The Best Submersible Pumps for Harsh Environments
Though you may use a submersible pump for any number of applications, they often shine the most in challenging environments. Submersible pumps are specifically designed to deal with harsh situations like mines, sewers and other inhospitable places. Every challenging environment brings with it a unique set of needs. Every operation will be a little different. […]
How to Create a Program for Pump Safety
Safety needs to be of the utmost importance in any operation. Complying with OSHA regulations is a necessity to avoid fines, but oftentimes the minimum standards do not go far enough to mitigate workplace hazards. Making extra efforts to ensure safety reduces the risk of workplace injuries, lowers the incidence of workers’ compensation claims, reduces […]
How to Prevent Valve Noise and Flow Damage
Most pump operators and piping system managers are most concerned about leaks and maintaining the desired flow rate. However, two other major issues are valve noise and damage from choked flow or cavitation. Our team at Cortech Engineering has put together a couple of tips you can incorporate into your operation that will help prevent […]
Selecting the Right Pump for Handling Raw Sewage
Pumping raw sewage is unpleasant work, but it must be done. It can be a challenging process that puts a lot of stress on the pump and other equipment with chemicals, solids and a mix of waste materials flowing through the system. Clogs can happen easily and lead to a lot of costly downtime for […]
How BJM Shredder Pumps Help to Avoid Pump Repair and Submersible Pump Failure
Pump failure is a common problem at wastewater facilities. Non-biodegradable solids buildup can bring an operation to a grinding halt. The submersible pump will clog and ultimately fail, leading to increased downtime for repairs and maintenance. The good news is there are ways to manage the challenges presented by solids buildup in wastewater operations. Here […]
How High-Temperature Submersible Pumps Can Be a Smart Solution
High temperatures in the water systems of large commercial buildings and industrial operations can pose numerous challenges. Each building will have unique engineering considerations arising from features such as how the building is heated and how its hot water is generated. System components will vary if the building is fed from a regional steam plant […]
The Importance of Shaft Alignment Training
Nearly half of the costs associated with breakdowns of rotating machines are related to shaft misalignment. Important and expensive components can wear out more quickly and cause a lot of downtime. Overall, equipment will suffer and won’t last as long if any shafts are not in complete alignment. Some of the most common issues associated […]
What Type of Lubrication is Best for My Pump Bearing?
When it comes to pumping bearings or rolling element bearings, proper lubrication is absolutely vital. It minimizes friction, prevents wear and dissipates heat. Without lubrication, the bearings will fail and can cause failure to the pump. Here are some of the key goals of bearing lubrication: Support loads with good lubricating film strength Maintain stable […]
How Mechanical Seals Can Solve Unique Pump Problems
The use of mechanical seals is not right for every pump application, whether due to materials incompatibility or other factors. But mechanical seals can be extremely useful in some situations. In fact, they can solve a number of unique pump problems faced by operators in a variety of industries. Our team at Cortech Engineering is […]
Cortech Product Feature – Sundyne ANSIMAG Process Pumps KM Series
When it comes to low flow pumping applications, Sundyne ANSIMAG process pumps are some of the best available. Sundyne’s motto is “We Know Low Flow,” and the proof is in their revolutionary KM Series of ETFE/PFA lined magnetic drive pumps. Applications Sundyne ANSIMAG KM Series process pumps are ideal for many different low-flow applications […]
The Importance of Pump Suction Specific Speed for Avoiding Pump Repair
When you work around industrial pumps, a term you may hear a lot is pump suction specific speed (often designated as Nss). Nss is an important factor to understand, but not every operator completely understands what it represents. Our team at Cortech Engineering is here to help you better understand what Nss is and why […]
Using Surge-Anticipating Valves to Reduce Pump Repair Costs
If your pump system is prone to sudden surges of process fluids, it presents a real problem. First, it makes it difficult to control flow rate and achieve desired pump performance. Second, it can ultimately do significant damage to your system that will be costly to repair and lead to unwanted downtime. Having the […]