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Cutting Water Use by 90%

Cutting Water Use by 90% In a recent case study, we walk through the process of helping a customer slash water usage by 90% in a critical application. How? By thinking beyond the obvious and engineering a solution that’s as efficient as it is effective. Tap into the full story and see how innovation flows […]

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Understanding Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps and Their Uses

Liquid ring vacuum pumps are a staple in many industrial environments, valued for their ability to handle wet gas streams and create consistent vacuum conditions. These robust machines operate efficiently in demanding settings where other types of pumps might struggle. From chemical processing to food manufacturing, liquid ring vacuum pumps offer a reliable and low-maintenance […]

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5 Hose Safety Tips for Every Facility

In industrial environments, hose failures can lead to serious safety risks, unexpected downtime, and costly repairs. To help your team stay ahead of potential issues, we’ve compiled five essential hose safety tips that every engineer and maintenance manager should know. These insights are designed to support safer, more efficient operations across your facility. If you’re […]

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How Lightnin Gearbox Exchange Services Simplify Mixer Maintenance

If you’re responsible for mixer maintenance, operation, or reliability, you know how critical it is to keep systems running smoothly. We’re here to help you reduce stress and improve operational reliability through Lightnin Gearbox Exchange Services. What Is a Gearbox Exchange? A gearbox exchange allows you to replace a failed or aging gearbox with a […]

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Observation Deck Fabrication

Fabrication Excellence from Our Plymouth Branch Over the past month, our Plymouth team successfully completed a custom observation deck fabrication project, with multiple deliveries coordinated to meet the customer’s timeline. The first set has been delivered and installed, and we’re pleased to share a few photos provided by the customer showcasing the final result. Their […]

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Wilden HS Series Pump Cart

We recently built and shipped this custom Wilden pump cart, designed for flexibility and durability in demanding environments. The cart features a 3” Wilden HS Series pump mounted on a stainless steel cart for mobility and a swivel stand for easy positioning. The cart was fabricated in-house by the AP team. Ready for your next […]

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Blackmer LDLD4B Vane Pump Assembly

We recently built and shipped a duplicate Blackmer LDLD4B vane pump assembly for a satisfied customer who knows quality when they see it. The system features a Blackmer LDLD4B vane pump coupled to a Nord inline gear reducer, driven by a WEG explosion-proof motor. The equipment was mounted on a powder-coated steel base plate. Reliable, […]

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Custom Flange Spacers

Smart Solutions, Fast Turnaround When a customer needed replacement expansion joints, we aimed to reduce lead time by using standard-length joints from Proco. The challenge? The standard lengths didn’t match the originals. Our solution: we quickly fabricated custom 150# flange spacers in-house to bridge the gap, allowing us to use the standard joints without compromising […]

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Custom Sanitary Dip Tubes

When a Food & Beverage company needed a sanitary dip tube that could safely extract product from drums lined with bags without puncturing them, they turned to us. We designed and built two custom sanitary dip tubes tailored for this exact challenge, featuring sanitary-grade construction and bag-safe design.

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Custom Tank Fabrication

When a customer needed a cone bottom tank with a stainless-steel stand, the manufacturer only offered a carbon steel option. That wasn’t going to cut it. We stepped in and fabricated a custom stand from 304 stainless steel right here in-house. The corrosion-resistant tank was built to spec with a powder-coated finish for durability and […]

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Annual Training with PSG

Full house at last month’s annual training with PSG! We welcomed our Wilden and Griswold reps to the Brookfield location for a jam-packed day of hands-on learning. This in-depth training covered everything from product updates to hands-on pump assembly – all to better serve our customers. Big thanks to everyone who joined us, and of […]

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Blackmer + Nordbloc Pump Skid

Double the Power. Double the Precision. We recently completed and shipped two identical Blackmer gear pump assemblies, engineered for performance and built to last. Each skid includes: 🔹 A Blackmer gear pump 🔹 Nordbloc gear reducer 🔹 WEG motor 🔹 All mounted on a powder-coated steel base plate Let’s talk about your next custom pump […]

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Proving Reliability – Lightnin Mixers

Sometimes, the true measure of a brand’s reliability is how far back you have to go to find product info. This Lightnin mixer? We traced it all the way back to the 1948 catalog, meaning it’s been running strong for nearly 80 years! Now that’s what we call staying power. 💪 Check out the (modern) […]

