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Pump Action Issue 87 (12/11)
In this issue: we have product news on API spedification pumps, and a case study on a difficult application in a nickel process plant.
Back Issues
Pump Action Issue 86 (11/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on anhydrous ammonia transfer, and the design of hydraulic services on a major inner Sydney building site.
Pump Action Issue 85 (10/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on a hazardous problem in a bottle-filling application, and a requirement for a solution to pump lime slurry..
Pump Action Issue 84 (07/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on the replacement of an old pump used to transfer Milk of Lime, and we revisit a story on light weight pumps with high flow rates, low air consumption and large solids capability, used in mining.
Pump Action Issue 83 (06/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on the replacement of an obsolete centrifugal pump that was well beyond its working life, and the selection of pumps for a pilot plant for nickel production.
We also have information on a seminar being conducted by Pump Industry Australia that examines the potential impact of MEPS regulations currently being developed for pumps and fans.
Pump Action Issue 82 (05/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on a pump being used to supply water from a treatment plant to a reservoir for gravity reticulation to the surrounding area, and a case study and technical article on replacement of an old centrifugal pump which was being used in a suction lift application for water.
Pump Action Issue 81 (04/11)
In this issue: we have news on Kelair's Mackay branch now offering pump service and maintenance, and product news on Pumper Parts. Kelair has now made a commitment to stocking significant quantities of Pumper parts.
Pump Action Issue 80 (03/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on the leather-making process in a plant in Western Australia, and a case study on upsizing of a Kelair-Blivet sewage treatment plant on a mining site in Tasmania.
Pump Action Issue 79 (02/11)
In this issue: we have a case study on dosing a fixed amount of acetic acid, based on pulsed voltage output from the processors' control system. Also a story on the nutrient removal option that is now available for the Kelair-Blivet sewage treatment plant, and a further case study on the solution to problems an underground coal mine was experiencing.
Pump Action Issue 78 (11/10)
In this issue: we have a case study on a Corken Vane pump used in a batching system for solvents.
Pump Action Issue 77 (11/10)
In this issue: we have a case study on small Sandpiper pumps used in a tough industrial atmosphere and a Viking pump in a challenging application of a very hot product.
Pump Action Issue 76 (10/10)
In this issue: we have case study on Lowara Hydrovars for a hydronic heating system in Tasmania, and packaged pumpsets to service heating systems at a major Sydney hospital.
Pump Action Issue 75 (9/10)
In this issue: we have a case study on Viking pumps in a tallow process, and waste water treatment at a mine site in north-western WA.
Pump Action Issue 74 (8/10)
In this issue: we have case studies on a Sandpiper pump used in applications by a food manufacturer, and a Goulds pump used for a cooling tower by a dairy plant.
Pump Action Issue 73 (7/10)
In this issue: we have case studies on LaBour pumps in difficult applications, one sulphuric acid, the other molten sulphur.
Pump Action Issue 72 (6/10)
In this issue: we have a case study on Viking cost-effective pumps to supply glycerine through a spray bar and Viking pumps to incorporate two portable oil filter carts to be used in a mobile application.
Pump Action Issue 71 (5/10)
In this issue: we have a case study on Layne Bowler pumps used in an irrigation project, and a Sandpiper pump used to solve a leakage problem.
Pump Action Issue 70 (4/10)
In this issue: we have case studies we have a case study on Sandpiper pumps in fumed silica transfer and some product news on the evolution of Sandpiper 50mm heavy duty flap valve pumps.
Pump Action Issue 69 (3/10)
In this issue: we have case studies on a filter press application and a spray booth application.
Pump Action Issue 68 (2/10)
In this issue: introduce a new product, Albin Peristaltic / Hose pumps. We also discuss Viking pumps on over-pressure duties.
Pump Action Issue 67 (12/09)
In this issue: we have case studies on butumen transfer pumps and also a story about a variable pressure cooling and lubricating system for a glass cutting busines.
