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Pump Maintenance 101: How to Build a Maintenance Program That Prevents Problems Before They Start

Build a chemical pump maintenance program that catches problems early and helps prevent production interruptions.

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Pump Maintenance 101: How Maintenance Needs Change by Pump Type

A pump maintenance program should not treat every pump in the plant the same way. A centrifugal pump, self-priming pump, air-operated double-diaphragm pump, and portable drum…

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Pumps for Automotive Production Lines: How Fluid Handling Keeps Manufacturing Moving

Pumps do not always get the attention on an automotive production floor. Robots, conveyors, compressors, inspection systems, and controls usually get the spotlight. But when a…

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Sustainable Pumping Solutions for Pulp Plants in Georgia and Florida

Pulp and paper plants run on flow. Water, chemicals, slurries, process fluids, wastewater, and support utilities all have to move where they are needed, when they are needed.…

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Unlocking Efficiency: The Crucial Role of Pulsation Dampening in Industrial Pump Systems

The Vibration Dilemma in Industrial Pump Systems Industrial processes relying on Double Diaphragm Pumps often face a recurring challenge, vibrations disrupting both intake and…

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How Reliable Pump Systems Cut Waste in Paint Manufacturing

Paint manufacturing depends on controlled flow, repeatable batch quality, and safe handling of demanding materials. Resins, pigments, solvents, additives, and finished coatings…

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How Smart Pump Selection Helps Wineries and Breweries Reduce Waste and Energy Costs

Wine and beer production are built on craftsmanship, but modern operations also depend on disciplined process control. Rising utility costs, tighter sanitation expectations,…

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Why Hygienic Pumps Are Essential in Winery and Brewery Production

Wineries and breweries rely on controlled, sanitary fluid handling at nearly every stage of production. From grape juice transfer and cellar operations to wort movement,…

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Reliable Pumps Help Power Florida’s Sugar Industry Efficiency and Sustainability

Florida’s sugar industry depends on reliable process equipment at every stage, from field irrigation to juice transfer and plant operations. Pumps are central to that…

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How Pumps Keep Florida’s Sugar Industry Efficient and Sustainable

Florida’s sugar industry depends on more than harvesting and processing capacity. It depends on reliable fluid movement at every stage of the operation. From irrigation in the…

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Reliable Compressors and Pumps Supporting Sustainable Growth in Georgia Agriculture

Georgia agriculture depends on equipment that performs under pressure. From peanut processing operations to poultry and pork facilities, production targets are high, operating…

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How Reliable Vacuum Systems Improve Efficiency and Sustainability in Georgia Food Processing

Georgia’s poultry and pork processors operate in one of the most demanding manufacturing environments in the country. Throughput is high, margins are tight, sanitation…

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How Reliable Pumps Support Georgia’s Peanut Industry from Field to Processing Plant

Georgia’s peanut industry depends on consistency. Water has to move when crops need it. Product has to transfer when the plant is running. And maintenance teams need equipment…

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The Case for Full-System Reliability Programs in Modern Utility Plants

Most Plants Don’t Have a “Parts” Problem, They Have a System Problem Walk into any energy or utility facility and you’ll hear a familiar story. There’s always a pump that needs…

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Walking Through 80+ Years of Georgia Manufacturing: What I Shared on the Manufacturing News Network Podcast

Eric Lunsford’s Perspective Recently, I sat down with Kenzie Moss for a conversation about Georgia manufacturing, my family’s history with HAE Industrial, and what we actually…

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Size Matters - Appearance on Manufacturing News Network

Why Compressed Air Efficiency is More Important Than Ever - My Conversation with GMA We’re living in a time where energy costs are climbing, supply chain delays are stretching…

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Corrosive Duty Pumps: Common Mistakes That Shorten Service Life

HAE Industrial | www.pyebarker.com | 404-363-6000 When you’re handling corrosive fluids, you’re already operating in one of the toughest environments for pump reliability.…

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Choosing the Right Pump for Corrosive Chemicals: Avoiding Downtime and Compliance Risks

Why corrosive chemicals demand a different approach When you run a chemical plant, pumps are not just another piece of equipment. They are the heart of the processes that keep…

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Viking Internal Gear Pumps: Versatile Solutions for Industry Needs

Why Viking Internal Gear Pumps Stand Out Viking internal gear pumps are renowned for their versatility and performance across a broad spectrum of applications. From handling…

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Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps: A Guide by HAE Industrial

The Relationship Between Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps Understanding the Interplay Between Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps For engineers and technicians…

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Industrial Gear Pump Cavitation

How to Prevent Cavitation and Starvation Issues in Industrial Gear Pump Systems Introduction In industrial applications, even minor oversights in pump installation and…

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Viking Motor Speed Pumps: High-Speed Liquid Pumping Solutions

Unleashing the Power of Viking Motor Speed Pumps The Ideal Solution for High-Speed, Low-Viscosity Liquid Pumping Viking Motor Speed Pumps have set a new standard in the…