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Adhesive Supply Systems

Look familiar? This solution was so successful that the customer had us build a few more. We recently shipped three adhesive supply systems to a manufacturer of tissue converting equipment. Each one is designed to integrate seamlessly with a converting line. These systems have become a trusted part of their process, and we’re proud to […]

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Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) Lubrication Skid

Compact. Powerful. Purpose-Built. Take a look at this custom lubrication skid engineered by the Anderson Process team. The skid features: • Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) gear pump • Airex air-cooled heat exchanger • PowerGuard spin-on filter • Welded carbon steel SCH40 interconnection piping • Compact, painted carbon steel base Every component is selected and assembled to […]

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Built to Move More

Check out these Cornell solids handling pump assemblies engineered and assembled by the Anderson Process team. Each unit features a rugged Cornell pump coupled to a WEG motor, mounted on a powder-coated carbon steel base plate. Designed for durability and performance in demanding applications, these assemblies are ready to handle the toughest jobs in fluid […]

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Custom-Built Power for Aggregate Processing

Check out this beast of a build from the Anderson Process team! This custom skid features a Cornell solids-handling pump with: 🔹 12” suction 🔹 10” discharge 🔹 22” impeller The pump was mounted on a powder-coated C-channel base and is belt-driven by a 350 HP WEG motor with an in-house fabricated belt guard. Engineered […]

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Behind the Build: Custom Fluid Handling for the Chemical Industry

Join our Lead Engineer, Russell Carey, as he walks through the features and components of one of our latest custom-built fluid handling system, designed specifically for the rigorous demands of chemical manufacturing. From precision-engineered components to industry-specific performance, this solution is a testament to our commitment to innovation and reliability. Watch the full walkthrough and […]

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Chocolate Getting You Down?

So you want to pump chocolate, but it’s giving you headaches. Or perhaps you know someone who does, and you want to help them maximize their pumping equipment life-cycle costs. Or maybe, you simply have a burning curiosity that can only be sated with boring articles. Well, you’re in luck, because I’ve written a handy […]

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Custom Project Solutions

Engineering challenges often come in layers. Sometimes, even our solutions need their own solutions. At our Michigan branch, we design and build custom fluid fill systems that are anything but small. These systems involve massive equipment that must be fully assembled for testing, disassembled for transport, and then reassembled at the job site. So how […]

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Fluid Fill System Project

It’s all hands on deck as one of our fluid fill systems enters the testing phase at our Michigan facility. Designed to move along with vehicles on the manufacturing line, this system uses custom adapters to dispense multiple fluids with precision. This semi-automated setup helps ensure consistent filling, boosts production efficiency, and enhances safety when […]

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Control Panel Manufacturing

We know control panels inside and out. As a 508A-Certified Industrial Control Panel Fabricator, we specialize in building custom panels for nearly any fluid handling application. Our panels are designed and built to meet UL508, UL698A, and CSA standards, with full software and HMI development capabilities. We work with all major PLC and automation platforms, […]

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Component Manufacturing

Every custom-built system has to start somewhere. A walk through our Michigan facility gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the fabrication, sub-components, and assemblies that go into creating fully functional, automated systems capable of handling multiple tasks and mediums. With our in-house fabrication shop, deep inventory, and engineering know-how, we’re equipped to take on just […]

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Line of Sight Indicators for Hose

Is your company taking steps to segregate hoses for different processes? Effective hose management is crucial for preventing cross-contamination. One powerful strategy is to implement a line of sight indicator, as we did in for one of our customers in the example below. This visual cue helps ensure that hoses are used for their intended […]

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Oldest Gusher Pump Competition

Late last year, Gusher Pumps held a contest to find the oldest Gusher pump still in operation today. Our sales rep, Gregg Gordon, hit the podium with a Ruthman Vertical Immersed pump (9040-S model) manufactured in 1967! The pump is still being used on the large Gleason Works system pictured below. What a testament to […]

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Custom Powder-Coated Ferrules

No request is too small when it comes to meeting our customers’ needs. This customer asked for powder coated ferrules on their hose assembly, and we were happy to make it happen! Our attention to detail and commitment to custom solutions is what sets us apart.

