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Maintaining ISO Class 0 Oil Free Air

Maintaining ISO Class 0 Oil Free Air

When working in sanitary or hygienic applications like Food & Beverage or Semiconductor manufacturing, it is vital to maintain strict air purity standards, especially having oil free air. Oil vapor in compressed air can be tied to diminished product quality as...
Grundfos Water Pumps for Industrial Applications

Grundfos Water Pumps for Industrial Applications

Water usage and water conservation are becoming increasingly important topics for manufacturers. Reducing water waste can mean thousands of dollars in both water and energy expenses. One of our flagship vendors, Grundfos, specializes in water pumps that allow for...
Preventing Wine Oxidation

Preventing Wine Oxidation

One of the critical problems wineries face is preventing their wines from coming into contact with oxygen. Wine oxidation means contamination and running the risk of throwing out tens of thousands of dollars worth of product. While there are ways to save the wine...
Common Issues with Air Piping Equipment

Common Issues with Air Piping Equipment

The simplest way to waste your compressed air is by ignoring compressed air piping. The wrong air piping equipment connecting your compressor to the rest of your facility can mean thousands of dollars in lost utilities, and even safety hazards- depending on the type...
PSG West Coast Master Distributor

PSG West Coast Master Distributor

For many years, Northwest Pump has partnered with PSG, a Dover Company, to provide our customers with the industrial and petroleum pumping equipment they need. PSG, A Dover Company, has many internationally acclaimed pump brands including Wilden, Blackmer, &...
Why Use Vacuum Pumps for Meat & Poultry Processing?

Why Use Vacuum Pumps for Meat & Poultry Processing?

In applications such as poultry or meat processing, where fresh meat is abundant, maintaining a sterile environment is critical. One of the solutions for preventing contamination is utilizing a vacuum pump to seal the meat before it loses its freshness. Here is...