Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Your Next Pump

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Buying a new pump should be looked at as a real investment. If you make a good, sound purchase decision, using research based upon your future needs, you can potentially save yourself many headaches and repair costs.

Here are some tips on how to avoid some of the more common mistakes people make when purchasing a pump:

  • Flow Rate: Make sure you will want to sustain the current calculated flow rate. You’ll want to avoid purchasing a pump that is unable to handle increasing flow rates in the future. This will only result in a need for an entirely new pump and/or damaging the one you have beyond repair. Don’t just look at the pressure you require now but also look at what you might need in the future.
  • Brand: There are multiple choices of brands, styles, models, and variations. Don’t stick to a particular brand or type of pump simply because it is familiar. There might be much better options out there for your needs—speak to a supplier that offers a range of different industrial and mining pumps. Some pump suppliers can only offer one brand or one style of pump, which may not be the best for your application.

When you’re buying a pump you should never assume that servicing the pump will be an easy or simple process. Again, you should ask your pump supplier about servicing and spare parts.

In summary, it is definitely in your best interest to be an informed pump user. Do all of the research you can and ask around for other people’s preferences and experiences. Going into a pump purchase blind might mean troubles at a later date. You may also be interested in this blog: 5 Things to Know Before You Invest in a New Pump.

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