May 3, 2021 | Industrial, Services
This new acquisition of Air Compressor Service (ACS) expands our Industrial portfolio and assists in our growth in the Seattle area.
Northwest Pump has purchased the Assets of D.R. Smith Co., Inc. dba Air Compressor Service of Everett, WA, right outside of Seattle, effective May 1st, 2021. Founded in 1990 by Dave and Rick Smith, Air Compressor Service (ACS) is a sales and service company of Air Compressors and related equipment.
When looking at an acquisition in addition to being profitable we try to find companies that have a similar commitment to customer service and a culture that will fit into our employee-owned company. ACS fits on all three levels. After going through the process and interviewing all the employees we have decided to add on their whole team, giving us 3 new Service Technicians, 1 Service Coordinator and 3 Sales members to add to our Industrial Division and continue our goal of expanding to new markets and locations.
We will be adding the current ACS location as our 18th location. The new branch is located at 1420 80th St SW STE E, Everett, WA 98203. Phone number is 425-290-1888. Unlike most equipment distributors, ASC’s objective is not to sell as much equipment as they can. Their philosophy is to partner with our customers to help salvage net profit. In the long run, helping you to succeed in your business will help us succeed also.
ACS looks for long-term relationships with customers built on a foundation of earned trust, respect for our expertise, quality service and exceptionally well-designed and manufactured Gardner Denver products. ACS insures your compressed air system operates at its optimum efficiency and provides you favorable life cycle cost.
For more information on Air Compressor Service, and what we offer in and around the Seattle area, please reach out to sales@nwpump.com and we can assist in all your air compressor needs.
Apr 20, 2021 | Industrial
As of April 16 2021, Northwest Pump became an official distributor for A.W. Chesterton Company. Northwest Pump will now supply Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Montana and Idaho* with Chesterton’s sealing solutions, ARC Industrial Coatings, Industrial lubricants/MRO products, and IIoT products. A.W. Chesterton is a world leader in helping industrial companies and manufactures improve the reliability and efficiency of their rotating, stationary, and fluid power equipment platforms.
Chesterton’s portfolio includes:
- Mechanical Seals for pumps, agitators, mixers and other rotating equipment.
- Packing and Gaskets for pumps, valves and flanges
- ARC Industrial Coatings for erosion, corrosion and chemical attack of metal and concrete surfaces.
- Industrial Lubricants/MRO lubricants, cleaners and degreasers, and maintenance specialty products.
- Polymer Seals for hydraulic and pneumatic actuated cylinders and presses.
- IIoT Products – Smart Sensor solutions for remote equipment and process monitoring/data collection (pressure, temperature and vibration) to improve operations for equipment such as pumps, agitators, mixers gear boxes and fans.
*Covered counties include Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Benewah, Shoshone, Latah, Clearwater, Nez Pierce, Lewis & Idaho
Worldwide Service to All Major Industries:
- Chemical Processing
- Commercial Water
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Marine
- Mineral/Ore Processing
- Mining
- Oil & Gas
- OEM, Engineers, and Contractors
- Pharmaceutical
- Power – Fossil
- Power – Hydroelectric
- Power – Nuclear
- Pulp & Paper
- Steel
- Wastewater Treatment
- Wood-Based Panel Industry
Contact our sales staff at sales@nwpump.com or call 1-800-452-PUMP to learn more about A.W. Chesterton and their sealing solutions and lubricants for your industries applications!
Apr 1, 2021 | Industrial, Services
Like any chain, the beer supply chain relies on each link. Given the world’s current predicament with COVID-19, CO2 is suddenly an issue. Supplies are lower than normal, prices are creeping up, and quality is a concern. According to the Brewers Association, the trade organization representing America’s small and independent brewers, CO2 suppliers have increased prices by about 25% due to reduced supply. Because of the shortage of CO2, more breweries are turning to Nitrogen for many of their processes.
From purging tanks between uses to keeping wort, beer and residual mash from oxidizing and contaminating the next batch of beer, nitrogen is the ideal gas for breweries. Nitrogen can also be used to push beer from one tank to the other, and in the final stages of the brewing process, it’s used to pressurize kegs prior to shipment and final use. If the quality of the product is to be ensured, then it needs to be constantly protected.
N2 for Brew – On-Site Nitrogen Gas Generation for the Brewing Industry
On-site nitrogen gas generation produces a continuous supply of ultrapure, food grade nitrogen from readily available compressed air. When the true costs are accounted for, on-site gas generation is the most economical source of nitrogen. Subsequently, nitrogen gas generators give brewers control over their gas pressure, purity and flowrate and minimize production downtime due to the permanent availability of an on-demand nitrogen supply. So what type of nitrogen generator should you select?
