50 States / 50 Pumping Applications: Iowa, Rhode Island, California, West Virginia, Colorado

Viking Pump’s original applications started at home, right here in Iowa. This original list included asphalt, fuel oil, turpentine, linseed oil, and water but did not include one of Viking Pump’s most common applications in the state today: corn syrup. Corn syrup is a sweetener made from, you guessed it…corn, and used in a variety of foods, candies, beverages, and pet foods. Next, is Rhode Island. Bunker C has many names: Heavy Fuel Oil, Bunker Oil, #6 Fuel Oil.

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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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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.

50 States / 50 Pumping Applications: Utah, New Hampshire, Maryland, Alabama, Oklahoma

Let's start in Utah. Soaps and detergents are viscous and corrosive - making them perfect applications for Viking pumps. These include dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, and hand soaps just to name a few. Many are liquids, but some are powder slurries which are then dried into powder or compressed into tablets for easier handling.

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Viking Pump Industrial Tests New Modular Design at Stepan Company’s UK Facility

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A loyal customer of Viking Pump® for 15 years, Stepan agreed to beta-test one of the latest pumps from our new Universal Product Line (4227C Series™) at their UK chemical manufacturing plant. Michael Smith Engineers is the local Viking Pump distributor, who initially approached Stepan as a likely pilot candidate due to a longstanding supplier-buyer relationship. Together, they set up the trial to demonstrate how...

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Expanded Seal Flexibility with U-Plus™ Brackets

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Viking Pump’s new generation of pumps (sizes H-QS in steel and stainless steel) offer a wide array of benefits that the previous alloy pumps could not, particularly in the area of sealing flexibility. These new pumps increase the number of sealing options possible in one pump, while at the same time reducing cost and lead times.  

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Pump Choices in Chocolate and Confectionery Processing: Lobe/CP Pumps vs. Internal Gear Pumps 

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Compare Lobe/CP and Internal Gear Pumps for chocolate and confectionery processing. Learn which pump suits different applications based on hygiene, viscosity, and wear resistance.

High Fructose Corn Syrup Pumping Solutions

High fructose corn syrup is a product of hydrolyzed corn starch and is made up of varying ratios of glucose and fructose. High fructose corn syrup has many desirable traits - including serving as a sweetener and humectant in baking applications. When baking breads, buns, rolls, and yeast raised donuts, it ferments directly without the need for sugar inversion - the chemical conversion of saccharose into glucose and fructose. The cast iron 1224A Series™ features Viking Pump's O-Pro® Barrier seal - which prevents leakage.