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VFD Built for Brewery Efficiency

In honor of National Beer Day, we wanted to share this custom pump cart we built for a brewery! Featuring an Ampco AL22 Rotary Lobe Pump paired with a Nord Gear Motor, this setup ensures smooth, gentle fluid transfer that is perfect for brewing applications. Mounted on a fabricated stainless steel cart with an Invertek […]

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Optimized Pump Control with a VFD

For this project, we integrated a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) to enhance the performance of a Watson-Marlow MasoSine Pump, which is coupled to a Nord Gear Motor and mounted on a fabricated stainless steel cart. While we didn’t fabricate the cart or assemble the pump/motor, our role was crucial in bringing precision speed control to […]

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Chemical Handling Skid

We recently built a custom skid for a chemical handling application, engineered for durability and efficiency. This system includes: ✅ Wilden air-operated diaphragm pump ✅ FTI filter housing ✅ Wilden pulsation dampener ✅ Blacoh gauge with Gauge Guard ✅ Bonomi actuated valve All components are securely mounted on a fabricated stainless steel square tubing frame […]

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Quality Welding for Wash System

Raising the Bar in Welding Quality We’re in the final stages of completing a tanker truck wash system for a chemical company where precision is key. This project required all pipe welding to comply with ASME B31.3 – Process Piping standards, so we took extra steps to ensure every weld met the mark. To verify […]

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Mouvex Eccentric Disc Pump Skid

Engineered for Excellence! Here’s a sneak peek at one of our latest skids: featuring a Mouvex eccentric disc pump with a heating jacket, coupled to a Nord gear reducer and a Weg motor, all mounted on a painted carbon steel base plate. Why Mouvex Eccentric Disc Seal-Less Pumps? 🔹 Seal-Less Design – No magnets, packing, […]

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Neptune Metering Skid

Neptune Metering Skid: Built for Precision This skid, crafted for an industrial equipment manufacturer, is packed with top-tier components for reliable performance: 🔹 (2) Neptune metering pumps 🔹 Calibration column 🔹 (2) Pressure relief valves 🔹 Back pressure valve 🔹 Pulsation dampener Everything is connected using SCH80 PVC piping and mounted on a durable polypropylene […]

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Wilden, RTI Mobile Cart

We created this setup for a construction company, featuring a Wilden 1” Pro-Flo Shift AODD pump with an RTI filter and regulator, mounted on a durable powder-coated carbon steel cart with casters for easy mobility. Why the Wilden Pro-Flo Shift Stands Out: 🔹 Shear-sensitive and dry-run capable 🔹 Superior flow rates 🔹 Anti-freezing & efficient […]

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Sustainable Cooling Towers Project

We were thrilled to be featured in Ruthman Companies’ recent article about a sustainable cooling towers project for Dancing Goat Distillery. A big shoutout to our experienced sales leader, John Vorpagel, for his expertise and dedication throughout the entire process—from design to implementation. Check out the full story here: https://www.ruthmancompanies.com/engineering/dancing-goat/

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Pioneer Self-Priming Pump Skid

This is a custom-built skid for a mechanical contractor. It features a Pioneer self-priming pump, paired with a reliable Weg motor, all mounted on a painted carbon steel frame with leveling feet for maximum stability. Here’s the pump breakdown: 🔹 Ductile Iron, Self-Priming Centrifugal Pump 🔹 3” suction & 3” discharge Companion Flange connections 🔹 […]

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Custom Manifold

Fabrication in action! Check out this custom manifold we just completed: fabricated from 20” schedule 40 carbon steel pipe with 150# flanged connections. After cutting and welding, the assembly was powder coated for durability and fitted with a Jomar butterfly valve. This manifold will be used with a large Cornell pump skid, key in distributing […]

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Custom Lubrication Skid

Throwback meets innovation! We upgraded a lubrication skid design originally built by Anderson Process for Allis Chalmers back in the 70s. This modernized skid supplies lube oil to a large bearing in concrete production equipment. The system features: 🔹 Haight internal gear pump 🔹 Dynex high-pressure pump 🔹 Dual Donaldson Hy-Pro filter housings All mounted […]

