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) pumps that comply with API 676 design standards until recently. While many pumps claim to ‘meet the intent’ of the standard, or ‘comply, with exceptions’, Viking Pump has developed a new […]
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 operated diaphragm pumps are always asking me what we can offer for metering, dosing or being able to remote operate their dispensing operations. Most of these customers […]
Gardner-Denver Certified Technicians: Resolving Air Compressor Challenges In the realm of industrial machinery, precision and expertise are paramount, especially when it comes to troubleshooting complex systems like Gardner-Denver ElectraSaver air compressors. At PYE-BARKER Engineered Solutions, we pride ourselves on our certified technicians who possess the knowledge and experience to address even the most intricate issues […]
3 Types of Filters for Your Compressed Air System Air quality is paramount in industrial operations, particularly when it comes to compressed air systems. Just as vehicles require specific tires for different terrains, compressor systems demand tailored filtration for optimal performance. Let's delve into the three primary types of filters and their respective applications. Particulate […]
If you are not using the correct oil in your air compressor you can significantly damage your compressor parts leading to costly repairs and down time. To reduce the risk of a compressor malfunction, keep the oil reservoir and compressor components clean by sampling and changing the oil on a regular basis. Be sure you […]
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 Standards, the XPD 676 is the Industry’s first fully API 676 Compliant Internal Gear Pump. Capacity to 1,600 GPM (363M3/Hr) Pressure to 200 PSI (14 BAR) […]
The Role of Your Compressor Most of us know how important location is in retail business. Although location when it comes to support equipment is just as crucial if not more so. Support equipment, pumps, blowers, and air compressors more often than not are put where an existing one was, and this is not always […]
Pounds per Square Inch and Total Dynamic Head Two common descriptions of pump pressure are PSI (pounds per square inch) and TDH (total dynamic head). PSI is usually associated with positive displacement pumps and TDH with centrifugal pumps, but the terms are interchangeable. PSI is usually stated in gauge pressure as PSIG, the pressure you […]
