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  • Mergers and Acquisitions Review 2008
    Despite the tight credit markets and challenging global economy, 2008 saw further consolidation within the pump sector. Listed below are the transactions that took place during the first and second quarters of 2008. Third and fourth quarter deals were published in the February 2009 issue of Pump Industry Analyst. Subscribers to Pump Industry Analyst have access to a 4-year archive on the website as part of their annual subscription.
  • Peristaltic answer to caustic problems Peristaltic answer to caustic problems
    Positive displacement pumps are still the preferred choice for metering highly corrosive and caustic chemicals. However, when it comes to reducing life-cycle costs, Chuck Treutel, P. E, of the Watson-Marlow Pumps Group, argues that peristaltic pump technology has the advantage over diaphragm and progressive cavity types.
  • Pumping tips for colder climates Pumping tips for colder climates
    In the pumping industry, contractors often meet with difficult operating conditions, such as tunnelling deep underground or particularly abrasive pumping media. However, pumping in extremely cold conditions, such as near-zero temperatures, comes with its own particular risks. Stefan Hörnschemeyer of Tsurumi Pumps offers practical advice on what to do when the temperature drops.
  • Dewatering a construction site using submersible pumps Dewatering a construction site using submersible pumps
    One of the things that often are crucial at a construction work site is the dewatering issue. Groundwater from surroundings as well as rain can flood the whole site if not dealt with properly. When digging below the water table, the amount of water entering the site from the surrounding can be quite large, but this depends on the environment. Ola Hällgren presents an introduction of the role of submersible pumps in controlling the water level.
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