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Overcoming the Top 5 Roadblocks to Pump System Optimization

Achieving Maximum Efficiency: Roadblocks to Pump System Optimization Upgrading your pumping systems is a valuable investment. By optimizing these systems, you can significantly…

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Maximizing AODD Pump Performance: Tips from HAE Industrial

Unlocking the Potential of AODD Pumps: A Guide for Industrial Engineers Industrial processes heavily rely on the efficiency of pumps, compressors, blowers, and vacuums. At HAE…

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Viking Pump Distributor in Georgia: The Best Solutions for Demanding Fluid-Handling Applications

Your Trusted Viking Pump Distributor in Georgia Did you know that HAE Industrial has been Georgia’s main distributor of Viking Pump products for over 50 years? Viking Pump,…

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6 Critical Mistakes That Shorten Your Pump's Lifespan: A Guide by HAE Industrial

Prolong your Pump's Lifespan The Costly Mistakes Damaging Your Pumps Pumps are the heartbeat of many industrial operations, and neglecting their maintenance can lead to costly…

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Mastering Industrial Pump Basics: A Comprehensive Guide to Internal Gear Pumps

In the realm of industrial machinery, understanding the fundamentals of different product categories is paramount. Let's delve into one of the stalwarts of pumping technology:…

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Lobe Pumps: Operation, Applications, and Maintenance

Understanding Lobe Pumps: A Comprehensive Guide How Lobe Pumps Work Lobe pumps represent a vital member of the positive displacement pump family, offering unique…

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Maximizing Industrial Efficiency: The Advantages of Internal Gear Pumps in GA

Exploring the Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps for Industrial Operations Industrial manufacturing often involves handling hazardous chemicals crucial to various processes. From…

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14 Reasons Why Air-Operated Double Diaphragm Pumps in GA Are Perfect for Industrial Fluid Handling

Discover the Versatility of Air-Operated Double Diaphragm Pumps in GA In the realm of industrial fluid handling, choosing the right pump is crucial for efficiency,…

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High-Performance FMC Pumps in GA for Industrial Applications | HAE Industrial

High-Performance FMC Pumps in GA Introduction to FMC Pumps in GA When it comes to industrial pumping solutions, HAE Industrial stands out as a leading provider of high-quality…

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Mastering the Internal Gear Pump Working Principle: A Guide by HAE Industrial

Understanding the Internal Gear Pump Working Principle Exploring the Internal Gear Pump Working Principle in GA Features and Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps Internal gear pumps…

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Centrifugal vs. Positive Displacement Pumps: A Guide for Industrial Engineers

Centrifugal vs. Positive Displacement Pumps: Making the Right Choice for Industrial Applications When it comes to selecting the right pump for industrial applications, the…

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Maximizing Safety and Efficiency: A Guide to Handling Hazardous Materials with AODD Pumps

Best Practices For Pumping Hazardous Materials Why Choose AODD Pumps? When dealing with hazardous materials, ensuring safety and efficiency is paramount. Leaky pumps not only…

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Maximizing Industrial Pump Lifespan: 6 Key Practices

Maximizing Industrial Pump Lifespan: 6 Key Practices Pumps, compressors, blowers, and vacuums are the lifeblood of many industrial operations, ensuring smooth processes and…

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Enhancing Fluid Handling Efficiency: Wright Flow Revolution Pumps by HAE Industrial

Introduction to Wright Flow Revolution Pumps Fluid handling in industrial settings demands precision and reliability. At HAE Industrial, we understand the intricacies of…

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Enhancing Industrial Processes with Wright Flow SteriLobe Pumps in GA

Unveiling the Superiority of Wright Flow SteriLobe Pumps In the realm of industrial machinery, HAE Industrial stands as a beacon of excellence, offering top-tier parts and…

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Elevate Industrial Processes with ARO Expert Series Diaphragm Pumps | HAE Industrial

Enhance Industrial Processes with ARO Expert Series Diaphragm Pumps In the competitive landscape of industrial processes, the choice of equipment is pivotal, dictating…

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Enhancing Industrial Processes with Wright Flow Sterilobe Pumps | HAE Industrial

Transforming Industrial Efficiency with Wright Flow Sterilobe Pumps The Innovative Design of Wright Flow Sterilobe Pumps For over three decades, HAE Industrial has been a…

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Unveiling the Power of Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps in GA for Industrial Applications

Unleashing Efficiency and Reliability: Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps in GA In the realm of industrial machinery, precision and reliability are paramount. Continental…

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Enhance Industrial Operations with Finish Thompson Pumps: A Comprehensive Guide

Exploring Finish Thompson Pumps Series for Industrial Applications Industrial operations rely heavily on efficient and reliable equipment like pumps, compressors, blowers, and…

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Everything You Need to Know About Finish Thompson End Suction Pumps in GA

Understanding Finish Thompson End Suction Pumps in GA Each different kind of pump possesses its own weaknesses and strengths. As a buyer, you might find it challenging to…