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Graco Sanitary Filter Skid

Here’s a look at our latest filter skid build for personal care products.  The customer needed to repackage a zinc slurry from bulk product into more manageable containers.  This system includes: • Graco 1” High Sanitary air-operated diaphragm pump • Wilden sanitary pulsation dampener • Shelco sanitary #1 filter housing • Reading Technologies Inc. Filter […]

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15 Pump T-Mag Project

We’re wrapping up a massive 15-pump T-Mag Pump project! Pictured are two of the sizes in the mix: 🔹 A TM6NC Glass-Filled Polypropylene pump with Carbon bearings, powered by a 5 HP WEG motor 🔹 A TM6LC ETFE pump with Carbon bearings, powered by a 2 HP WEG motor The remaining pumps in the order […]

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Custom Griswold Skid

Check out this custom pump skid we built for a valued customer! It features a Griswold 10×8-13 pump paired with a 75 HP Weg motor, all mounted on a sturdy, painted carbon steel C-channel base plate that we fabricated in-house.

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MWFPA 2024

It was a pleasure meeting with our customers and discussing their fluid handling applications at the Midwest Food Production Association Convention & Expo in the Wisconsin Dells! We had a fantastic time connecting with our customers and exploring how we could optimize their processes. It was a valuable opportunity to exchange insights and learn more […]

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High-Quality Hose Assemblies

Whether it’s pumping, suction, or discharge, we’re busy building high-quality assemblies every day. Here’s a peek at part of a recent order, which includes a variety of hoses like: 🔹 Water suction hose 🔹 Water discharge hose 🔹 Jackhammer hose 🔹 Air/multipurpose hose 🔹 Contractor-grade garden hose 🔹 LP gas hose The hoses pictured are […]

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Maple Syrup Pump

Sweet success! We just completed a custom pump assembly for moving maple syrup using the Ampco ZP Series pump. This pump is designed to handle syrup at 30-40 GPM and 80-100 PSI, depending on viscosity. We mounted the pump horizontally to make installation easier and improve drainability. It’s powered by a 5 HP Baldor motor […]

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Liquiflo External Gear Pump Assemblies

Exciting project update! We’re currently building multiple skids featuring Liquiflo External Gear Pumps for an assembly plant. These pumps will be used for pumping oil formulations. The Liquiflo H-Series and 3-Series pumps are available in 316 Stainless Steel and Alloy-C, with both sealed and mag-drive options. With flow rates up to 55 GPM and discharge […]

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Griswold 811 ANSI Pumps

We just supplied two Griswold 811 ANSI pumps to a Wisconsin food manufacturer. These pumps are perfect for base food product pumping and water applications. Specs: • Size: 3″ x 1.5″-10 • Material: CD4MCu Stainless Steel • Seal: TC/TC/Viton Single Cartridge Seal • Motor: 5 HP Baldor, 1750 RPM, TEFC, IEEE841 (230/460 VAC) • Base: […]

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Oilfield Pump Skid

Our team just completed a custom skid for a North Dakota client designed for pumping oilfield waste. This powerful setup features a 4″ self-priming Cornell STX ANSI pump made with durable ductile iron construction, paired with a 25HP explosion-proof motor running at 1800 RPM. We’ve also included high-quality belts, sheaves, and a robust fabricated stainless […]

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Cornell Hydro-Transport Pump

Check out our latest project: a powerful Cornell Hydro-Transport pump designed for a food processing client to efficiently pump potatoes! 🥔 This 10″ all stainless-steel pump is powered by a Toshiba 50 HP motor and features a reliable belt-driven system. We custom-fabricated the pump stand from robust 3″ stainless steel square tubing and crafted a […]

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What is a Rotary Vane Pump and How Does it Work?

