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    Seal-less eccentric disc pump models feature no mechanical seals, packing, couplings — or even magnets, with the shaft sealed instead by a unique double stainless-steel bellows.
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Why seal-less pumps can provide benefits over sealed pumps

    Michael Coburn
    March 14, 2025
    When manufacturing or handling dangerous and hazardous chemicals, full product containment is necessary and seal-less pumps can improve safety, and optimize maintenance and operational...

    Pumps, Motors & Drives

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    A regenerative turbine pump pumping hydrocarbons in a chemical plant. This technology can handle viscosities of 0.1 to 50 cSt with differential pressures up to 20 bar (300 psi) and a maximum allowable working pressure of up to 34 bar (493 psi).
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    While AODD pumps are highly reliable, fast troubleshooting will minimize downtime.
    AODD Pumps

    Troubleshooting air-operated double-diaphragm pumps

    Leighton Jones
    Sept. 11, 2023
    A practical checklist for how to quickly troubleshoot an AODD pump.
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    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Processing Q&A: Realizing energy savings for motors and drives

    Processing Staff
    Aug. 24, 2023
    Discussing trends in the sector with Rockwell Automation's John Dirks.
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    Figure 1 (above, below right): VFDs and servos both operate motors but have differing capabilities. Many users implement both types of motor and motion control, and they would prefer a single coordinated development and automation environment for best ease of use and performance.
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Simplifying motor and motion control architectures

    Daniel Smith
    Aug. 17, 2023
    When combining VFD motor and servo drive motion control with automation and data driven systems, a coordinated portfolio of products makes the task far easier than pursuing custom...
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    Pump designers and manufacturers must respond to customers' pressing needs, such as equipment longevity and reliability.
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Energy efficiency underpins pump sector shift to system focus

    Joe Keenan
    Aug. 16, 2023
    Addressing energy inefficiencies should be a priority for the pump sector. An important way of doing this can be seen in the shift away from a purely product offering approach...
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    A pump used in the food processing industry.
    Bearings & Seals

    Addressing sealing challenges in rotating equipment for the food and pharmaceutical industries

    Joshua Cavinee
    July 31, 2023
    Material certifications, seal geometry and even seal color must also be factored in to allow for maximized seal life, minimized risk and reduced total cost of ownership for both...