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The mission of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) is to serve member companies and pump users by providing product standards and a forum for the exchange of industry information.

Take the Pressure Off Loading
Readers suggest how to avoid risks during upsets.

Particles From Piping Pose Pump Problems
Magnetic separators remove black powder to improve performance.

Avoid a Bad Turn
Centrifugal pump selection demands attention to details.

Assess the Gravity of the Situation
Flow systems without pumps demand particular attention.

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White Papers: In Depth Research

Peristaltic Pumps: A Simple Solution for Abrasive and Corrosive Chemicals
Author: Watson-Marlow Pumps Group
Posted: 05/07/2009
Finding the right pump for metering abrasive and aggressive chemicals can be challenging. The pump of choice needs to withstand harsh chemicals, accurately meter, and be simple to maintain and operate. More and more process engineers are turning to peristaltic pumps to solve their pumping problems, reducing life cycle costs and driving gains in process efficiency.

Pitfalls of pump piping
Author: Ross Mackay Associates Ltd.
Posted: 06/14/2007
This white paper goes over the three major problems associated with poor pump piping and provides five rules to follow in order to avoid future pitfalls.

Understand Pump Lifecycle Costs
Posted: 11/08/2004
This 22-page paper from the Dept. of Energy, Hydraulic Institute and Europump explains the importance of understanding the total costs of ownership to achieve savings in energy, and operational and maintenance costs. It discusses what lifecycle cost is, what should be considered in a lifecycle cost analysis, and the role of proper pump system design.

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