You are looking for a pump for dewatering feed applications and moving higher percent solid sludge through a wastewater plant. You are presented with three different types of pumps, including a rotary lobe, a progressive cavity and a double disc pump. Each can handle the task at hand. Each operates relatively smoothly and quietly. So, […]
Choosing a Pump for Dewatering Feed Applications +
Moving towards becoming more homeland dependent, the United States government has set up the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA) that requires that all federal agencies, including FEMA, ensure that no federal financial assistance for ‘infrastructure’ projects is provided unless all the iron, steel and manufactured products and construction materials used in the projects are
Penn Valley Pump’s Commitment Towards Build America, Buy America Act +
Before making a big purchase, no matter what it is, doing due diligence and really looking at and understanding what something will cost may save you quite a bit of money in the long run. For things like large pieces of equipment, including pumps, knowing the total lifecycle cost prior to purchase is extremely important
Simplicity Saves Money – The True Saver is the Double Disc Pump +
Did you know that depending on your application, you may want to add a special lining to the inside of your pump? Most municipal applications that pump wastewater do not need a special lining. However, lining your pump can play an important role in wear resistance and the reduction of pump downtime if you’re pumping:
There’s No Hidden Agenda. ‘Swap Your Pump’ Trial Program Allows You to Try Our Pump for Free In a world where you feel like someone is always trying to sell you something, it’s hard to believe that a company would offer to send you its product on a trial basis free of charge. At PVP
Meeting all the health and safety requirements for drinking water is crucial. Inspectors and regulators look for the mark of Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global safety science leader that provides testing, inspection and certification services, on drinking water products to give them confidence that the products meet all health and safety standards. That is why obtaining NSF 61 and NSF
PVP’s Double Disc Pumps Receive NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 and NSF/ANSI 372 Certification +
Running a pump while it is dry is usually one of the worst things you can do to it. Dry running occurs when a pump runs without sufficient liquid flowing through it. When this happens, a surge in pressure, flow or overheating occurs. Elements within the pump casing seize together. This triggers shock waves inside
Can Positive Displacement Pumps Run Dry? +
When you want to eliminate stink and extra steps in an already lengthy process in wastewater treatment, using a double disc pump is the best option to remove the wet well. This efficient pump design reduces initial capital costs, eliminates routine maintenance, stops odors and saves money in the long run.
How to Avoid Stink and Disaster during Scum Handling +
Generally speaking, when people think of food waste, they think of what is left over after consumption or the scraps that are thrown away after preparation. When we talk about food waste in the pumping industry, we are referring to what is wasted during food production and food processing. This type of waste includes fats,
Important Factors for Choosing FOG, Food and High Strength Waste Processing Pumps +
There are various different types of sludge, but let’s focus on how digested sludge and waste activated sludge are handled in a variety of different applications. Let’s Define ‘Sludge’ Sludge is mostly water with lesser amounts of solid material removed from liquid sewage. There are different types of sludge, including primary, secondary, digested and thickened,
Handling Waste Activated and Digested Sludge: Tips for choosing an appropriate pump technology +
