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Butterfly Valve Maintenance: Prioritizing Longevity and Reliability
Maintain butterfly valves with our guide! Learn essential maintenance tips, repair vs. replace decisions, and extend valve lifespan.
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Why DCI is Critical in Pump Repairs
Discover why DCI (Disassemble, Clean, Inspect) is essential for pump repairs, providing your pump with precision, longevity, and peak performance....
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Valves for Chemical and Petrochemical Industries
Discover the essential types of valves used in chemical and petrochemical industries. Learn how to begin selecting the right valve...
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From Overlooked to Essential: The Impact of Pre-RO Filtration
Discover the essential role of pre-RO filtration. Learn how it protects the RO membrane, enhances your fluid's quality, and reduces...
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Navigating Pump Challenges in the Steel and Metal Industry
Learn how to overcome pump selection, reliability, and maintenance challenges in the steel and metal industry. Find solutions to handle...
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Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: The Role of Temperature Sensors in Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Assembly
Learn how temperature sensors play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and safety in lithium-ion battery pack assembly.
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L-TORQ XOMOX Sleeved Plug Valve by Crane
Discover the innovative L-TORQ XOMOX Sleeved Plug Valve by Crane, offering compact design, torque reduction, easy repair, and fugitive emission...
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Grundfos Energy Optimization Services
With the Grundfos Optimization Services offered at select FCX Performance locations you can reduce your operating costs and environmental impact...
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Centuries of Experience that Deliver Solutions for Your Challenges Today
When two companies with long heritages come together to serve their customers, it can be truly remarkable – like Flowserve...
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Product Spotlight: Alfa Laval DuraCirc®
In the Hygienic Process, ease of maintenance, pump performance, and hygienic design are crucial. With Alfa Laval’s DuraCirc Circumferential Piston...
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How to Prevent Steam Leaks
Steam leaks can cause great safety concerns as well as immense financial losses. Implement these measures to reduce the amount...
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Guide to the FCX Alfa Laval Pump Supercenter
What We Can Tell You About Your Hygienic Pumps
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The Pump Toolbox Conversions
Check out the conversion toolbox that our experts use to help find solutions to multiple conversion factors for centrifugal pumps.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Pipe Fabrication
Teflon lined steel pipe helps to ensure chemical resistance during fluid transfers.
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Upscaling Our New England Inventory and Repair Capabilities!
Our Agawam center is ready to serve all your flow control product and service needs
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Two Types of Viscometers and Tips to Calibrate Them
How do rotational and falling-piston viscometers work? When should I calibrate my viscometers? Get these questions answered and more as...
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Product Spotlight: Flowserve RedRaven
Predict equipment failures before they happen and take preventive measures to avoid business disruptions with Flowserve's new wireless remote control...
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How to Prepare Your Steam System for Winter
Winter weather brings on unique challenges for steam systems. But, there are a few things to do before the cold...
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Why You Should Be Using a Power Monitor with a Mag Drive Pump
Discover how pump accessories enhance mag drive pumps. Explore power monitors for added operator and environmental protection in your pumping...
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How to Balance Centrifuge Samples
Imbalanced equipment can decrease your centrifuges' life expectancy. Be certain you know how to load your centrifuge when working with...
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High Quality Steam for High Quality Products
High quality steam is the key to high quality processes in your steam system.
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Six Things To Look for When Choosing Off-site Metrology Services
What’s important when calibrating your instruments? Learn what aspects you should be considering when investigating a new calibration service provider:
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How Viscosity Can Impact Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pumps
Think about how it would feel to stir a pot of honey versus stirring a pot of water. Now, imagine...
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3 Common Methods for Conductivity Calibration in Purified Water Applications
Knowing which conductivity calibration method to use and when to use it can be crucial. Learn more about the most...
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Product Spotlight: Viking Pump’s Universal Product Line
Explore Viking Pump’s Universal Product Line and get to know one of FCX Performance's newest partners out of Corrosion Fluid...
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Teflon™ T-62: Not All Hose Resins Are Created Equal
Not all manufacturers utilize the same compound when it comes to Teflon™ hose. Teflon™ T-62 resin possesses superior mechanical properties...
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3 Benefits of Reducing Energy Usage in Your Steam System
Making small changes to your steam system to reduce energy can result in big benefits for your business. Save on...
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3 Ways to Reduce Contamination Risk in Your Steam System
Contamination in your steam system can cost you an immense amount of money and product. Find out how to reduce...
