’s end users are tasked with doing more work with less time, fewer resources and smaller...
Cloud-Computing Software Saves Time & Money for Pump Manufacturers
SaaS platforms break down IT infrastructure barriers for designers and engineers.





Developing Countries Invest in Irrigation Pumps for Higher Crop Yields
Solar pumps and integrated systems are among the technologies driving global agricultural growth.
System Component Malfunctions Lead to Higher Pump Speeds with Stagnant Flow Rates
Level sensor and pump liner flaws increase avoidable costs for mining facilities.
Wall Street Pump & Valve Industry Watch: December 2014
The Jordan, Knauff & Company (JKC) Valve Stock Index was up 0.1 percent during the last 12 months, much lower than the broader S&P 500 Index, which was up 14.5 percent. The JKC Pump Stock Index...
Motor-Operating Strategies Deliver More Than Just Energy Savings
Reduced downtime is an added benefit of sustainable procedures.
Chemical Company Relies on AODD Pumps for Consistent Performance
A German pharmaceutical facility upgraded its pumps to efficiently handle solvents.
Completing the No-Control System Assessment
Last of Two Parts
Solving Water Scarcity with Recovery & Reuse Programs
A Texas golf course balanced water needs and environmental concerns with advanced pump controls.
3 Questions to Ask When Adjusting ANSI Impeller Clearance
Last year, “Reduce Thrust and Extend Bearing Life” (Pumps & Systems, December 2013) discussed the benefits and some potential pitfalls of adjusting the axial clearance of American National...
Solar Pumps Save Vineyard 75 Percent on Installation Costs
Eliminating electrical wiring reduced expenses and increased irrigation efficiency for a North Carolina business.
Good Wishes, Good Health & Good Night
For those of you old enough to remember Lawrence Welk, you’ll notice that the title of this brief column is the final quote from his show’s closing song. I am still a loyal fan of his reruns...
Dry-Priming Pump System Improves Agricultural Water Transfer
Equipment upgrades help an eastern Colorado farmer extend water rights.