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Unlocking the Power of Vane Pumps in Industrial Applications

How Vane Pumps Work Vane pumps stand as stalwarts in the realm of industrial fluid handling, providing efficient solutions for a multitude of applications. Let's delve into the…

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Enhancing Fluid Transfer Efficiency: Rustoleum's Success Story

Optimizing Fluid Transfer Efficiency: A Case Study by HAE Industrial In today's era of heightened energy consciousness, businesses are reevaluating their production equipment…

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Optimizing Bio Fuel Transfer: A Case Study on Pump Efficiency

In the dynamic world of industrial machinery, efficiency is paramount. This is especially true for facilities dealing with bio fuel transfer, as every minute counts in the…

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Understanding High-Pressure Positive Displacement Pumps | HAE Industrial

Understanding High-Pressure Positive Displacement Pumps As the industrial landscape evolves, the realm of positive displacement pumps continues to expand, presenting a myriad…

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Revolutionizing Fiberglass Bathtub Manufacturing with Innovative Pump Solutions

Transforming Fiberglass Bathtub Production with Innovative Pump Solutions Manufacturing fiberglass bathtubs requires precision and efficiency, especially when it comes to the…

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Common Gear Pump Misapplications: A Guide for Industrial Engineers

Unveiling Industrial Gear Pump Misapplications of Positive Displacement Pump leakage has evolved into a critical concern in recent years, fueled by environmental worries,…

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Enhancing Industrial Pump Efficiency with FTI Cordless Drum Pump

Revolutionizing Drum Pumping with FTI Cordless Drum Pump 12V Motor When it comes to industrial pumps, mobility can be a game-changer. At HAE Industrial, we understand the…

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Maximizing Uptime with Viking Pump Repair Kits: A Comprehensive Guide by HAE Industrial

Enhance Industrial Efficiency with HAE Industrial's Viking Pump Repair Kits In the fast-paced world of industrial production, minimizing downtime is crucial for meeting…

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Navigating the World of AODD Pumps: Insights from the Experts

In the dynamic field of industrial equipment, the mastery of specific tools can define the efficiency and success of operations. This was the theme of a recent webinar that…

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Demystifying Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps: A Guide by HAE Industrial

The Relationship Between Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps Understanding the dynamics of torque and horsepower is crucial when dealing with industrial pumps, especially…

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Revolutionize Your Industrial Fluid Management with ARO's Innovative Controller

In the fast-paced world of industrial fluid management, staying ahead is crucial. ARO, a leading name in the industry, is set to transform your operations with its latest…

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Maximizing Industrial Efficiency Through Precision Engineering by HAE Industrial

A Testament to Precision Engineering: Viking Pump Repairs Industrial pumps play a pivotal role in various sectors, ensuring seamless operations. At HAE Industrial, we excel in…

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Optimizing Internal Gear Pump Efficiency: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Understanding Internal Gear Pumps: Critical Insights for Industrial Pump Maintenance Over the past few months, misconceptions surrounding internal gear pumps have surfaced,…

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The Critical Role of Industrial Pump Strainers in Enhancing Pump Performance

The Importance of Strainers in Industrial Pump Systems As an experienced pump applications engineer at HAE Industrial, I understand the intricacies involved in designing pump…

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Revolutionizing Industrial Fluid Transfer with FTI Cordless Drum Pump

Discover the Future of Drum Pumps with HAE Industrial's FTI Cordless Solution In the realm of industrial machinery, HAE Industrial stands at the forefront, introducing a…

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Unlocking the Power Play: Torque and Horsepower in Industrial Pumps, Compressors, Blowers, and Vacuums

  Deciphering Torque and Horsepower for Optimal Industrial Machinery Performance Navigating the intricate world of industrial machinery, HAE Industrial emerges as a beacon…

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Unlocking Efficiency in Industrial Fluid Handling: Gear Pumps Demystified

  Introduction Are you grappling with pump leakage issues in handling acid-based or lightweight hazardous fluids? In the realm of industrial machinery, the importance of…

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Maximizing Efficiency with HAE Industrial's Viking Abrasive Liquid Pumps for Industrial Applications

  Unleashing the Potential of Viking Abrasive Liquid Pumps Pumping abrasive liquids poses challenges, demanding specialized solutions for longevity and efficiency. At HAE…

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Mastering Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) for Industrial Pumps: A Comprehensive Guide by HAE Industrial

  Unraveling Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) in Industrial Applications Understanding the critical role of Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) is paramount for engineers and…

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Unlocking Pump Performance: PSI and TDH Demystified | HAE Industrial

  Decoding Pump Pressure: PSI vs. TDH in Industrial Machinery Understanding the intricacies of pump pressure is pivotal for engineers and technicians in the industrial…

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Viking's New API 676 Compliant Pump

Viking's New API 676 Compliant Pump Viking Pump is proud to announce the availability of the XPD 676 Series and the Universal 682 Series. Engineered to API 676 Design…