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4 Benefits of a Full Calibration Asset Management Program
Take the stress out of managing your calibration activities
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What You Need To Know About Gear Pumps
Exploring the versatility of internal and external gear pumps.
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3 Benefits of a Clean-In-Place System
Looking for a way to better optimize your hygienic process? Start with a clean-in-place system! At FCX, we understand the...
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Open Area Ratios and How They Affect Strainer Performance
Open area ratios (OARs) are critical to consider when working with industrial strainers because of their direct relationship to the...
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Clues from Your System it’s Time to Get a Trap Survey
Your steam system is trying to tell you something. Don’t miss the signs!
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Troubleshooting Common Pump Issues
What you can do when your pump is not running right.
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Why You Should Be Tagging or Marking Your Hoses
It is imperative that hoses are suitable for the application in terms of temperature, chemical compatibility and pressure. Tagging or...
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Pros and Cons of Self-Cleaning Filtration Technology
Self-cleaning filters can make your process more effective, but it’s not a perfect solution for everyone. Find out if self-cleaning...
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How to Get Your Pump Running at its Best Efficiency Point
Assessing your pump's performance after years of system changes.
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Why You Need a Thermal Assessment
Your steam system needs a thermal assessment to operate at its best. A thermal assessment can reveal where your system...
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Flared-Through vs PFA-Encapsulated Ends
How to find the right Teflon™ coverage for your chemical process
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3 Things You Can Do to Ensure Your Pump’s Reliability
Take the steps to maximize your pump’s service life.
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The Basics- What you need to know about AOD Pumps
If you’re looking for a multifunctional and easily maneuverable positive displacement pump, then you may be in the market for...
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Disposable vs Permanent Filter Medias
Disposable and permanent filter medias have their pros and cons, but how do you know which option is best for...
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Why It’s Important to Keep Your Industrial Pump Records Current
Your pump surveys can come in handy beyond record keeping, especially when you keep them current. Realize faster turnaround times,...
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Debunking 3 Filtration Myths and Misconceptions
You may come across many “myths” about your filtration system and how to make it more efficient, but are these...
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Conductive vs. Standard PTFE Hose
Ensure plant and worker safety when selecting a hose for flammable liquids
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3 Reasons Why You Should be Using 3-A Certified Hose Assemblies
Hose cleanliness and compliance are imperative for any hygienic process. Reduce the chance of product contamination, maintain cleanliness and meet...
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The Basics- What You Need to Know About ANSI Pumps
ANSI horizontal end-suction pumps are popular due to their easy maintenance, system efficiency, and interchangeability. Backed by the American National...
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5 Signs You Need to Replace Your Filter Media
Don’t wait until it’s too late! Find out how to determine the optimal replacement time for your filter media
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The Importance of Micron and Efficiency Ratings for Filter Media Selection
Choosing the correct filter media is a crucial step in getting the most out of your filtration system. When it...
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Do’s and Don’ts of Hose Installation
Extend the life of your hose and avoid premature failure with proper installation! One small mistake in installation can decrease...
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5 Things You Need to Know About Differential Pressure
Proper utilization of differential pressure can help ensure filter efficiency
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Product Spotlight: Ace Sanitary RWS-L Hose
In the food and beverage industry, hoses need to be easy to move and effortlessly flexible to allow for simple...
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How Contaminant Characteristics and Filter Media Affect Filter Performance
Learn how contaminant characteristics and filter media impact filter performance to reduce product waste and ensure efficient filtration. Trust our...
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Product Spotlight: Resistoflex CRC Twister Hose
In the food and beverage industry, hoses need to be easy to move and effortlessly flexible to allow for simple...
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How Viscosity and Temperature Affect Filter Performance
Appropriate optimization of viscosity and fluid temperature can ensure product quality and the safety of your filtration system
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3 Tips to Reduce Calibration Turnaround Times
How clients can help create a more efficient turnaround process from PCI
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What To Look For in a Calibration Company
Important factors to consider when choosing a calibration company for your instruments.
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7 Things to Provide When Ordering Your Next Hose
Use the S.T.A.M.P.E.D. method to help determine the best solution for your application and extend the life cycle of your...
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3 Reasons to Consider a Product Recovery Solution
Considering a Product Recovery Solution - FCX Performance
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How Does Flow Rate and Flux Rate Impact Filter Performance?
Prevent your filter from plugging prematurely through monitoring your filter’s flow rate and flux rate
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