Choosing the right positive displacement pump can be a challenging endeavor. A rotary vane pump maybe the right choice depending on the application, media and environmental circumstances. What are rotary vane pumps and how do they work? Check out the article below on the ins and outs of rotary vane pumps. What is a Rotary […]

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ANSI Pump Assembly Overhaul

Pictured is a ANSI pump assembly that an automotive supplier brought in due to a leaking seal. Luckily in this case, there were no major parts needed. A standard overhaul was done on the pump. All the common wear items, including new ball bearings (pump and motor), mechanical seal, gaskets, O-rings, a coupling insert were […]

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Blackmer Gear Pump Repair

Pictured is a Blackmer Gear G1-55 pump that was used for pumping a starch-based adhesive used in the manufacturing process of corrugated cardboard. The customer brought the pump in for a leaking seal. The seal unfortunately failed after pressures climbed above the seal’s operating pressure. The triple lip style cartridge seals used in this application […]

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Busch Blower/Vacuum Booster Repair

A customer in the HVCR (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) industry brought in their Busch WV1000 blower to be serviced. The blower or vacuum booster, resting on top of a Busch Cobra dry screw pump, was used for helium leak testing in the manufacturing process of commercial HVAC compressor systems. Debris had built up […]

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Blackmer Pump Repair

A customer brought us their Blackmer CRL4B Sliding Vane Pump used for pumping CO2, because they were not experiencing the longevity needed from their pump to fulfill application demands. The pump would work for a limited time and break down. The last repair shop the customer used to repair the pump did a number of […]

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Blackmer Pump Restoration

An industrial gas supplier needed their Blackmer pump for pumping propane restored. Upon arrival, the signs of wear were obvious. The outside of the pump was weathered and corroded. It even seized up when attempting to start it. When the pump was disassembled, the inner parts, including the vanes, casing liner, rotor and head discs, […]

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What is a Self-Priming Pump and How Does it Work?

In many applications, pumps are completely submerged in the liquid of what’s being pumped and are constantly surrounded by that liquid. Forces such as gravity and air pressure ensure that no air enters the suction line of the pump. For many other pumping applications, it is necessary for pumps to be above the level of […]

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Water Tempering Skid

This water tempering skid was designed for an aerosol and bag on valve filling manufacturer. The manufacturer needed a way to heat up 194 gallons of batch water in their pressurized tank (able to fill 75 cans per minute), so they could test their product can’s integrity at 135 degrees Fahrenheit. The water tempering skid […]

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Roto Pump Skid

Pictured below is a Roto progressive cavity pump skid we designed for a food manufacturer. The assembly featured a Roto progressive cavity pump belt driven by a 10 HP WEG Motor. Both the pump and the motor were mounted on a stainless steel base. We were able to engineer a more convenient solution for how […]

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Cooling Skid System

Pictured below is a cooling skid designed for an orthopedic product manufacturer who makes artificial replacement parts for the human body. The customer needed a way to keep the air compressors and air dryer used in their production process from overheating. Our solution was a system that utilizes a cooling tower. The system recirculates cool […]

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Xylem Booster Pump Package

Extra features are nice to have, but at the end of the day it’s really about what gets the job done. Our customer was looking for a more economical booster pump system similar to larger booster pump packages without the non-essential features. Our solution (pictured below) is a practical, engineered assembly consisting of (2) Goulds […]

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Resourceful Steam Hose Solution

Some applications can be more challenging than others and require creative solutions. With over 50+ years of experience in the fluid technology field, Anderson Process has the knowledge and resources at its disposal to provide unique solutions for persistent issues. Our customer had an FDA-rated steam hose that descended from a unit to clean the […]

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Mixmor Mixer and Tank Assembly

This MixMor turbine mixer with mixing tank assembly was designed for a midwest chemical manufacturer. The manufacturer’s business was expanding, and they wanted a new mixer and tank to double their production rate. The assembly features a MixMor TC-20-L52 flange mounted turbine mixer with a TEFC Motor (20 HP, 1750 RPM, 3/60, 230/460 VOLT), gear […]

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Viking Asphalt Pump Refurbishment

A customer’s worn Viking asphalt pump was in rough shape. One of our experienced technicians refurbished the pump and the difference is night and day. View the astonishing transformation in the pictures below. Anderson Process is an authorized service center for many of the top pump manufacturers in the marketplace. Some of our capabilities include […]

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Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) Hydraulic Oil Pump Assemblies

These Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) pump assemblies were fabricated for a healthcare technology company and used to pump hydraulic oil. They feature a Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) 2C2BV-C-7 rotary gear pump assembled with a Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) 2C1B534-56 NEMA C Frame mounting adapter and a Baldor CL3507 Motor (¾ HP, 1725 RPM, 1/60/115/230V). Anderson Process continues to […]

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10 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Pump

