
Grease Transfer Pumps: Solutions for Efficient Grease Handling
05-13-2025
Grease is an essential component in various industries, ensuring that machinery and equipment operate smoothly. A grease transfer pump plays a crucial role in the efficient handling of grease, whether for automotive, industrial, or other applications. Here we will explore the characteristics of grease, the challenges associated with pumping it, and the grease transfer…

Universal Mag Drive, The Sealless Upgrade That Prevents Leakage and Fugitive Emissions
5 minutes
03-25-2025
Viking Pump invented, patented and manufactured the very first sealless mag drive rotary positive displacement (PD) pumps in the world, and developed several series over time for different applications, including the first generation 825, 895 and 855 ™ internal gear pumps.
Of these first generation mag drive pumps, all had different footprints from their…
John Hall
Pump Consultant

Bitumen vs Asphalt: Key Differences and Gear Pump Selection
02-25-2025
The terms bitumen and asphalt are often used interchangeably, but they are two completely different materials, causing confusion inside and outside the industry. Throw in regional differences in meaning and language, and it’s time to set the record straight, along with tips on bitumen pump selection.
John Hall
Pump Consultant

Four Ways to Source Hygienic Pumps
01-07-2025
There are really four main types of suppliers of hygienic, or sanitary pumps for food and pharmaceutical applications. There is no…

Exploring the Versatility of the U-Plus™ Bracket and ProPort™ Casing in Gear Pumps
01-21-2025
At Viking Pump, innovation is at the forefront of what we do. With the introduction of the U-Plus™ Bracket and ProPort™ Casing, we are redefining the capabilities of our internal gear pumps. These advancements are not just about new technology; they are about providing flexibility…

Viking Pump Industrial Tests New Modular Design at Stepan Company’s UK Facility
11-14-2024
A loyal customer of Viking Pump® for 15 years, Stepan agreed to beta-test one of the latest pumps from our new Universal Product Line (4227C Series™) at their UK chemical manufacturing plant. Michael Smith Engineers is the local Viking Pump distributor, who initially approached Stepan as a likely pilot candidate due to a longstanding supplier-buyer relationship. Together, they set up the trial…

Expanded Seal Flexibility with U-Plus™ Brackets
02-19-2025
Viking Pump’s new generation of pumps (sizes H-QS in steel and stainless steel) offer a wide array of benefits that the previous alloy pumps could not, particularly in the area of sealing flexibility. These new pumps increase the number of sealing options possible in one pump, while at the same time reducing cost and lead times.
John Hall
Pump Consultant

All You Need to Know About ProPort™ Casings
11-14-2024
Viking Pump’s new generation of internal gear pumps offer a wide array of benefits that the previous alloy pumps could not, particularly in the area of porting flexibility. These new pumps reduced the number of casing configurations, which helps reduce manufacturing complexity, cost and lead times, while at…
John Hall
Pump Consultant

Introducing Viking Pump’s NEW Generation of Pumps
11-14-2024
As a masterclass in engineering design and manufacturing flexibility, Viking Pump has re-designed its heavy-duty alloy pumps, both steel and stainless steel, in the most ingenious ways. These new models reduce price and lead time by significantly reducing the number of casings and brackets for manufacturing simplification, while simultaneously providing more options for porting and shaft…
John Hall
Pump Consultant

Pump Choices in Chocolate and Confectionery Processing: Lobe/CP Pumps vs. Internal Gear Pumps
09-02-2024
Unlike food processors who primarily use centrifugal pumps, chocolate and confectionery processors have two main preferences for handling viscous liquors, chocolates, sugars and other confectionery liquids: Rotary Lobe / Circumferential Piston (CP) pumps and Internal Gear Pumps. These Positive Displacement-type pumps are chosen due to various reasons. But which is…
John Hall
Pump Consultant