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Exploring Viking Pump's Foundry: A Leader in Manufacturing Gear Pumps

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Welcome to the Viking Pump foundry in Cedar Falls, Iowa, where we’ve been at the forefront of manufacturing gear pumps for decades. Our foundry is a cornerstone of our vertical integration capabilities, allowing us to produce castings and parts at speed.

 

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Universal Mag Drive, The Sealless Upgrade That Prevents Leakage and Fugitive Emissions

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Viking Pump invented, patented and manufactured the very first sealless mag drive rotary positive displacement (PD) pumps in the world, and developed several series over time for different applications, including the first generation 825, 895 and 855 ™ internal gear pumps.

Of these first generation mag drive pumps, all had different footprints from their dynamically-sealed cousins with...

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Four Ways to Source Hygienic Pumps

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There are really four main types of suppliers of hygienic, or sanitary pumps for food and pharmaceutical applications. There is no best source for everyone – each has advantages and disadvantages depending on your situation and budget. Here are some points to consider when choosing where to source your pumps.

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Revolutionary to Evolutionary: A brief history of the Viking Pump® internal gear pump

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In the early 20th century industrial innovation was accelerating. And as Henry Ford developed his Model T and the Wright Brothers were unlocking the secrets to manned flight, a Danish immigrant named Jens Nielsen was working on an invention of his own. Nielsen’s internal gear pump was intended to be used to lift water from his quarry but soon others found uses for his pump and the Viking Pump® company was formed.

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Exploring the Versatility of the U-Plus™ Bracket and ProPort™ Casing in Gear Pumps

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At Viking Pump, innovation is at the forefront of what we do. With the introduction of the U-Plus™ Bracket and ProPort™ Casing, we are redefining the capabilities of our internal gear pumps. These advancements are not just about new technology; they are about providing flexibility and efficiency in your pumping process. Let’s dive into what makes these innovations stand out.

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Understanding Internal Gear Pumps: How They Work and Their Benefits

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Discover how internal gear pumps work, their key features, and their advantages across various industries. Learn why they're the preferred choice for fluid handling.

Introduction to Internal Gear Pumps

Internal gear pumps are a fascinating invention that has stood the test of time. Created by Viking Pump over a century ago, they remain one of the company's most recognized products. These pumps are a type of rotary positive displacement pump, which means they move fluid by utilizing the rotary motion of their components.

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All You Need to Know About ProPort™ Casings

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Viking Pump’s new generation of internal gear pumps offer a wide array of benefits that the previous alloy pumps could not, particularly in the area of porting flexibility. These new pumps reduced the number of casing configurations, which helps reduce manufacturing complexity, cost and lead times, while at the same time increasing the number of porting options and providing greater porting flexibility.

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Introducing Viking Pump’s NEW Generation of Pumps

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As a masterclass in engineering design and manufacturing flexibility, Viking Pump has re-designed its heavy-duty alloy pumps, both steel and stainless steel, in the most ingenious ways. These new models reduce price and lead time by significantly reducing the number of casings and brackets for manufacturing simplification, while simultaneously providing more options for porting and shaft sealing, all while adding many great new standard features.

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Pressure Relief Valves: Critical to Pump and System Safety and Reliability

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A key advantage of rotary positive displacement pumps is providing consistent flow regardless of changes in liquid viscosity or differential pressure. But should a downstream blockage occur, pressure will rapidly build and may exceed the rating of the pump, drive equipment, system, or any combination thereof, with the potential for damage and unplanned downtime. For this reason, overpressure protection must be used, and pressure relief valves are the most commonly used form of overpressure protection for rotary positive displacement pumps.