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ARO Electronic Interface EXP Series Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps for Dosing and Metering

Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps for Dosing and Metering Many of my customers in north Georgia who produce coatings, printing inks and light weight chemicals and typically use air…

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Hydrocarbon Engineering Magazine Raves About Viking's New XPD 676 Pump

Hydrocarbon Engineering Magazine Raves About Viking's New XPD 676 Pump Refineries, petrochemical plants and their EPCs have had limited choices for positive displacement (PD)…

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Using an ARO Diaphragm Pump for Powders

Using an ARO Diaphragm Pump for Powders We have a customer who does custom chemical mixing for pesticide and herbicide manufacturers. The additives used to produce these…

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Know Your Product: Wright Flow Technologies Revolution Pumps

Just recently the team here at HAE Industrial got their first look at the Wright Flow Technologies’ Revolution Pumps. So I sat down with the team to get everyone’s opinions of…

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Process Equipment Breakdown - What’s Next?

Break downs happen, sometimes they are totally unavoidable. Other times breakdowns are just a matter of time – caused by a mistake made during reassembly after routine…

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Product Review: Viking Motor Speed Pumps

Viking Motor Speed Pumps I’ve just gotten my hands on some of the new Viking Motor Speed Pumps. And frankly I’m fairly impressed. For HAE Industrial’s clients these look like…

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The Art Of Comparing Apples To Oranges: How To Evaluate Two Different Proposals

“In The Absence Of Information People Will Buy Based On Price.” I’ll admit that I can’t for the life of me remember who said that but I don’t believe I have the genius to think…

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3 Ways To Ruin Your Pump

Pumps are a lot like the human body. Keep them healthy and they will provide you with a lifetime of good health and worry free living. In all the Krav Maga classes that I teach…

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Product Review: Viking XPD 676 API Compliant Pump

Viking XPD 676 API Compliant Pump Viking has just stepped up promotion of their new XPD 676 range, so we thought it would be a good time to review their offerings for chemical,…

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Make Sure Your Pumps Are Put In The Right Place

A Vital Lesson In Double Checking Your Pump Specifications (you’ll be glad this didn’t happen to you). A while ago now, we were approached by an engineering firm (who will…

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3 More Ways To Ruin Your Pump

3 more ways to ruin your pump A couple of months back I shared with you three all too common mistakes I see our clients’ maintenance teams make that damage their pumps and…

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Four Common Uses for "Pulsation Dampeners" in Four Different Industries

Four Common Uses for "Pulsation Dampeners" It’s a common problem across a number of industries using Double Diaphragm Pumps to experience vibration on both the intake side and…

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5 Considerations When Designing Your Pump Enclosure

5 Considerations When Designing Your Pump Enclosure When I think about our clients using pumps, I think they are always going to be indoors – in a safe climate controlled…

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Why Your Pump System Sucks. All The Hidden ‘TAXES’ That Nobody Ever Anticipates

All The Hidden ‘TAXES’ That Nobody Ever Anticipates When you buy a pump with a 20 year lifespan you aren’t just buying the sticker price of say $68,333, you are committing to…

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10 All Too Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps - Part 2

Recently I wrote about 5 categories of problems we see when we are called out about centrifugal pumps. Today I’m going to go through the remaining 5 categories of problems we…

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10 All Too Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps Part 1

Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps Part 1 We do our share of field service for centrifugal pumps – when we get there we often see them being used beyond…

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How To Keep Your Older Pumps Pumping At Peak Efficiency

To think that so many pumps operating today were built up to 50 years ago… It shows you what happened in the good ole days when it seemed we were more skilled at matching…

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5 Roadblocks To Optimizing Your Pumping Systems (Avoid Them Or You’ll Be Sorry…)

5 Roadblocks To Optimizing Your Pumping Systems Working towards upgrading your pumping systems is a worthwhile goal. System upgrades can save you a fortune from reduced…

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Saving You Time &Amp; Money - It's What We Do.

Saving you Time & Money - It's what we do. One of our customers is a global thermoplastic elastomer manufacturer. They relocated several pumps that they used in their…

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Viking Pumps Offer Superior Service Life

Viking Pumps offer Superior Service Life Creating power through coal requires all sorts of machinery, and if one piece of the system fails, problems arise. Coal pulverizers…

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Looking Ahead - Viking Pumps Save You Money

Looking ahead - Viking Pumps save you money We recently dealt with a customer who extrudes cottonseed oil. This customer was using diaphragm pumps when we encountered their…

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Shouldn't All Pumps Be as Rock Solid as a Viking Pump?

