In 2016, the Department of Energy changed its standards guidelines of pumping equipment. Later, in January 2020, the Department of Energy finalized and published these standards and began requiring compliance. These measures are helpful for business owners and facility managers. They maximize the effectiveness of a pump and reduce needless energy waste, which helps save […]
Avoiding faults and errors should always be top of mind when running large facilities. These mishaps lead to loss of production, unnecessary costs for repairs or replacement parts, and potential safety hazards for workers. While routine maintenance can lessen some of the likelihood of these errors from happening, the Chesterton Connect™ Intrinsically Safe Certified Sensor […]
When you are in the market for ISO 8573-1 Class Zero air quality it is important to understand the difference between an “oil-free” air compressor and an “oil-less” air compressor. This is especially critical in the 30HP and under compressor market. “Oil-less” and “oil-free” are not interchangeable terms. The primary differentiator is the presence of […]
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, […]
Read About: Air Compressor Service (ACS) is acquired by Northwest Pump
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 […]
It is with great honor that Northwest Pump accepted one of the 2019 Industrial Water & Wastes Digest Top Project Awards on September 23rd at the WEFTEC Conference in Chicago, IL. It was a labor of love and a whole team effort that got this project up and running this past summer in such a […]