The nitrogen gas generator technology of choice for breweries use a method called pressure swing adsorption (PSA). This technology uses 2 vessels (or 2 sets of vessels) filled with carbon molecular sieve (CMS) to separate compressed air. Oxygen and other waste gases are selectively adsorbed under pressure by the CMS, allowing nitrogen to pass through to the application.
Parker domnick hunter offers different types of Nitrosource generators, but for brewery applications it is usually their standard Nitrosource Nitrogen Generator. The larger models of those generators, like the N2-65 to N2-80 range, are the best switch from CO2. With a complete N2 system using Sullair compressors and Parker Nitrogen generation system reduces particulates (atmospheric dust, rust and pipe scale), microorganisms, oil and water aerosols and water vapor. These particular generators are modular so customers can size for current use but that it is easy to expand as they grow, so there is no need to oversize upfront. Together with substantially lower servicing costs, reduced downtime and a longer working life, it adds up to the most cost-efficient nitrogen supply available.
With over 30 years of experience in the market, and over 50,000 gas generators installed globally, Parker domnick hunter is the first choice for innovative and reliable gas generation technology.
Contact our sales staff at sales@nwpump.com or call 1-800-452-PUMP to learn how we can lower your costs with Parker domnick hunter’s on-site nitrogen gas systems today!
Mar 31, 2021 | Petroleum
Something that Northwest Pump prides ourselves on is having top-notch vendors that ensure our customers longevity with their products and the best customer service for installation and questions. With the EMV compliant 700s Gilbarco dispensers, that mentality is the same. And that same mentality was instilled when approaching the Pacific Ave 76 gas station that needed our help on their ground up job site in Lakewood, WA.
The Seattle sales rep assigned to the project had just the products in mind when starting this job back in April of 2019. Gilbarco dispensers and passports, Xerxes tanks, LSI lighting, Veeder Root TLS-450, Franklin Fueling turbines and Flexpipe and OPW manholes were all installed at this site.
Xerxes 20,000 galloon fuel tank
Xerxes by Shawcor fiberglass double-wall tanks are an excellent solution because they are corrosion-resistant, both inside and out. These tanks have a proven record of compatibility with traditional petroleum fuel as well as with new biofuels, which are increasing in use. Fiberglass tanks are not vulnerable to problems inherent in storing highly corrosive ethanol-blended fuels (E10, E15, E85), biodiesel fuels and ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD). Nor are fiberglass tanks vulnerable to rust caused by corrosive soil environments.
Franklin Fueling Flex Pipe
XP pipe has a multi-layer construction with primary and secondary layers fitting tightly against each other to ensure additional environmental security. XP pipe rigid entry boots ensure a 90-degree, watertight entry into both round or flat fiberglass and polyethylene containment sumps. The XP pipework system features controlled flexibility, even in low temperatures, permitting fast, easy installation.
OPW Manholes
OPW Manholes have been designed for use in a wide variety of commercial, service station and industrial driveway applications. They provide access from grade level to underground equipment, including tank sumps, tank riser pipes, monitoring equipment, submersible pumps, valves and piping connections. Find the right manhole cover by browsing our Composite and Steel options below.
Veeder Root TLS-450PLUS
With an easy to understand navigation, streamlined inventory and compliance reporting, and powerful business analytics, the TLS-450PLUS Automatic Tank Gauge (ATG) is a powerful tool that allows you to run fueling operations at peak efficiency. And, with frequent releases of operating software for the TLS-450PLUS tank gauge you can be assured that data is secure and software features are routinely updated and enhanced.
LSI Lighting
LSI is a leading producer of lighting, graphics and technology solutions. The indoor and outdoor products and services are valued by architects, engineers, distributors and contractors for their quality, reliability and innovation. The company’s products are used extensively in automotive dealerships, petroleum stations, quick service restaurants, grocery stores and pharmacies, retail establishments, sports complexes, parking lots and garages, and commercial and industrial buildings.
Gilbarco Dispensers & Passport POS
Gilbarco’s Passport Point of Sale System is the fuel and c-store industry’s fastest growing POS solution. Passport is designed to future-proof your business while giving you the lowest total cost of ownership. With industry-leading security and functionality, no POS system offers more runway to keep your business up and running longer.