Shouldn't all pumps be as rock solid as a Viking Pump? We have a customer who manufactures fiberglass bathtubs — tubs made from materials that are more affordable than brass,…

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Air-Operated Diaphragm Pump Disasters: 3 More Installation Traps (and A Quick Fix for Each One)

In December, I shared with you 3 Air Operated Diaphragm Pump (AODD) installation traps. There are another 3 common installation traps that I see maintenance teams make when…

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A New Look at Best Practices For Pumping Hazardous Materials

  Best Practices For Pumping Hazardous Materials Nobody likes a leaky pump and the unscheduled downtime and increased maintenance needs. When these pumps are moving…

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Six Mistakes You Could Be Making That Shorten The Life Of Your Pumps

You Could Be Shortening The Life Of Your Pumps As the saying goes nothing lasts forever. But a good pump that is well maintained can last you a VERY long time. An ANSI pump can…

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Know Your Pumps: Internal Gear Pumps

  Sometimes there’s nothing quite like a reminder about the basics of various product categories. So we thought we’d take the time to review some of the major pump…

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HAE Industrial CEO Interviewed on Empowering Industry Podcast

Eric was interviewed by Charli Matthews on the Empowering Industry Podcast. The podcast is the hub for pumps and related industry insight and has been for the past 9 years.…

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The Real Secret to Optimizing Your Compressed Air System

  Optimizing Your Compressed Air System It’s interesting to me that a lot of compressed air systems are allowed to grow organically. Pumping systems are precisely…

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Know Your Pumps: Lobe Pumps

We’re back for another edition of “Know Your Pumps.” This time we take a look at another member of the positive displacement pump family: lobe pumps. How Do Lobe Pumps Work?…

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Rotary Screw or Reciprocating Gardner Denver Compressors - Which One Do You Need?

  Compressed air has become a vital utility in the day-to-day operations of most companies. Businesses are well aware of the need for compressors, but there is…

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Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps in Georgia for Industrial Operations

  Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps Many industrial manufacturing plants use dangerous chemicals in their operations. Things like strong acids, resins, polymers, solvents,…

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When to Use a Viking Positive Displacement Pump in Georgia

Viking Positive Displacement Pump The decision to use a Positive Displacement pump (PD Pump) or a centrifugal pump is not always a crystal-clear choice. To make the right…

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Useful Information Regarding The Internal Gear Pump Working Principle In Georgia

The Internal Gear Pump Working Principle A gear pump is a type of positive displacement pump. Gear pumps use the actions of revolving gears to move fluids. The rotating gears…

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Avoid Devastating Consequences with Pump Strainers

Avoiding Devastating Consequences The number one thing that takes a positive displacement pump offline is a foreign object in the fluid. When that happens, the consequences can…

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From Food to High-End Pharmaceuticals with Wright Flow Sterilobe Pumps in Georgia

Wright Flow Sterilobe Pumps Wright Flow Technologies is well known for its design and manufacture of rotary lobe pumps for over 30 years, including the new Revolution and other…

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Get Greater Flow Control with the Finish Thompson PFP40 Pumps in Georgia

  Finish Thompson PFP40 Pumps The Finish Thompson PFP40 in Georgia is a seal-less, high-performance drum pump with a unique double suction impeller that provides high flow…

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FMC Pumps in Georgia Are Built to Excel

FMC Pumps in Georgia Are Built to Excel FMC Technologies and its distributors have the resources to deliver turnkey pump systems on a global basis. By combining systems design,…

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Wright Flow SteriLobe Pumps in Georgia: The New Benchmark For Rotary Lobe Pumps

All Wright Flow Sterilobe pumps in Georgia - except the SLHS pump - can be fitted with front cover relief valves to protect the pump and seals from over-pressure situations.…

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Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps

  Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps in GA: How They Work Continental progressing cavity pumps in GA have characteristics similar to those of a piston pump. These…

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Finish Thompson End Suction Pumps in Georgia: The Fundamentals

Each different kind of pump possesses its own weaknesses and strengths. As a buyer, you might find it challenging to choose among the options that can be selected for the same…

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Viking Rotary Vane Pumps

Viking Rotary Vane Pumps in GA: Features, Benefits, and Applications Viking rotary vane pumps in GA are used for liquid transfer in applications ranging from LP gas to…

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Wright Pump TRA10

Wright Pump TRA10 in GA: The Best Choice for Sanitary Fluids The reliability of Wright Flow Technologies positive displacement pumping principle has been proven over several…

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Continental Progressive Cavity Pumps

Benefits of Continental Progressive Cavity Pumps in GA Continental progressive cavity pumps in GA have traits that are comparable to reciprocating or rotary pumps. And because…

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End Your Reliance On Mechanical Seals and Packing With A Simple and Reliable Alternative

Viking pump buyers no longer have to rely on mechanical seals or packing for their pumps. Packing breaks down and needs to be replaced. Mechanical seals break down causing…

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The Drip Stops Here

Introducing Viking Pump O-Pro Seals Leakage is often treated as an unpreventable inconvenience or a necessary evil for many applications. This is particularly true of viscous…

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Hard Metal Pumps: Powering Up the Slurry Industry

Powering Up the Slurry Industry Hard metal pumps are at the heart of the slurry industry. Without them, transporting abrasive, slurry materials from one point to another within…

