THE PUMP EXPRESS “LESS IS MORE” PUMP PRIMER

With increasing numbers of property owners looking to minimize maintenance expenditures and maximize usable space, Pump Express — we are a New Jersey-based national pump distributor — has aligned with leading pump manufacturers including, Armstrong Pumps, Taco Pumps and Bell & Gossett Pumps, who are introducing smaller, more versatile and efficient pumps for commercial and industrial applications. Pump Express Sales Manager Fred Hettinger has identified several paradigms of compact efficiency and innovation to illustrate the growing less-is-more trend in the pump industry.
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Armstrong Pumps offers what amounts to a “two-fer” with their line of dualArm vertical in-line pumps. This innovative Armstrong commercial booster pump design incorporates two Series 4300 or 4380 pumps in a single casing. The Series 4302 dualArm is designed with split, spacer-type couplings so that the mechanical seals can be serviced without disturbing the pump or motor connections. The Series 4382 dualArm is the economical close-coupled version of this design. Both models feature swing discharge ports that hydraulically separate the casings to prevent recirculation when only one pump operates.

PUMP EXPRESS JOINS PENTAIR’S CLASS OF 2012

There were no caps and gowns but the Pump Express team did receive certification upon completing the two-and-a-half-day Pump School that Pentair Water conducted at ourBergenCountyheadquarters this week.

Training specialist Bill Corey led a two-day session that focused on the design, sizing, installation and maintenance of MeyersBerkeley and other quality Pentair pumps.

“We want our customers to understand how the pump works so that they can troubleshoot it themselves,” said Cory. “Sizing is one of the main things we teach so that way it’ll be easier to pick the right pump the first time. If you take the time to learn how to size a pump then you’ll know how to toubleshoot.” 

The training was a team effort on the part of Pentair staff, culminating in a briefing on key features and new products led by Senior Sales Rep Bill Beyer.

PUMP EXPRESS REVVING UP FOR 2012

We had a good year in 2011, bucking industry trends that showed disappointing results for many retailers. Pump sales were strong and our service and repair divisions outperformed expectations. On the basis of progress in these areas, Pump Express will invest in greater efficiency and diversification in 2012.

Increasingly recognized as the go-to supplier for pumps and replacement parts in the Northeast, all Pump Express stock, order fulfillment, pricing and warehouse management activities will be streamlined by a new high-performance inventory and data management system. Our customers will benefit from the resulting gains in efficiency through reduced costs and even better service. Read More …

GETTING STOKED FOR WINTER

Falling leaves and temperatures mark the start of heating season along the East Coast. Boilers and heating systems that lay dormant all summer get fired up and only the most conscientious and lucky facility engineers and property managers meet with blazing success. Often the initial jolt to the system results in seal leaks, failures, or total equipment breakdown.

“Just remember: no pump, no heat,” says Pump Express General Manager, Ed Drejman. “All hydronic heating systems need circulation to keep the heat on and the hot water moving. If your pump is not maintained and checked before each heating season, your chances of having a failure are greatest.” Read More …

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