Slowing Down Your Pump's Motor with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

In a positive displacement pump, each rotation of the shaft and gears carries a fixed volume of liquid from the supply tank to the downstream piping. When paired with an AC induction motor, speed and flow are very consistent. But what if you want to CHANGE the flow? In this episode of the Pump Report, Chad discusses controlling your positive displacement pump's motor with a variable frequency drive - or VFD.

Converting a Pump from Packing to O-Pro® Guard Seal in Pumps with a U-Plus™ Bracket

Welcome, in this video we will guide you through the conversion from packing to Viking Pump’s O-Pro® Guard seal in pumps with the U-Plus™ bracket. This video applies to these pump models… 
Before you begin, please consult the appropriate technical service manual for safety information. A copy of the latest revision can be found on our website at vikingpump.com. 
To begin, remove the stainless-steel window guards from the bracket. 
Next, bend up the tang of the lock washer. 
Place a brass or hardwood bar into the port opening to keep the pump from turning. 

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.

724 Series™

724

The 724 Series™ internal gear pump is the ideal solution for chemical applications due to its stainless steel construction. This pump is jacketed for steam, hot oil, or hot water circulation to maintain a uniform temperature around the sealing area. It can handle capacities up to 5  GPM (1 m³/h).

4724 Series™

4724

The 4724 Series™ internal gear pump is the ideal solution for chemical applications due to its stainless steel construction. This pump is jacketed for steam, hot oil, or hot water circulation to maintain a uniform temperature around the sealing area. It can handle capacities up to 5 GPM (1 m³/h).

4223C Series™

4223C

The 4223C Series™ internal gear steel pump is the flexible, simple, and adaptable solution for extremely high temperature applications. This new generation of universal pumps comes standard with the U-Plus™ bracket which accepts various sealing options, as well as the ProPort™ casing which accommodates a variety of port sizes and types depending on your needs. It can handle flow rates up to 500 GPM (114 m³/h).

223C Series™

223C

The 223C Series™ internal gear steel pump is the flexible, simple, and adaptable solution for extremely high temperature applications. This new generation of universal pumps comes standard with the U-Plus™ bracket which accepts various sealing options, as well as the ProPort™ casing which accommodates a variety of port sizes and types depending on your needs. It can handle flow rates up to 500 GPM (114 m³/h).

4123C Series™

4123C

The 4123C Series™ internal gear steel pump is the flexible, simple, and adaptable solution for a wide range of applications. This new generation of universal pumps comes standard with the U-Plus™ bracket which accepts various sealing options, as well as the ProPort™ casing that accommodates a variety of port sizes and types depending on your needs. It can handle flow rates up to 500 GPM (114 m³/h).

123C SERIES™

123C

The 123C Series™ internal gear steel pump is the flexible, simple, and adaptable solution for a wide range of applications. This new generation of universal pumps comes standard with the U-Plus™ bracket which accepts various sealing options, as well as the ProPort™ casing that accommodates a variety of port sizes and types depending on your needs. It can handle flow rates up to 500 GPM (114 m³/h).