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5 Questions (with Answers) About Rotary Lobe Pumps

Find Out More Information Regarding Rotary Lobe Pumps In 2013, we had a customer in the snack food business. They approached us because they were using sine pumps that they had…

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5 Questions (with Answers) About Rotary Lobe Pumps

Find Out More Information Regarding Rotary Lobe Pumps In 2013, we had a customer in the snack food business. They approached us because they were using sine pumps that they had…

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The Drip Stops Here

Introducing Viking Pump O-Pro Seals Leakage is often treated as an unpreventable inconvenience or a necessary evil for many applications. This is particularly true of viscous…

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Hard Metal Pumps: Powering Up the Slurry Industry

Powering Up the Slurry Industry Hard metal pumps are at the heart of the slurry industry. Without them, transporting abrasive, slurry materials from one point to another within…

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End Your Reliance On Mechanical Seals and Packing With A Simple and Reliable Alternative

Viking pump buyers no longer have to rely on mechanical seals or packing for their pumps. Packing breaks down and needs to be replaced. Mechanical seals break down causing…

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Georgia’s Viking Pump Distributor Offers Answers

Demanding fluid-handling applications call for the right equipment and expertise Did you know that we became Georgia’s Viking Pump main distributor over 50 years ago? This is…

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Continental Progressive Cavity Pumps

Benefits of Continental Progressive Cavity Pumps in GA Continental progressive cavity pumps in GA have traits that are comparable to reciprocating or rotary pumps. And because…

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Wright Pump TRA10

Wright Pump TRA10 in GA: The Best Choice for Sanitary Fluids The reliability of Wright Flow Technologies positive displacement pumping principle has been proven over several…

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Viking Rotary Vane Pumps

Viking Rotary Vane Pumps in GA: Features, Benefits, and Applications Viking rotary vane pumps in GA are used for liquid transfer in applications ranging from LP gas to…

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Finish Thompson End Suction Pumps in GA: The Fundamentals

Each different kind of pump possesses its own weaknesses and strengths. As a buyer, you might find it challenging to choose among the options that can be selected for the same…

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Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps

Continental Progressing Cavity Pumps in GA: How They Work Continental progressing cavity pumps in GA have characteristics similar to those of a piston pump. These include…

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Wright Flow Revolution Pumps Raise the Bar on Performance and Ease of Maintenance

All Wright Flow Revolution models continue under the Viking name - view the complete Viking Pump Hygienic family at HAE Industrial. Wright Flow Technologies provides…

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Wright Flow SteriLobe Pumps in GA: The New Benchmark For Rotary Lobe Pumps

All Wright Flow Sterilobe pumps in GA - except the SLHS pump - can be fitted with front cover relief valves to protect the pump and seals from over-pressure situations. The…

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FMC Pumps in GA Are Built to Excel

FMC Pumps in GA Are Built to Excel FMC Technologies and its distributors have the resources to deliver turnkey pump systems on a global basis. By combining systems design,…

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Get Greater Flow Control with the Finish Thompson PFP40 in GA

Finish Thompson PFP40 The Finish Thompson PFP40 in GA is aseal-less, high-performance drum pump with a unique double suction impeller that provides high flow and high head.…

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From Food to High-End Pharmaceuticals with Wright Flow Sterilobe in GA

Wright Flow Sterilobe Wright Flow Technologies is well known for its design and manufacture of rotary lobe pumps for over 30 years, including the new Revolution and other…

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Avoid Devastating Consequences with Pump Strainers

Avoiding Devastating Consequences The number one thing that takes a positive displacement pump offline is a foreign object in the fluid. When that happens, the consequences can…

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Useful Information Regarding The Internal Gear Pump Working Principle In GA

The Internal Gear Pump Working Principle A gear pump is a type of positive displacement pump. Gear pumps use the actions of revolving gears to move fluids. The rotating gears…

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When to Use a Viking Positive Displacement Pump in GA

Viking Positive Displacement Pump The decision to use a Positive Displacement pump (PD Pump) or a centrifugal pump is not always a crystal-clear choice. To make the right…

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Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps in GA for Industrial Operations

Benefits of Internal Gear Pumps Many industrial manufacturing plants use dangerous chemicals in their operations. Things like strong acids, resins, polymers, solvents, and…

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10 Important Facts You Should Know Before Buying Positive Displacement Pumps in GA

Buying Positive Displacement Pumps Positive displacement pumps and centrifugal pumps are the two main types of pumps available for industrial applications. Positive…

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What Are The Differences In Positive Displacement Pumps In GA?