Pump Action Issue 66 (11/09)
In this issue: we have case studies on Sandpiper pumps in an oil processing facility and a hydrocarbon processing company and also a story on trolley-mounted pumps.
Pump Action Issue 65 (10/09)
In this issue: case study on Viking spur gear pumps used in the manufacturing of cardboard packaging, and product news on Sandpiper’s portapump.
Pump Action Issue 64 (9/09)
In this issue: case studies on Sandpiper pumps used in a chroming process, and Kelair’s Rainsaver system used at a military dog training base.
Pump Action Issue 63 (8/09)
In this issue: case studies on a Sandpiper pump used in a paper mill, Pulsafeeder pumps used to treat boiler water and containerised pump stations servicing a remote mine site.
Pump Action Issue 62 (7/09)
In this issue: case studies on a Pioneer Pump used in a power station, and Sandpiper pumps used in manufacturing.
Pump Action Issue 61 (6/09)
In this issue: case studies on Viking pumps, one used in a difficult abrasive application, and another on diesel transfer.
Pump Action Issue 60 (5/09)
In this issue: case studies on a Wright Flow pump in a spray bar application for a baking operation, and a Kelair-Blivet sewage treatment plant to service a small administration building.
Pump Action Issue 59 (4/09)
In this issue: we have case studies on a Viking pump on a light oil duty, and a Pioneer pump in a wastewater pit.
Pump Action Issue 58 (3/09)
In this issue: In this issue we have case studies on Pulsafeeder Pulsa series metering pumps in a pyrethrum plant, a Sandpiper Metallic pump in an ice slurry application and a story on leak detection in Air-Operated Diaphragm pumps.
Pump Action Issue 57 (2/09)
In this issue: In this issue we look at Resin and Fuel transfer and introduce our new Queensland service division
Pump Action Issue 56 (1/09)
In this issue: In this issue we look at flap valve pumps used for a sump and waste holding tank, and metering pumps used in a chemical process.
Pump Action Issue 55 (11/08)
In this issue: we have case studies on single stage steam turbines; Installation guidelines for air-operated double diaphragm pumps; and case study on light crude pumping
Pump Action Issue 54 (10/08)
In this issue: we have case studies on wastewater treatment at sensitive sites; a unique and economical vehicle wash treatment system; and news from our building and fire division..
Pump Action Issue 53 (09/08)
In this issue: we have case studies on solvents and chemicals, road tankers, and chemical dosing stations.
Pump Action Issue 52 (07/08)
Case Study: Sandpiper blends well in dry powder application - Sandpiper s spill-containment successful with lime slurry -
Technical Article: Water Consumption Patterns
Pump Action Issue 51 (06/08)
Case Study: Viking liquid abrasive pump a success in diatomaceous earth pumping -
Technical Article: Selection parameters for Air-Operated Diaphragm Pumps
Pump Action Issue 50 (05/08)
Case Studies: Kelair-Blivet effectively treats wastewater in remote areas - Sandpiper Special Duty Food-Grade Pumps Meet High Standards
Technical Articles: Instructions for the Safe Starting and Operation of Air Powered Diaphragm Pumps for Mining
Pump Action Issue 49 (04/08)
Case Studies: Sandpiper pumps so easy to use - Safety for Pumps On Class 1 - Zone 1 Sites - Pulsafeeder’s Omni’s are A1 at Cleantec
Pump Action Issue 48 (03/08)
Case Studies: Sandpiper pumps immune to stalling - Sandpipers smooth the way for abrasive transfer
News: Ravensthorpe Nickel Project
Pump Action Issue 47 (02/08)
