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Recent Articles on AODD Pumps and Markets

Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf Air-Drive Pumps: Finding the Best Fit for Your Needs

When purchasing air operated diaphragm pumps for industrial purposes, you usually have a hard choice: whether to decide on an exclusively custom-built pump designed only for your needs or an off-the-shelf model, readily available and designed to meet the general industry requirements. This choice is indeed not a simple one and can affect your performance, cost, and efficiency to a great deal. Custom as well as off-the-shelf air driven pumps have their advantages and disadvantages, so selecting the right one would depend on an in-depth understanding of your application, industry-specific demands, and long-term operational goals. Each of these will affect not only the short-term budget but also [...]

October 9, 2024|

How Sanitary Diaphragm Pumps Ensure Safe and Efficient Liquid Transfer

The pharmaceutical, food and beverage, biotechnology, and cosmetic industries require fast, efficient, reliable, and sanitary liquid transfer. In these industries, there has been an increasingly high demand for the maintenance of product integrity without contamination. That is where the sanitary diaphragm pumps show their value. These pumps are designed to safely transfer liquids while ensuring the process is not only efficient but also up to stringent hygiene standards. Let's understand the inner mechanics of the sanitary diaphragm pumps, how they work, and why they are indispensable in industries reliant on cleanliness and efficiency. What is a Sanitary Diaphragm Pump? A sanitary diaphragm pump is a type of [...]

September 9, 2024|

What Affects Compressed Air in Air Diaphragm Pump and How to Manage It

Air diaphragm pumps are versatile and reliable mechanisms used in various industries involved in the transferring fluids and handling abrasive, and corrosive materials. The pump operates by using compressed air to drive a diaphragm mechanism through a pumping action. Compressed air demand is required to be well understood and managed for the optimal performance, efficiency, and longevity of air diaphragm pumps. Compressed air serves as the driving force behind the movement of the diaphragms within the pump. The effectiveness of this process hinges on several key factors, including the pump’s size, the nature of the fluid being pumped, and the operational conditions. Each of these elements can [...]

September 9, 2024|

Common Challenges with Diaphragm Pump Suction Lift and How to Overcome Them

Diaphragm pumps are commonly used across industries do to their versatility in handling types of fluids even those with high viscosity or abrasive qualities. Suction lift plays a role in determining how well diaphragm pumps perform by enabling them to pull fluids from levels low than the pump. It is important to recognize and tackle the obstacles linked to suction lift in diaphragm pumps to maintain operations and prevent issues. What is Suction Lift in Diaphragm Pumps? When we talk about suction lift, we're referring to the height from the fluids surface to the centerline of the pump. Essentially, it's how high the pump needs to raise [...]

August 28, 2024|

Navigating Specific Gravity and Viscosity in Fluid Transfer Systems

Fluid transfer systems play an important role in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, chemical processing and water treatment. The effectiveness of these systems not only relies on the equipment used but also on a thorough understanding of the fluids being transferred. Specific gravity and viscosity are factors that significantly impact dynamics influencing aspects like flow rates and pump efficiency under different conditions. Let’s explore the significance of these properties and how to effectively manage them to enhance transfer systems performance when handling substances, like hydraulic oil, coolant or other industrial fluids. Understanding Specific Gravity in Fluid Transfer Systems Specific gravity is a dimensionless measure that compares the [...]

August 28, 2024|

A Comprehensive Guide to Flange and Threaded Connections in Pump Systems

Connections are crucial in pumping systems to keep operations running smoothly improve efficiency and avoid leaks. Flange and threaded connections are commonly used in various pump systems and each offering benefits and uses. When deciding on the connection type, for your pumping systems various categories of connection types should be taken into consideration. Two of the most widely connections used in pumping system are flanged and threaded, and each type serves a specific purpose depending on the application in which it is being used. Understanding Pump Connections Before diving into flanged vs. threaded connections, it’s crucial to understand the importance of connections in pump setups. Connections connect [...]

July 26, 2024|

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