With over 60 years in the industry, we’ve seen many mismanaged pumps eat into the productivity and bottom line of businesses. Make sure you are getting the most out of your equipment by following these 10 ways to extend the life of your pump:   1. Regular Maintenance Before diving into specific aspects of pump […]

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Standard Pump Tote Batching System

This Standard Pump tote batching system was designed for a battery supplier, who was interested in a system to batch battery acid (sulfuric acid) out of a tote and into jugs. Pictured is the system we designed. A Standard stick pump was used for pumping the battery acid from the tote. A stainless steel bridge […]

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Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) Paint Skid

This paint mixing and transfer skid was designed for a manufacturer of radiators that are used to cool large transformers. Our customer wanted to be able to efficiently mix paint and other chemicals to produce the protective outer coating that is applied on their radiators. Our engineered solution consisted of two Tuthill (Ingersoll Rand) Global Gear […]

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Advanced Mixing Technology

One of our customers needed a solution to a 10-year-old mixing issue that was driving up operation costs in their facility. The process involves producing a water/polyvinyl acetate emulsion mix that is used as a bath for premoisturized fabric to be coated. The fabric coating requires an extremely consistent mix, and their existing equipment was […]

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Ampco Pharma Pump Skids

These are two portable Ampco pump skids built for a pharmaceutical and cosmetics contract manufacturer. They feature Ampco ZP1-060 pumps, along with Nord gear reducer, and a WEG motor mounted on a stainless steel cart with a WEG washdown VFD. Anderson Process continues to be a reliable service provider to many manufacturers throughout the Midwest. […]

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7 Fun Facts About Pumps

Many people may not realize it, but fluid pumps play an important role in our daily lives.  They have a long history and can be attributed to many modern advancements that we take for granted today.  With that in mind, let’s take a look at some fun facts about pumps that most people might not […]

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Chlorine Tank Refurbishment

We are always willing to go the extra mile for our customers, even when the project is just for show.  One of our customers wanted to remodel the front entryway at their corporate headquarters.  They asked us to refurbish an old chlorine tank to be used as a display piece. We accomplished this project by […]

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Gusher Pump with AES Seal Pot Skid

A customer involved in providing environmental and agronomic systems needed a recirculation pump for their process. They handle chemicals and fuels that can potentially be hazardous if contaminated, so they required a reliable solution that would reduce the risk of fluid contamination. We engineered this Gusher pump with AES seal pot as a solution to […]

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How to Properly Crimp an Industrial Hose Assembly

Hose crimping can provide a safer, more reliable hose assembly than many other hose fitting attachment options. Ensuring you are taking the right steps to crimp your hose properly is of the utmost importance in regards to safety and system function. Follow these steps for proper hose assembly: 1. Select the hose, fittings and ferrules […]

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How to Read a Centrifugal Pump Curve

Properly sizing a pump to specific application requirements is a complicated process.  It accounts for many factors including fluid type, elevation changes, length/diameter of pipe, number of joints or bends, and requires some complex equations usually left to system engineers.  If you already have a good idea of your flow and pressure requirements, however, pump […]

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Blackmer Pump Cart For Adhesives

This mobile pump cart was designed for an adhesives manufacturer that needed to introduce additives and defoamer to an adhesive product. Due to systems already in place, the customer requested a mobile, turn-key solution that would offer minimal setup for integration. This assembly consisted of a Blackmer SX Series stainless steel vane pump coupled to […]

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Diesel Fuel Filtration Skid

This fuel filtration skid was designed to filter underground fuel storage tanks that have become dirty/contaminated or contain large amounts of water. Our customer was wanting to pull up to fueling stations and have the ability to clean out their in-ground tanks with a variety of filtration capabilities. The final product is one of the […]

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Mouvex Chemical Unloading Skid

Global supply chain shortages prevented one of our customer’s bulk chemical supply from being delivered via railcar. They were able to purchase the chemical in 55-gallon drums as an alternative and needed a pump unit capable of line stripping to maximize product recovery.  They also requested a run-dry capacity in the event a technician did […]

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Pulsafeeder Metering Skid

A Food & Beverage customer required a solution for low-flow, high-accuracy dosing of antioxidants into Canola Oil. This assembly consisted of a Pulsafeeder – Florida Blackline metering pump mounted on a painted carbons steel skid with associated stainless steel threaded suction and discharge piping. The suction and discharge piping included a y-strainer, pressure gauges, BLACOH […]

