Pump Fundamentals Blog

Every pump operator — from engineers with years of experience to those just starting their careers — understands the importance of continued learning....

A gasket is just a gasket, right? It’s just a ring that sits next to the impeller. So why do KSB GIW, Inc. gaskets have notchesin them?

After a recent training course, one of our participants sent us a compelling question. He noted that the training had emphasized the importance of the...

Every pumping operation comes with a unique set of challenges. Some of these challenges emerge as a result of the techniques or tools used to extract ...

KSB GIW, Inc. would not be the company it is today, consistently meeting the needs of our customers without the dedication of our talented employees. ...

In general, the practice of “pumping through” an idle pump should be avoided. Energy is wasted and the wetted parts of the pump will still wear out, i...

At KSB GIW, Inc., we are committed to going the extra mile when it comes to sharing our pumping expertise with customers and industry professionals. T...

This question is surprisingly common. Most people think of pipelines as running horizontally, but many KSB GIW, Inc. customers who pump ore need to mo...

Every good pump operator understands the importance of a functional and regularly maintained stuffing box. When working properly, the stuffing box sep...

Q: We're seeing the appearance of small cracks in our suction liner and impeller. The wear is unusual and seems premature. What's going on?