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Centrifugal Pumps

January 18, 2021 By Adam Hurlbatt

Gorman Rupp Release 2″ Super T Series® Pumps Standard with Eradicator® Solids Management System

Gorman-Rupp has updated our 2” T Series pumps to incorporate the following Super T Series features:External, shimless clearance adjustmentFour-point back cover attachment with pusher bolt holesEasy grip handle for back cover removalA two-point “webbed” plate designA patented inspection cover5-year … [Read more...] about Gorman Rupp Release 2″ Super T Series® Pumps Standard with Eradicator® Solids Management System

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Gorman Rupp Roto-Prime Pump Presentation

November 10, 2020 By Adam Hurlbatt

Gorman Rupp Roto-Prime Presentation

Manufactured to the same exacting standards of other Gorman-Rupp products and built specifically for use on petroleum products such as fuels, petrochemicals and solvents Gorman Rupp Roto-Prime pumps are designed for ease of maintenance and constructed for long life.The following video provides an … [Read more...] about Gorman Rupp Roto-Prime Presentation

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May 7, 2018 By Mike Hurlbatt

Gorman Rupp O Series PTO Pumps

Gorman Rupp are one of the largest manufacturers of centrifugal pumps in the world. Based in the US, they manufacture more than 3,000 different models of pumps. Like most of the successful global pump manufacturers, they have been in business a long time, but have still retained their original core … [Read more...] about Gorman Rupp O Series PTO Pumps

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April 30, 2018 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos CR Series: Vertical Multistage Centrifugal Inline Pumps

Grundfos CR vertical multistage centrifugal inline pumps can be used for a wide range of industrial solutions in nearly every sector. It is the broadest range of pumps and applications available.The CR Series is available in cast-iron, all titanium and two grades of stainless steel. There are eleven … [Read more...] about Grundfos CR Series: Vertical Multistage Centrifugal Inline Pumps

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December 13, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Pump Solutions Australasia Awarded Prestigious Distribution Rights by Gorman-Rupp

At Pump Solutions Australasia, we import the best pumps from all over the world into Australia. We have chosen this business model because we know that only the best is acceptable for your operation, no matter how large or how small. When it comes to the mining industry, one of the finest pump … [Read more...] about Pump Solutions Australasia Awarded Prestigious Distribution Rights by Gorman-Rupp

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December 6, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

A Quick Guide to Trash Pumps

Some of you may have heard this term and some may not: trash pumps. These pumps are designed for dewatering applications and are portable. These kind of pumps have the capability of moving water with solids in it such as twigs, sludge, sand, leaves and mud. Most trash pumps are portable versions of … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Trash Pumps

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November 27, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos Vertical Multistage Pumps

We import a wide range of pumps into Australia from some of the best pump manufacturers in the world. One of those is Grundfos. We would like to tell you about Grundfos Vertical Multistage Pumps. Grundfos CRI, and CRN Vertical Multistage Pumps The CRI and CRN series of Grundfos pumps are vertical … [Read more...] about Grundfos Vertical Multistage Pumps

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September 23, 2017 By Adam Hurlbatt

Gorman Rupp Super T Series Self Priming Pumps

We are proud to have added Gorman Rupp Pumps to our lineup. Gorman Rupp have been manufacturing pumps since they were established in the USA in 1933. They are prolific manufacturers, offering more than 3,000 different pumps. They manufacture standard centrifugal pumps, self priming centrifugal … [Read more...] about Gorman Rupp Super T Series Self Priming Pumps

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August 28, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Lowara Smart Pumps Cut Water Supply and HVAC Costs for Commercial Buildings

Lowara pumps are viewed by many as the finest clean water supply pumps in the world. Their water pumps and centrifugal pumps are made of AISI 304 and AISI 316 stainless steel. This makes them appropriate for the level of sanitation required of clean water supply pumps and also makes them less prone … [Read more...] about Lowara Smart Pumps Cut Water Supply and HVAC Costs for Commercial Buildings

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June 28, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos Pumps

Grundfos Pumps is another of our most trusted pump manufacturers. They are currently the largest pump manufacturer in the world. Their headquarters are in Denmark and they employ more than 18,000 worldwide. Each year, the produce more than 12 million pumps. Their main focus is centrifugal pumps, … [Read more...] about Grundfos Pumps

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June 19, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pump Applications

The centrifugal pump is designed for high efficiency and doesn’t consume a lot of power. However, it can’t be used for everything. There are some applications in which it is the best choice, but many in which it isn’t appropriate. It is important to know the difference. Here are some facts about … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pump Applications

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March 9, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

A Quick Guide to Clean Water Pumps

Clean water pumps are somewhat unique in that they need to be made of the right materials and configured in a way that they keep clean water clean. Usually, they are centrifugal pumps that are made with stainless steel parts. Stainless steel is used in sanitary applications because it is a “clean” … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Clean Water Pumps

