Plant Engineering most-viewed pumps and compressors articles in 2023

Read the best articles about pumps and compressors including pump tips, drive pumps, refrigeration compressors and more.

By Plant Engineering Staff December 1, 2023
Courtesy: Brett Sayles

Plant Engineering’s top 5 articles online about pumps and compressors posted over the last year covered pump tips, drive pumps, refrigeration compressors and more.

1. Vertical turbine pump tips and tricks

Vertical turbine pumps (VTPs) are ubiquitous and used in many different applications constantly, which makes them more vulnerable to damage because of constant wear.

2. The 10 key ways magnetic drive pumps maximize plant reliability

The innovative design of magnetic drive pumps provides 10 distinct advantages. Operations that employ these pumps benefit from enhanced reliability and productivity.

3. Three oil-cooling methods for an industrial refrigeration compressor

Knowing the difference between oil-cooling methods for an industrial refrigeration compressor can help manufacturers avoid downtime in the food and beverage industry.

4. Pump repair: Working with close tolerance fits

At the 2023 EASA convention, one session covered pump repair and working with close tolerances.

5. The future of control valve maintenance: 24/7 online diagnostics additional answers

Ed Silva from Flowserve Corporation answered additional questions on topics such as auto calibration, HART modules and more.


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