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Why Authorized Service Centers Matter

We recently had a customer deliver a pump for inspection after it had been sent to a third-party repair shop.  When our technicians opened it up, they were shocked to find what was done in an attempt to repair the unit. It was immediately apparent that the pump was beyond repair based on the wear […]

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How Sealless Pumps Work and When You Should Use Them

The term “sealless pump’’ is used a lot in the transfer of fluids.  The concept may be confusing if you are new to the industry.  One can infer by the name that these are pumps that do not use traditional seal components, but what exactly does that entail, and what types of applications are ideal […]

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Avocado Oil Removal – Wilden Pump Cart

One of our food production customers was paying $2,000 per week to have a third party pump out their used avocado oil, a byproduct of their production process.  The oil would collect in a 10’ pit and they did not have an in-house solution for removal.  Our team built them a mobile Wilden Pump Cart […]

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Hose Audit Uncovers Need for Adapters

One of our many value-added services is hose audits and hose management programs.  As part of these services, our specialists conduct an on-site inspection to ensure all hoses are being properly used and maintained, which is crucial to their service life and to reduce the risk of failures in production.  Additional (optional) services of the […]

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Rotary Positive Displacement Pumps

Last month we discussed the internal operation of reciprocating pumps, one of two types of positive displacement pumps. This month we will analyze how the other type of PD pump – rotary pumps. Rotary pumps have rotating gears instead of the backward and forwards motion of cylinders like reciprocating pumps. In some cases, they can […]

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Fluid Fill Bowser

Gasoline Bowsers

Do you have a unique fluid fill process that needs to be addressed? We’ve shown other Fluid Fill Bowsers before – most recently a Windshield Washer Bowser. The one below is a Gasoline Bowser with a Wilden Pump and Engineering Air-Operated Double Diaphragm pump. This double diaphragm design will ensure precise amounts of gasoline are […]

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Gear Pump

Gear Pump Boosts Facility Chemical Totes

A customer was no longer able to buy their chemical supply in bulk, causing them to use smaller totes. This created an issue in transporting the chemical throughout their facility, as the totes had to be stored in a location far from their previous bulk storage tanks and existing pump system. Anderson Process designed a […]

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Rail Car Chemical Pump

Rail Car Chemical Transfer

Chemical transports are one of the largest revenue streams for railroads in the United States. In 2019 close to 972 million tons of chemicals were shipped throughout the country due to their use in a diverse production of other goods. When transferring chemicals via rail car or tanker truck, the average capacity will be around […]

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Acid Dosing Cart

These three unique pump carts are used to dose precise small amounts of acids. The semi-automated, mobile units provide a highly efficient production output necessary for the chemical industry. These units feature a ¼” Wilden Accu-Flo AODD pump, ½” Wilden pulsation dampener, Polytrace B2 Batch controller, RTI filter regulator, Dixon ball valve, and spill containment […]

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Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps

In a previous article ‘What Exactly Is a Positive Displacement Pump?’ we gave a high-level overview of different types of Positive Displacement Pumps. In this article, we will focus on Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps – how they work, advantages/disadvantages, and common applications in which they are used. As opposed to centrifugal pumps using impellers, the mechanical […]

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Heavy-Duty Fuel Oil Pump

Pictured below is a large skid we developed. The skid features a 10’’ BLACKMER® HXL10 vane pump coupled to a 161 HP diesel motor through a Nord Parallel shaft gear reducer. The gear shaft reducer was selected to handle the intense force and pressure applied, as the unit would be pumping fuel oil at 1650 […]

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Right-Angle Gearbox Pump

This uniquely orientated pump skid pictured below was designed to solve a couple of issues for a company transferring chemical solvents. Anderson Process mounted this Blackmer Pump on its side with a custom bracket built in-house, which allowed the pump suction to be at the top.  This aided with its ability to drain as the […]

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Ethanol Filter Cart

Pictured here is a custom filter cart built for a customer who wanted to remove the smell of ethanol in their facility. Featured on this 2-wheel cart is a Liquiflo Gear Pump with a flow rate of up to 3 GPM. Attached above the pump are 2 Shelco 20” filter housings furnished in 316 Stain-less […]