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March 7, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Speck Pumps: High Quality Vacuum Pumps and Centrifugal Pumps

When it comes to vacuum pumps and centrifugal water pumps, Speck Pumpen, or “Speck Pumps” as we call them in English, are making some of the finest in the world. Speck Pumps were established in 1909 in Roth Germany by Daniel Speck, with the help of his five sons. They have been among the world … [Read more...] about Speck Pumps: High Quality Vacuum Pumps and Centrifugal Pumps

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February 6, 2017 By Mike Hurlbatt

Applications for Lowara Centrifugal Pumps

Lowara has been in business since 1968. Their manufacturing facility in Italy is approximately 45,000 sqm and employs more than 800 people. They are generally accepted as one of the best manufacturers of centrifugal pumps in the world. Lowara is now under the aegis of global giant Xylem, but they … [Read more...] about Applications for Lowara Centrifugal Pumps

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November 14, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Applications and Advantages of Centrifugal Pumps

Centrifugal pumps are one of the most common pumps in the world. They are used over a wide variety of applications because they have a simple design that produces high efficiency. They can handle a diverse range of head and capacity while producing a high flow rate. They rank high for ease of … [Read more...] about Applications and Advantages of Centrifugal Pumps

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August 31, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

A Pump for Every Application in the Wastewater Industry

A centrifugal pump can be used to efficiently move 10% dry solid sludge. If you’re not in the wastewater treatment business, you probably don’t know that. But it’s just one of the facts we need to know every day here at Pump Solutions Australasia. When you need to select the right pump for the … [Read more...] about A Pump for Every Application in the Wastewater Industry

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August 24, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pump Operation: Part 2

In part two of Centrifugal Pump Operation, we are going to continue where Part 1 left off. We gave some general information and covered multiple centrifugal pump operation in series. We are going to cover parallel operation and beyond. Parallel Centrifugal Pump Operation When two centrifugal … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pump Operation: Part 2

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August 22, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pump Operation: Part 1

We are going to get technical in this two-piece series about centrifugal pump operation. This is condensed from the Pump Industry of Australia’s (PIA) Australian Pump Technical Handbook. We intend to make it a bit easier for people who aren’t engineers to understand. If you need more information, … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pump Operation: Part 1

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July 13, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Factors in Choosing the Right Centrifugal Pump

When you are choosing a centrifugal pump, it is important to match it to the application and pumping system both mechanically and hydraulically. If you install a pump that doesn’t match, it can result in ongoing performance issues until the imbalance is corrected. Hydraulic Factors Matching a … [Read more...] about Factors in Choosing the Right Centrifugal Pump

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April 20, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pump Pros and Cons

We would like to provide a quick, handy guide to when a centrifugal pump is appropriate and when it isn’t. A centrifugal pump turns rotational energy into fluid energy with the help of an impeller, which rotates in a chamber. Fluids are pushed out of the chamber by the impeller, creating a void … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pump Pros and Cons

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos Pumps: Superior Wastewater Handling

Grundfos pumps are used a lot for wastewater treatment in Australia, especially by the mining industry. This consists of processing the water used in mining operations by removing the contaminants. These contaminants can come from surface runoff, mineral processing or mining operations. Chemical, … [Read more...] about Grundfos Pumps: Superior Wastewater Handling

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Best Uses for Centrifugal Pumps

Centrifugal pumps are used in many different industries for many different purposes. Centrifugal pumps are like water turbines in reverse. They use a motor to move an impeller, converting rotational energy into kinetic energy, pushing water through the chamber or casing. When the water enters the … [Read more...] about Best Uses for Centrifugal Pumps

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

How to Extend the Life of Your Centrifugal Pump Bearings

A centrifugal pump is only as good as its bearings. Luckily, though, bearings can be maintained to provide many hours of service, simply by knowing what causes them to fail and taking steps to neutralise the cause. Maintaining the bearings is part of an overall maintenance program that includes … [Read more...] about How to Extend the Life of Your Centrifugal Pump Bearings

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

How are You Sealing Your Slurry Pump?

The kind of seal you use for your slurry pump will depend upon whether the pump is a centrifugal pump or a peristaltic pump. It will also depend upon the fluid to solid ratio and the regulations that govern your treatment and transport of slurry. Eliminate the Negatives When choosing a sealing … [Read more...] about How are You Sealing Your Slurry Pump?