The E700S is designed to have the ultimate flexibility and reliability to ensure your fuel dispensers fit your business for decades to come. The highly secure CRIND® provides enhanced, upgradeable security that supports emerging technologies and minimizes the need for future investments.
Need Help With Your Own Site?
Let us get you all the equipment you need for your own gas station. We supply not only ground ups but small orders as well. Please reach out to sales@nwpump.com for all questions and inquiries or call 1-800-452-PUMP.
Mar 4, 2021 | Petroleum
Article Written By: Jim Moran, NWP Product Sales Manager
Navigating the exciting future market of EV charging solutions comes with the opportunity to blend current customer’s needs to better serve the market. The future needs of commercial and retail customers require a commitment from their equipment distributors to recognize the “mixed fuels” future when providing solutions for station remodels and tank systems installations, along with the time-consuming EMV upgrades that are taking place today. A transition from liquid fuels to electrons will require a new approach to this new market augmenting a traditional fueling solution.
Electric vehicle sales of 2% today are set to significantly expand in a few years, and commercial fleets and large trucks and buses are expected to transition at an even faster clip as leases mature and fleets turn over. Current Fleet manufacturers offering an EV solution include Arriva, Chanje, Daimler, Gillig, Kenworth, New Flyer, Nissan, Paccar Proterra, Rivian, Tesla, Volvo and Workhorse. This list is sure to grow.
ChargePoint
EV charging solutions is also evolving as battery technology improves to accept faster charging capabilities. This will help make DC Fast Chargers a more attractive option for the EV customer. Home chargers only serve a portion of the fueling needs, even though these needs are being met the majority of the time for current EV owners in the U.S. Some 88% of EV owners “often or always” charge their vehicles at home, according to a J.D. Power study. Owners with permanently mounted Level 2 home-charging stations were most satisfied with their home-charging experience. Parts and labor to install a Level 2 charger typically cost $1,200 to $2,000 (even more if major electrical upgrades are required).*
Most multi-family complexes don’t offer an EV charging station, which opens a big opportunity for convenience store operators to offer this service and create new sales opportunities inside their stores while the charging takes place.
This demand will be brought on by the influx of car manufacturers making EV a bigger part of their current offering. Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Honda Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Landover, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Rivian, Stellantis, Subaru, Smart, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo have incorporated EV into their lineups.
Headlines from inside and outside our industry every week tell us the story of the future today.
Jaguar Land Rover’s Jaguar brand will be 100% electric by 2025, as the company works to become a net-zero carbon business by 2039.*
Ford Motor Co. will invest $22 billion on new electric vehicle models through 2025 and another $7 billion on autonomous vehicle technology.*
EV DEVELOPMENTS
- 2020 EV battery-pack prices fell 13%, from $156 to $137 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance. Ten years ago, the average was $1,100 per kWh. Analysts have long predicted that EVs will achieve purchase price parity with liquid fuel vehicles when battery prices reach $100 per kWh.**
- The Biden Administration plans 500,000 new public EV charging stations by 2030 and immediate restoration of the full income tax credit for EV purchases, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Nominee Pete Buttigieg confirmed.**
- Tesla hit its 2020 target of 500,000 vehicle deliveries, despite a government-mandated two-month shutdown of its Fremont, California factory.**
- Massachusetts plans to end gasoline-powered new vehicle sales by 2035 and eliminate all passenger-vehicle greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) by 2050, the state announced.**
As we monitor the progress with subsidies, grant money and tax credits that are required to make most of the EV equipment purchases happen, we are reminded that the plans will have to make sense and the demand will drive the market.
The day is coming when it will cost the same or less to manufacture an EV versus a traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle. The only question is when, and again, demand will dictate the outcome.
As the Greek Philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only thing that is constant is change.”
Jim Moran is the products sales manager for Portland, Oregon-based Northwest Pump, a 62-year-old petroleum and industrial equipment distributor. Its operations span Oregon, Washington, California, Alaska, Hawaii, Arizona, Idaho and Montana. Their partnerships with state of the art, top of the line manufacturers allow NWP to provide customers quality and top notch customer service. NWP provides solutions ranging from an existing plant requiring an industrial solution to designing and building retail fueling stations. NWP has also recently launched their online sales platform that highlights petroleum products that you can now buy online and get shipped to your door. For more information on petroleum equipment or EV charging solutions, visit www.nwpump.com or call 1-800-452-PUMP.
*EV Updates from Tulsa letter PEI, 2.18.21
*EV Developments from Tulsa letter, PEI, 1.7.21