Differences In Positive Displacement Pumps The world of positive displacement pumps is very large and steadily growing. As a positive displacement pump supplier in GA, I’m…

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External vs. Internal Gear Pumps: Principles & Applications

Know Your Pumps: External Gear Pumps and Internal Gear Pumps for Thin Liquids Published: June 19, 2017 Updated: January 2, 2025 Welcome to HAE Industrial, where we bring…

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Know Your Pumps: Vane Pumps

We are continuing on with our series of ‘Know Your Pump’ so that you better know your way around the world of Positive Displacement pumps. Today we are looking at Vane Pumps.…

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Know Your Pumps: Lobe Pumps

We’re back for another edition of “Know Your Pumps.” This time we take a look at another member of the positive displacement pump family: lobe pumps. How Do Lobe Pumps Work?…

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Know Your Pumps: Internal Gear Pumps

Sometimes there’s nothing quite like a reminder about the basics of various product categories. So we thought we’d take the time to review some of the major pump categories.…

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Six More Mistakes You Could Be Making To Shorten The Life Of Your Pumps

Don't Shorten The Life Of Your Pumps Last month I shared with you six mistakes that could be shortening the life of your pumps. In this follow up article I’ll share with you…

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Six Mistakes You Could Be Making That Shorten The Life Of Your Pumps

You Could Be Shortening The Life Of Your Pumps As the saying goes nothing lasts forever. But a good pump that is well maintained can last you a VERY long time. An ANSI pump can…

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A New Look at Best Practices For Pumping Hazardous Materials

Best Practices For Pumping Hazardous Materials Nobody likes a leaky pump and the unscheduled downtime and increased maintenance needs. When these pumps are moving aggressive…

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An Insider’s Guide To Pump Packing

An Insider’s Guide To Pump Packing Despite all the advances in pump design over the years, we still have to choose how we are going to minimize leakage from our pumps. Based on…

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Air-Operated Diaphragm Pump Disasters: 3 More Installation Traps (and A Quick Fix for Each One)

  In December, I shared with you 3 Air Operated Diaphragm Pump (AODD) installation traps. There are another 3 common installation traps that I see maintenance teams make…

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Shouldn't All Pumps Be as Rock Solid as a Viking Pump?

Shouldn't all pumps be as rock solid as a Viking Pump? We have a customer who manufactures fiberglass bathtubs — tubs made from materials that are more affordable than brass,…

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Looking Ahead - Viking Pumps Save You Money

Looking ahead - Viking Pumps save you money   We recently dealt with a customer who extrudes cottonseed oil. This customer was using diaphragm pumps when we encountered…

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Viking Pumps Offer Superior Service Life

Viking Pumps offer Superior Service Life Creating power through coal requires all sorts of machinery, and if one piece of the system fails, problems arise. Coal pulverizers…

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Saving You Time & Money - It's What We Do.

Saving you Time & Money - It's what we do. One of our customers is a global thermoplastic elastomer manufacturer. They relocated several pumps that they used in their…

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Air-Operated Diaphragm Pump Disasters: 3 Installation Traps (and A Quick Fix for Each One)

Air-operated Diaphragm Pump Disasters We all love Air-operated double-diaphragm pumps (AODD) because they are easy to operate and inexpensive to repair. However there are some…

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5 Roadblocks To Optimizing Your Pumping Systems (Avoid Them Or You’ll Be Sorry…)

5 Roadblocks To Optimizing Your Pumping Systems Working towards upgrading your pumping systems is a worthwhile goal. System upgrades can save you a fortune from reduced…

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10 All Too Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps - Part 2

Recently I wrote about 5 categories of problems we see when we are called out about centrifugal pumps. Today I’m going to go through the remaining 5 categories of problems we…

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10 All Too Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps Part 1

Common Mistakes We See With Self Priming/Centrifugal Pumps Part 1 We do our share of field service for centrifugal pumps – when we get there we often see them being used beyond…

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3 More Ways to Ruin Your Pump

3 more ways to ruin your pump A couple of months back I shared with you three all too common mistakes I see our clients’ maintenance teams make that damage their pumps and…

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Make Sure Your Pumps Are Put in the Right Place

A Vital Lesson In Double Checking Your Pump Specifications (you’ll be glad this didn’t happen to you). A while ago now, we were approached by an engineering firm (who will…

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Product Review: Viking XPD 676 API Compliant Pump

Viking XPD 676 API Compliant Pump Viking has just stepped up promotion of their new XPD 676 range, so we thought it would be a good time to review their offerings for chemical,…

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On The Front Page of ‘Processing’ Magazine!

