Reciprocating Pumps

Reciprocating pumps give you efficiency for very high heads at low flows
By Nikki Davis Reciprocating pumps are types of pumps that use pistons and cylinder arrangements integrated into the pump. There are two types of reciprocating pumps - a piston pump and a diaphragm pump. They also have suction and discharge valves. A reciprocating pump is generally used for industrial type uses, including concrete and oil.

The best way to find a reciprocating pump is to view vertical industrial directories. Here's what to look for when searching for a reciprocating piston pump:

1. Do you need an industrial piston pump or a diaphragm pump?

2. What type of fluid will you being using for the industrial reciprocating pump?

3. What other types of supplies will you need for your reciprocating pump?

Use a reciprocating pumps specific directory

Forget sites like Google or Yahoo, instead use an industry specific search engine or directory for locating reciprocating pumps.
Try:  ThomasNet has an extensive reciprocating pump manufacturer list.  The Hydraulic Institute has white papers and assembly information for reciprocating pumps and other types of pumps as well.

Look for key names in the business of reciprocating pumps

Find industrial reciprocating pump manufacturers from all parts of the U.S.
Try:  CAT PUMPS offers you Triplex Reciprocating Pumps and Industrial Triplex Plunger Pumps with output in direct proportion to their RPM. They contain three synchronized plungers that operate to discharge liquids with minimal pulsation. Their pumps are great for industries such as misting, cleaning, injecting, blasting and metering. They can operate in harsh seawater desalination systems, car washing systems, or multi-station central cleaning systems. You can request an online quote for reciprocating pumps from Cryostar. Myers-Aplex offers you a complete reciprocating line of pumps. James Walker Group offers almost 20 compression packing grades for reciprocating pumps and rams that can handle a variety of applications.

Keep up your maintenance with reciprocating pumps parts and service

Keeping your reciprocating pumps running in tip-top shape requires regular maintenance and knowledge of where to obtain spare reciprocating pump parts. The good news is that you don't have to solely rely on your manufacturer. You can often go with a less expensive outside company to update or maintain your piece of equipment.
Try:  IEQ Industries is a reseller of new, used and remanufactured parts and pumps from the following brands: Wheatley, GASO and Wheatley/GASO. Industrial Pump and Motor Repair, Ltd. is a parts and reciprocating pump supplier. They can also offer you service after the sale. They can help you with removal from jobsite, on-site troubleshooting, cleaning, disassembly and inspection, testing, repairs and replacement and fabrication of parts.

• Make sure you have the correct assembly information for your reciprocating pumps.
• Ask the reciprocating pump supplier about training via videos or software if you plan on operating the pump yourself.
• Consider hiring an industrial pump expert to install and maintain the reciprocating pump.