DXP Pacific Industrial Pumps

The Pros and Cons of Self-Priming Centrifugal Pumps

When operating a centrifugal pump, it’s best to prime it before running it. Centrifugal pumps can be run without priming, but that will likely lead to problems. Breakdowns and equipment damage can occur, resulting in costly downtime and repairs. A properly primed pump will work more dependably no matter the application.   However, priming pumps […]

The Faces of Cortech DXP—Tim Porritt, Service Coordinator

Tim Porritt joined Cortech DXP two years ago and currently works as our lead Service Coordinator. He’s responsible for coordinating all service and repair jobs for our technicians, while also handling a lot of day-to-day administrative activities. These duties include ordering parts and invoicing all completed jobs.  In many ways, Tim is the glue that […]

How to Use Double Reverse When Laser Alignment Fails

Most pump engineers depend on laser alignment to complete the final stage of pump configuration once it’s set on a level base. Unfortunately, there are times when the laser alignment just doesn’t seem to cooperate. Because of this, it’s imperative to have a backup method to ensure everything is aligned correctly before final installation.   […]

Reduce Maintenance Time and Improve Energy Efficiency with VFD Technology

Variable frequency drives (VFDs) can be found throughout a wide range of industries and applications. They are used for improved pump control when processing water, including drinking water, wastewater, or industrial water usage for production.   Better Energy Efficiency The most notable advantage of VFD technology is energy efficiency. By using variable frequency drives specifically […]

Process Beverages, Cosmetics, and Pharmaceuticals with Ampco Centrifugal Pumps

Ampco Pumps Company from Wisconsin has been making exceptional pumps for more than 60 years, serving markets across the globe and with sales and assembly plants in the United States and Germany. The company’s mantra is “Redefining Engineered Excellence.” Ampco’s commitment to this high standard is obvious with their series of high-efficiency centrifugal pumps.  Ampco’s […]

The Faces of Cortech DXP—Trisha Jenkins, Customer Service Representative

Trisha Jenkins is one of several expert customer service representatives at Cortech DXP’s Anaheim office. She handles a wide variety of administrative duties as she interacts with the customers, sales and accounting staff, outside vendors, and service team members to coordinate jobs and place product and service orders. Trisha enters orders, completes invoices, and helps […]

The Advantages of a Sealless Pump

Sealless pumps are designed to contain fluids that may be dangerous, toxic, caustic, or extremely valuable; in other words, liquids that can’t be leaked into the environment or lost. Sealless pumps are also regularly found where space is limited, or there are noise or safety regulations. And in all their various applications sealless pumps offer […]

Avoid Corrosion and Minimize Wear with a KSB Wastewater Pump

The pumping and processing of industrial wastewater presents a range of challenges. To minimize the risk of issues arising from corrosion and wear, it’s critical to install pumps that offer reliable, long-lasting performance.   Wastewater Applications KSB is one of the top names in the world of wastewater pumps. Their systems are found in a […]

New Grundfos CR Pumps: The Intersection of Efficiency, Reliability, and Versatility

Efficient For more than 45 years, Grundfos CR pumps have led the way in vertical inline multistage pump technology. Their latest generation of pumps—models 95, 125, and 155— features optimized hydraulic designs, from impeller and guide vanes to inlet, discharge port, sleeve, and diffuser. Plus, a reduced footprint means not only efficiency, but also reduced […]

The Faces of DXP Pacific
Christian O’Cana, Sales Engineer

In our ongoing “Faces of DXP Pacific” blog series, our goal is to share some of the incredible individuals who make up our company. They are the heart and soul of our business, and it’s because of our people that our clients have such trust in what we do. Meet Christian Today, we would like […]

Flex-A-Seal Introduces the World’s First Two-Piece Split Cartridge Mechanical Seal

Flex-A-Seal, a company built on innovation, began in 1983 with a primary focus on welded metal bellows seals. They quickly grew into one of the top manufacturers of mechanical seals and sealing accessories. Today, Cortech DXP is proud to be a representative of Flex-A-Seal’s exceptional products.    Flex-A-Seal Style 85 Split Cartridge Mechanical Seal Flex-A-Seal’s […]

Handle Food and Pharmaceuticals with an AMPCO Lobe Pump

Rotary lobe pumps are very popular in food processing and in the pharmaceuticals industry because they are specifically designed to handle solids, slurries, pastes and a variety of other liquids that don’t process well in other types of pumps. Lobe pumps are excellent for solids handling because they don’t cause damage to the materials.   […]