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Wilden AODD

Wilden Air-Operated Double Diaphragm Custom Skid

A custom skid we built for a customer that consisted of a 1-1/2” SS/Teflon Wilden Pump and Engineering pump, Blacoh AODD pulsation dampener, Blacoh SpillStop leak prevention system, RTI Eliminizer and air regulator, Bi-Torq ball valves, Continental Fortress air hose and Tudertechnica Glidetech hose. The discharge piping using on this cart was Schedule 80 with […]

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Liquid Blending System

Precise control mixing of materials can be a challenging feat. Understanding the chemical compatibility and how the liquid properties will react, blend, and change must be closely monitored. Pictured below are several different pumps and a control system we set up for a customer who needed to meter three liquids: propylene glycol, ethanol, and water […]

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Wilden Saniflo

FDA Wilden Pro-Flo Saniflo pump for Food Applications

This 2” Wilden Pro-Flo Saniflo pump was mounted on a stainless steel cart that would replace the customer’s older Wilden Foodmaster. The Wilden Saniflo pumps are FDA approved and designed for standard food applications. They are typically used for processes that are moving high-acid, high-sugar, and high-fat media. This particular diaphragm pump is all stainless […]

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2" Novaflex Hose

Novaflex Hose for Chemical Transfer

Hose selection is critical to not only production output reliability, but also to user/environmental safety. Anderson Process’s comprehensive line of hose assemblies and hose fittings, combined with our maintenance-tracking and reconditioning support services, help our customers realize consistent and safe material containment, movement, and transfer. Pictured here are 2” Novaflex Red Uni-flon Composite hoses with […]

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Goulds Booster Pumps for City Water

Plant Water Pressure for Food Manufacturer

This custom skid features three Goulds Water Technology e-SV pumps designed to boost the flow of city water into production rooms for a food manufacturer. During the Summer months, the water pressure would drop significantly, and the customer had trouble providing consistent flow to the far side of the facility. This was especially problematic when […]

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Mechanical Seal

5 Ways to Maintain Mechanical Seals

The often-forgotten and crucial component in a pump system is the mechanical seal, which prevents fluid from leaking into the immediate environment. Leaking mechanical seals due to improper maintenance or higher-than-expected operating conditions can be a hazard, housekeeping issue, health concern, or even an EPA issue.  It is important to implement practices and conditions to […]

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Seal Repair

Splitcase Pump Seal Repair

Don’t let old or worn-out seals hold your pump system back. Mechanical seals offer your rotating equipment the ability to be sealed in a cost-effective yet efficient manner. Mechanical seals contain the high pressurized fluid within pump vessels from the low pressured environment outside of the pump vessel. Our repair services can get your mechanical […]

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Windshield Washer Bowser

Windshield Washer Bowser

We offer a variety of Fluid Fill Systems and Components that service automotive assembly plants and manufacturing plants. One of our portable offerings are called Bowsers, these Bowsers are portable fluid dispense systems containing hazardous and non-hazardous liquids. This system was a Windshield Washer Fluid bowser consisting of a Wilden Air Operated Double Diaphragm pump, […]

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Pump Filters

How to Pick the Proper Filtration Equipment

How to Pick the Proper Filtration Equipment Filtration is the process of removing any undesirable matter (solids or otherwise) from a process stream such as liquid or air. The incoming stream prior to filtration is called the effluent while the outbound stream after filtration is referred to as the filtrate. In any fluid-handling operation, filtration […]

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Cat Triplex Pump

Triplex Cat Pump

This Cat high-pressure pump skid is used for flushing out cement drums commonly found on job sites or in cement mix plants. This is a triplex positive displacement pump meaning it has three plunger rods suitable for multi-gun and multi-nozzle high-pressure systems. It features max flow up to 15.6 gpm and a max pressure up […]

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Stainless-Steel Tanks

Our Michigan facility built several stainless-steel tanks to be used by an industrial laundry service company. They offer cleaning of tough, gritty materials such as oil absorbents, industrial towels, and floor mats that are used in various manufacturing facilities. They previously used polyethylene tanks in their facility to hold the materials used for their cleaning […]

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