Pumps

Sulzer signs multi-year framework agreement with Veolia

Sulzer has signed a 5-yr global purchasing framework agreement with Veolia, a global environmental specialist in water, waste and energy management.

Nikkiso unveils next-generation ammonia pump for a range of applications

Causes and countermeasures for a compressor lube oil system failure due to delayed oil pressure recovery by an auxiliary lube oil pump

This article shares insights from a lube oil system issue and recommends key points to consider when operating oil systems. 

ITT Goulds Pumps introduces 3430 large double suction pump line

ITT Inc.’s Goulds Pumps has launched its 3430 large double suction pump line, featuring a new design delivering significant advancements in cost, features and hydraulics to the market.

Honeywell to acquire Sundyne to expand critical equipment portfolio and aftermarket services

Honeywell has agreed to acquire Sundyne from private equity firm Warburg Pincus for $2.16 billion in an all-cash transaction. This represents approximately 14.5x 2024 EBITDA on a tax-adjusted basis.

Ebullated bed hydrocracking: A process and mechanical upset scenario

The purpose of this article is to describe, analyze and suggest some technical peculiarities and criticalities that can affect the operation and safety of ebullated bed hydrocracking technology units—a process and mechanical upset scenario during emergency shutdown.

Reduce costs by following grab sampling best practices

Accurate grab sampling practices are necessary to validate the quality of chemical products with precise compositions. Operators must follow proper procedures to avoid compromising the sample. Otherwise, the result may be an inaccurate analysis of their product, leading to quality lapses and potentially costing a facility thousands of dollars in revenue.

Sealing oil mist: Choose the proper bearing isolators

Bearings are valuable components that support the proper functionality of pumps. However, like any essential component, they require adequate protection. The best technology to guard against premature bearing failure is bearing isolators, and it is critical to select the correct bearing isolator design that incorporates features specific for oil mist lubrication.

Demystify warm-up practices for centrifugal pumps

This article provides a thorough analysis of various warm-up practices—examining their benefits and drawbacks and proposing well-grounded guidelines for the development of efficient warm-up systems.

Research on vibration analysis and control of rotating axial flow pumps

Vibration of axial flow pumps has emerged as a key problem to the long-term, reliable and stable operation of these pumps in the chemical industry.  This article dives into this issue and provides analysis and remedy.