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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…
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Exploring Viking Pump's Foundry: A Leader in Manufacturing Gear Pumps

04-14-2025

Welcome to the Viking Pump foundry in Cedar Falls, Iowa, where we’ve been at the forefront of manufacturing gear pumps for decades. Our foundry is a cornerstone of our vertical integration capabilities, allowing us to produce castings and parts at speed.
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Universal Mag Drive, The Sealless Upgrade That Prevents Leakage and Fugitive Emissions

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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…
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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.
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NPSH Visualized

02-11-2025

If you’ve ever fallen asleep reading pump texts about NPSH, you’re not alone. But here’s an easy-to-understand, graphical approach to ensuring your calculations.
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Distributor Spotlight | Michael Smith Engineers Ltd.

01-14-2025

Viking Pump is proud to have Michael Smith Engineers (MSE) as a distributor in Great Britain. The company has a solid reputation as one of the GB's leading pump specialists, providing solutions for difficult liquid handling since 1971. With a broad range of experience and ISO 9001 accreditation by NQA Ltd since 1994...
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Revolutionary to Evolutionary: A brief history of the Viking Pump® internal gear pump

12-23-2024

In the early 20th century industrial innovation was accelerating. And as Henry Ford developed his Model T and the Wright Brothers were unlocking the secrets to manned flight, a Danish immigrant named Jens Nielsen was working on an invention of his own. Nielsen’s internal gear pump was intended to be used to lift water from his quarry but soon others found uses for his pump…
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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…
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Understanding Internal Gear Pumps: How They Work and Their Benefits

11-19-2024

Discover how internal gear pumps work, their key features, and their advantages across various industries. Learn why they're the preferred choice for fluid handling.
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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…

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