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Pumping power behind Yarra Valley’s ice pigging Image: Yarra Valley Water, SUEZ Yarra Valley Water is using pumping innovation to keep its networks clear, with ice pigging now central to its mains-cleaning program. The method relies on pumping a slurry of ice, […] The post Pumping power behind Yarra Valley’s ice pigging appeared first on […]

Hydraulic hose resonance: why length matters Image: Grispb/stock.adobe.com Hydraulic drives remain essential across construction, mining, agriculture, marine, and aviation. Their widespread adoption comes from a high power-to-weight ratio, efficient energy transmission, and ease of automation. Yet one factor […] The post Hydraulic hose resonance: why length matters appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine. Read rest

Tailored power, maximum efficiency with industrial drive systems Image: SEW-EURODRIVE When it comes to industrial drive systems, efficiency doesn’t come from a one-size-fits-all solution. Generic, non-optimised gear motors are often the hidden culprits behind rising energy costs and underperforming equipment. […] The post Tailored power, maximum efficiency with industrial drive systems appeared first on Pump

Heat pump testing standard open for comment Image: Grispb/stock.adobe.com Standards Australia is inviting public comment on proposed updates to AS/NZS 5125.1, the performance assessment standard for air source heat pump water heaters. The revision comes as Australia accelerates its […] The post Heat pump testing standard open for comment appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

Latrobe Valley pilot expands heat pump adoption Image: JinOdin/stock.adobe.com Households across the Latrobe Valley are set to adopt more efficient hot water technology, with the Victorian Government extending its State Electricity Commission (SEC) one stop shop pilot to the […] The post Latrobe Valley pilot expands heat pump adoption appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

New tech in fluid power Image: Motion Innovation in fluid power takes centre stage with Motion’s latest offerings, designed to enhance efficiency and precision in hose assembly and crimping. Krimpmatic The Krimpmatic™ P32CS redefines hose crimping with […] The post New tech in fluid power appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine. Read rest of article

Reliable dry run protection for progressive cavity pumps Image: Valmet Progressive Cavity (PC) pumps are widely used in demanding applications, including pulp, paper, and chemical industries, as well as mining and minerals processing, where they handle thick pastes, shear-sensitive fluids, […] The post Reliable dry run protection for progressive cavity pumps appeared first on Pump

ARC strengthens national workforce dialogue with Minister Image: auremar/stock.adobe.com The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) proudly joined the launch of the Powering Skills Organisation (PSO) Workforce Plan 2025, a landmark initiative aimed at addressing Australia’s critical energy sector skills shortage. […] The post ARC strengthens national workforce dialogue with Minister appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.

Giving rotating equipment a second life with new coating solution Image: Chesterton Replacing a part is not always the best solution. One company is providing a unique coating solution that can extend the life of pumps. When a pump fails in a […] The post Giving rotating equipment a second life with new coating solution

Pump impeller coating performance improved with TWAS Image: Surasak/stock.adobe.com Pump operators know that impellers face relentless stress. Cavitation, abrasive sediment, and corrosive fluids steadily erode surfaces, raising energy use and driving up maintenance costs. Surface coatings are one way […] The post Pump impeller coating performance improved with TWAS appeared first on Pump Industry Magazine.