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Understanding Centrifugal Pump Curves in Parallel

Many engineers have one centrifugal pump and decide to run another with it in parallel to provide pump redundancy, enhance system flexibility or obtain higher system flows. If a project so large that available pumps aren’t large enough, more than one pump is mathematically indicated. However, … [Read more...] about Understanding Centrifugal Pump Curves in Parallel

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April 15, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Solve Your Industrial Problems with Peristaltic Pumps

In summary, peristaltic pumps work by having a motor move the tube containing the liquid in such a way that the liquid is pumped. Unlike centrifugal pumps only the tube comes into contact with the materials inside, and without the motor to move it along, it would just be a regular tube. These types … [Read more...] about Solve Your Industrial Problems with Peristaltic Pumps

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April 13, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos Leads the Way with Energy Saving Pumps

Sometimes, what happens thousands of miles away in Vancouver, British Columbia, can have an impact on water pumps in Perth, Australia. British Columbia is as cold as Australia is hot. They are mountainous while Australia is mostly shoreline, coastal cities and towns, and bushland, with the … [Read more...] about Grundfos Leads the Way with Energy Saving Pumps

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April 13, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

What Kind of Pump Do You Need for Your Irrigation System

For most irrigation systems, the best water pump will either be a submersible pump or a centrifugal pump. Often, you will find pumps on the market that are called “irrigation pumps.” Sometimes, they will be sufficient, but they will often be cheap pumps that barely get the job done under the best of … [Read more...] about What Kind of Pump Do You Need for Your Irrigation System

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April 13, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

A Simple Guide to Pumps: Part 1

We get a lot of questions about pumps. What kind of pump is right for the job? What is the difference between kinds of pumps? How do water pumps work? We’re going to give you a simple guide to some of the pumps we offer throughout Australia, and hope we can make your choices easier. If it doesn’t … [Read more...] about A Simple Guide to Pumps: Part 1

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April 13, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

How Centrifugal Pumps Work: Advantages and Disadvantages of Centrifugal Pumps

Centrifugal pumps are fairly simple in nature. They use the kinetic energy of a motor to move liquids.  An engine is attached to the axis, which then rotates the pump impeller, which is reminiscent of an old ship’s “water wheel”. The rotation moves the water from its entry point through the casing, … [Read more...] about How Centrifugal Pumps Work: Advantages and Disadvantages of Centrifugal Pumps

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February 2, 2016 By Mike Hurlbatt

How a Centrifugal Pump Works

On this blog, we like to provide consumer information to give you a better idea of what we offer, why we offer it and the companies we choose to work with. Sometimes, we also like to explain how things work. We know this isn’t always for everyone, but we do get questions about how various pumps work … [Read more...] about How a Centrifugal Pump Works

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December 8, 2015 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pump Applications

If you are looking for a centrifugal pump, Speck Pumps or “Speck Pumpen” are one of the leading worldwide manufacturers of centrifugal pumps. On our sidebar, you will notice a list of the companies we have decided meet the high quality standards that we have set for any pumps we import into … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pump Applications

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November 16, 2015 By Mike Hurlbatt

Grundfos Pumps Win Major Industry Award

In the centrifugal pump industry, Grundfos is one of the most trusted of all international names. Located in Denmark, Grundfos was founded in 1944. Grundfos is now a major player globally and is highly respected for their centrifugal pumps. But it wasn’t the pump itself that just won one of the … [Read more...] about Grundfos Pumps Win Major Industry Award

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October 1, 2015 By Mike Hurlbatt

What Industrial and Commercial Applications Require a Centrifugal Pump?

How do you know when a centrifugal pump is the right pump? Centrifugal pumps are designed for certain industries and have specific uses. We will explain how a centrifugal pump works and then describe some of its uses in specific industries. What is a Centrifugal Pump and How Does it Work? A … [Read more...] about What Industrial and Commercial Applications Require a Centrifugal Pump?

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January 21, 2015 By Mike Hurlbatt

Centrifugal Pumps and the Changing Construction Industry

While machines are an integral part of the world in which we live today, some industries rely more on machines than others to do what they need to. One of these is the construction industry, which uses heavy machinery and tools of all kinds to build incredible structures. Of these plentiful tools, … [Read more...] about Centrifugal Pumps and the Changing Construction Industry

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January 14, 2015 By Mike Hurlbatt

A Basic Guide to Centrifugal Pumps

Pumps as a type of machine come in many different shapes and sizes and are used for a variety of reasons in a plethora of different industries in Perth. Within the group of pumps, there too are various kinds that operate in certain ways to best serve the function they were intended for. One of these … [Read more...] about A Basic Guide to Centrifugal Pumps

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March 4, 2014 By Mike Hurlbatt

Crucial Factors to Consider When Choosing Centrifugal Pumps

Whether for home, business or industrial use, pumps of all kinds are used throughout Australia and the world to transport fluids or run systems that involve this process. Different types of pumps, such as vacuum and gear water pumps, are useful in different ways for different projects. The most … [Read more...] about Crucial Factors to Consider When Choosing Centrifugal Pumps

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