On The Front Page of ‘Processing’ Magazine! One of HAE Industrial’s pump suppliers – ARO was featured on the front cover of ‘Processing’ Magazine. United DMS (the largest…

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3 Ways To Ruin Your Pump

Pumps are a lot like the human body. Keep them healthy and they will provide you with a lifetime of good health and worry free living. In all the Krav Maga classes that I teach…

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Product Review: Viking Motor Speed Pumps

Viking Motor Speed Pumps I’ve just gotten my hands on some of the new Viking Motor Speed Pumps. And frankly I’m fairly impressed. For HAE Industrial’s clients these look like…

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Know Your Product: Wright Flow Technologies Revolution Pumps

Just recently the team here at HAE Industrial got their first look at the Wright Flow Technologies’ Revolution Pumps. So I sat down with the team to get everyone’s opinions of…

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Using an ARO Diaphragm Pump for Powders

Using an ARO Diaphragm Pump for Powders We have a customer who does custom chemical mixing for pesticide and herbicide manufacturers. The additives used to produce these…

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Hydrocarbon Engineering Magazine Raves About Viking's New XPD 676 Pump

Hydrocarbon Engineering Magazine Raves About Viking's New XPD 676 Pump Refineries, petrochemical plants and their EPCs have had limited choices for positive displacement (PD)…

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ARO Electronic Interface EXP Series Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps for Dosing and Metering

Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps for Dosing and Metering Many of my customers in north Georgia who produce coatings, printing inks and light weight chemicals and typically use air…

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Viking's New API 676 Compliant Pump

Viking's New API 676 Compliant Pump Viking Pump is proud to announce the availability of the XPD 676 Series and the Universal 682 Series. Engineered to API 676 Design…

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Net Positive Suction Head or NPSH Made Easy

Net Positive Suction Head or NPSH Made Easy The pump manufacturer will state the NPSHr, Net Positive Suction Head required, to prevent cavitation or vaporization of the liquid…

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Getting the Most Out of Your Viking Abrasive Liquid Pumps

Getting The Most Out of Your Viking Abrasive liquid pumps Pumping abrasive liquids are always a difficult application. The hardness and percentage of solids increase the wear…

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MISAPPLICATIONS FOR POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT GEAR PUMPS

MISAPPLICATIONS FOR POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT GEAR PUMPS ACID BASED OR LIGHT WEIGHT HAZARDOUS FLUIDS Pump leakage has become more critical in recent years because of environmental…

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FTI Cordless Drum Pump

FTI Cordless Drum Pump When it comes to drum pumps, Finish Thompson has a wide variety of pumps for any need. But one challenge is there is not a lot of mobility when it comes…

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Viking Parts Kits - Repair It Once, Repair It Right.

Viking Parts Kits That is the motto of Viking. Make one repair, do it right, and get it back into production. When it comes to meeting your production quotas, there is no time…

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ARO Releases New SD Line of FDA-Compliant Diaphragm Pumps

New SD line of FDA-Compliant Diaphragm Pumps ARO is launching a series of FDA-compliant diaphragm pumps. The new SD line of FDA-compliant diaphragm pumps is designed to pump…

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Viking Pump Repairs Done Right!

Viking Pump Repairs Done Right! One of our several asphalt customers sent in the parts from a few of his pumps that he had disassembled. His request was that we use the viable…

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3 Things You Can STOP Doing to Get Longer Life from Your Internal Gear Pumps

Get Longer Life from Your Internal Gear Pumps Over the last several months I have run into several user misconceptions about internal gear pumps. These three common errors can…

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Viking Announces the Release of Their New Hygienic Series Gear Pumps

Hygienic Series Gear Pump are now available! Viking’s Hygienic Series positive displacement pumps are designed to conform to international standards for hygienic processing of…

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ARO Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps Are Best in "Total Cost of Ownership"

ARO Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps When it comes to Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps (AOD) there are a lot of manufactures to choose from: Graco, Sandpiper, Wilden, Yamada and ARO to…

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ARO Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps CRUSH the Competition

Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps CRUSH the Competition Several months ago I visited a customer in middle Georgia with the ARO fluid products rep. The customer we visited was using…

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Make Sure You Have the Right Viking Pump for Your Job

The Right Viking Pump for your Job Some things can be made to work; but just because it works doesn't mean it's the best approach. I had a customer in Columbus who was metering…

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Machines Break: Eluding the Inevitable Downtime Production Loss

Eluding the Inevitable Downtime Production Loss At least a few times a week, I run into a common thread among customers. They are in a rush to find a replacement pump because…

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Basic Pumping Principles 102 - Give Your Gear Pump Some Room

Basic Pumping Principles 102 Last spring I was visiting with one of our customers in Middle Georgia. They were having two problems with an application involving a Viking L4724…

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Troubleshooting Pump Problems & Failures

Let Our Experts at HAE Industrial Troubleshoot Pump Problems One of the major problems facing industry today is the limited number of people with sufficient skill and…

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The Energy Saving Benefits of Converting an AOD Pump to an Internal Gear Pump

Converting an AOD Pump to an Internal Gear Pump Many customers are becoming energy conscious and are reviewing existing production equipment to look for ways to save energy.…

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Basic Pumping Principles 101 - Don't Starve Your Pump

Basic Pumping Principles 101 from HAE Industrial A few months ago I was in south Georgia with our salesman Chris Carlisle and we were visiting a bio fuel transfer facility.…

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Is Your Finish Thompson Drum Pump DEF?

In street lingo "def" means something cool, hip, up-to-date. In the world of diesel engines DEF defines the latest in reducing harmful exhaust emissions. DEF is an acronym for…

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