Case Studies: Sandpipers very cool in central Queensland mine - Viking pumps steam ahead in asphalt and bitumen
Article: Selecting the best elastomer material for sandpiper AODDP's
Pump Action Issue 46 (12/07)
Case Study - Sandpiper pumps for filter presses News - Sandpiper flap valve pumps keep food lines flowing Pump selection - ‘How to pick the correct size and type of pump for your application’
Pump Action Issue 45 (10/07)
Blivet versus biological rotating contactors / About net positive suction head (NPSH)
Pump Action Issue 44 (09/07)
Pump affinity laws
Pump Action Issue 43 (08/07)
Understanding the pump system curve
Pump Action Issue 42 (06/07)
Seal troubleshooting
Pump Action Issue 41 (06/07)
Mechanical seal design, operation and maintenance
Pump Action Issue 40 (05/07)
Pump and driver alignment
Pump Action Issue 39 (04/07)
Radial & Axial thrust in centrifugal pumps
Pump Action Issue 38 (03/07)
Principles of operation for Sandpiper air-operated diaphragm pumps
Pump Action Issue 37 (02/07)
Quit stalling
Pump Action Issue 36 (01/07)
Kelair opens new branch office in Mackay
Pump Action Issue 35 (12/06)
Kelair-Blivet treats environment friendly at Barnbougle Dunes
Pump Action Issue 34 (10/06)
Blood Collection and pumping at Abattoirs
Pump Action Issue 33 (09/06)
Kelair’s Viking pumps speed up road tanker transfer
Pump Action Issue 32 (08/06)
Viking’s high-speed pumps, fast and reliable under pressure
Pump Action Issue 31 (07/06)
Kelair aboard Collins Subs
Pump Action Issue 30 (06/06)
Kelair becomes the sole Australian distributor for Viking Pumps and Parts
Pump Action Issue 29 (05/06)
Recirculation and Separation Pump Clinic
Pump Action Issue 28 (04/06)
Cavitation and NPSH Pump Clinic
Pump Action Issue 27 (03/06)
Kelair aquires Rob Laine Pumping Solutions
Pump Action Issue 26 (02/06)
Got difficult liquids?
Pump Action Issue 25 (01/06)
Kelair's Sterilobe pumps are flush with the benefit of no contamination
Pump Action Issue 24 (11/05)
Kelair Pumps and the Idex Corporation enjoy six-year partnership
Pump Action Issue 23 (10/05)
Kelair Pumps appointed sole Australian agent for Dresser-Rand Turbines
Pump Action Issue 22 (08/05)
Kelair's Viking pumps and Pall pair up to produce positive impact
Pump Action Issue 21 (08/05)
Kelair turns 30
Pump Action Issue 20 (06/05)
Plumbing Contractors Take Note
Pump Action Issue 19 (05/05)
Biggest-ever Blivet
Pump Action Issue 18 (03/05)
HMD's API's ensure safe, leak-free operation
Pump Action Issue 17 (01/05)
World-first safe gas pumps
Pump Action Issue 16 (06/04)
Brown Brothers acquires Kelair Pumps
Wastewater Issue 01 (05/04)
Why waste it?
Pump Action Issue 15 (01/04)
New Internet site and CD Product Catalogue
Pump Action Issue 14 (05/01)
Kelair wins Silver
Pump Action Issue 13 (05/99)
Kelair on the move
Pump Action Issue 12 (05/98)
Bornemann Multiphase pump launch
Pump Action Issue 11 (12/97)
Blivet meets environmental requirements
Pump Action Issue 10 (09/97)
BHP's remote Griffin Venture
Pump Action Issue 9 (04/97)
Kelair keeps the rides running at Wonderland
Pump Action Issue 8 (12/96)
The Kelair NSW Service Team
Pump Action Issue 7 (08/96)
The Kelair NSW Service Team
Pump Action Issue 6 (03/96)
Kelair aboard Collins Subs
Pump Action Issue 5 (12/95)
Kelair goes to the Zoo
Pump Action Issue 4 (09/95)
Don't forget your HMD's
Pump Action Issue 3 (06/95)
Pump Survival Skills
Pump Action Issue 2 (03/95)
Service the conventional way
Pump Action Issue 1 (12/94)
Kelair's Good Prospects
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