Pump Performance and Reliability

Pumps and other rotating equipment can often be upgraded to perform more effectively and beyond original specs. This can be done by rebuilding to new design specs, redesigning existing components, or replacing components with new, state of the art technology, or a combination of all these. The following are some examples of these and other ways that we can help you upgrade your existing equipment and improve overall reliability:

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• System curve analysis and pump recommendations for each application

• Blackmer System One centrifugal pumps for durability and severe service

• Back cover conversions and Power end upgrades for better performance

• API process pump retrofits to meet your specific requirements

• Improve slenderness ratios with stiffer shorter shafts

• Dual seal technology to prevent failures when water flushes are lost

• Inpro Seal bearing isolators for improved bearing protection and life

• DuPont Vespel for wear rings, line shaft bearings, and throat bushings

• Chesterton mechanical seals and packing for dependable seal performance

• SpiralTrac to increase equipment uptime and minimize water consumption

 

On-Site Lazer Alignment

• We Lazer Aligne Pumps and Motors to ensure equipment runs smoothly

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Steam System Reliability and Savings

• Identify improperly piped steam traps

• Survey steam traps to eliminate failed open traps that waste steam energy

• Identify traps that have failed closed causing production bottle necks

• TLV TrapMan and PenCheck steam trap testing and management systems

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Air System Reliability and Savings

• Identify and repair air leaks in the plant

• Remove water from the air lines

• Survey air traps and dryers for proper operation

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Motor Reliability & Electricity Savings

• Increase bearing life by installing Inpro Seal bearing isolators

• Identify base and piping problems causing failures due to alignment

• Use IEEE841 energy efficient motors

• Identify and re-rate pumps to reduce horsepower consumption

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Additional Value Added Services

• Reduce inventory by standardization of manufacturers, materials and sizes

• Reduce the number of parts needed through improved equipment reliability

• Develop preventive / predictive maintenance program for equipment

• Expansion joint specification and installation services

• Efficiency Audits