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Butterfly Valve Maintenance: Prioritizing Longevity and Reliability
Maintain butterfly valves with our guide! Learn essential maintenance tips, repair vs. replace decisions, and extend valve lifespan.

Why DCI is Critical in Pump Repairs
Discover why DCI (Disassemble, Clean, Inspect) is essential for pump repairs, providing your pump with precision, longevity, and peak performance....

Valves for Chemical and Petrochemical Industries
Discover the essential types of valves used in chemical and petrochemical industries. Learn how to begin selecting the right valve...

From Overlooked to Essential: The Impact of Pre-RO Filtration
Discover the essential role of pre-RO filtration. Learn how it protects the RO membrane, enhances your fluid's quality, and reduces...

Navigating Pump Challenges in the Steel and Metal Industry
Learn how to overcome pump selection, reliability, and maintenance challenges in the steel and metal industry. Find solutions to handle...

Enhancing Efficiency and Safety: The Role of Temperature Sensors in Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Assembly
Learn how temperature sensors play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and safety in lithium-ion battery pack assembly.

L-TORQ XOMOX Sleeved Plug Valve by Crane
Discover the innovative L-TORQ XOMOX Sleeved Plug Valve by Crane, offering compact design, torque reduction, easy repair, and fugitive emission...

Grundfos Energy Optimization Services
With the Grundfos Optimization Services offered at select FCX Performance locations you can reduce your operating costs and environmental impact...

Centuries of Experience that Deliver Solutions for Your Challenges Today
When two companies with long heritages come together to serve their customers, it can be truly remarkable – like Flowserve...

Product Spotlight: Alfa Laval DuraCirc®
In the Hygienic Process, ease of maintenance, pump performance, and hygienic design are crucial. With Alfa Laval’s DuraCirc Circumferential Piston...

How to Prevent Steam Leaks
Steam leaks can cause great safety concerns as well as immense financial losses. Implement these measures to reduce the amount...

Guide to the FCX Alfa Laval Pump Supercenter
What We Can Tell You About Your Hygienic Pumps

The Pump Toolbox Conversions
Check out the conversion toolbox that our experts use to help find solutions to multiple conversion factors for centrifugal pumps.

A Beginner’s Guide to Pipe Fabrication
Teflon lined steel pipe helps to ensure chemical resistance during fluid transfers.

Upscaling Our New England Inventory and Repair Capabilities!
Our Agawam center is ready to serve all your flow control product and service needs

Two Types of Viscometers and Tips to Calibrate Them
How do rotational and falling-piston viscometers work? When should I calibrate my viscometers? Get these questions answered and more as...

Product Spotlight: Flowserve RedRaven
Predict equipment failures before they happen and take preventive measures to avoid business disruptions with Flowserve's new wireless remote control...

How to Prepare Your Steam System for Winter
Winter weather brings on unique challenges for steam systems. But, there are a few things to do before the cold...

Why You Should Be Using a Power Monitor with a Mag Drive Pump
Discover how pump accessories enhance mag drive pumps. Explore power monitors for added operator and environmental protection in your pumping...

How to Balance Centrifuge Samples
Imbalanced equipment can decrease your centrifuges' life expectancy. Be certain you know how to load your centrifuge when working with...

High Quality Steam for High Quality Products
High quality steam is the key to high quality processes in your steam system.

Six Things To Look for When Choosing Off-site Metrology Services
What’s important when calibrating your instruments? Learn what aspects you should be considering when investigating a new calibration service provider:

How Viscosity Can Impact Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pumps
Think about how it would feel to stir a pot of honey versus stirring a pot of water. Now, imagine...

3 Common Methods for Conductivity Calibration in Purified Water Applications
Knowing which conductivity calibration method to use and when to use it can be crucial. Learn more about the most...

Product Spotlight: Viking Pump’s Universal Product Line
Explore Viking Pump’s Universal Product Line and get to know one of FCX Performance's newest partners out of Corrosion Fluid...

Teflon™ T-62: Not All Hose Resins Are Created Equal
Not all manufacturers utilize the same compound when it comes to Teflon™ hose. Teflon™ T-62 resin possesses superior mechanical properties...

3 Benefits of Reducing Energy Usage in Your Steam System
Making small changes to your steam system to reduce energy can result in big benefits for your business. Save on...

3 Ways to Reduce Contamination Risk in Your Steam System
Contamination in your steam system can cost you an immense amount of money and product. Find out how to reduce...

4 Benefits of a Full Calibration Asset Management Program
Take the stress out of managing your calibration activities

What You Need To Know About Gear Pumps
Exploring the versatility of internal and external gear pumps.

Accredited Vs. Non-Accredited Calibrations
Choose a calibration provider that understands the requirements of your equipment. Whether you need a standard or an accredited calibration...

3 Benefits of a Clean-In-Place System
Looking for a way to better optimize your hygienic process? Start with a clean-in-place system! At FCX, we understand the...

Open Area Ratios and How They Affect Strainer Performance
Open area ratios (OARs) are critical to consider when working with industrial strainers because of their direct relationship to the...

Clues from Your System it’s Time to Get a Trap Survey
Your steam system is trying to tell you something. Don’t miss the signs!

Troubleshooting Common Pump Issues
What you can do when your pump is not running right.

Why You Should Be Tagging or Marking Your Hoses
It is imperative that hoses are suitable for the application in terms of temperature, chemical compatibility and pressure. Tagging or...

Pros and Cons of Self-Cleaning Filtration Technology
Self-cleaning filters can make your process more effective, but it’s not a perfect solution for everyone. Find out if self-cleaning...

How to Get Your Pump Running at its Best Efficiency Point
Assessing your pump's performance after years of system changes.

Why You Need a Thermal Assessment
Your steam system needs a thermal assessment to operate at its best. A thermal assessment can reveal where your system...

Flared-Through vs PFA-Encapsulated Ends
How to find the right Teflon™ coverage for your chemical process

3 Things You Can Do to Ensure Your Pump’s Reliability
Take the steps to maximize your pump’s service life.

The Basics- What you need to know about AOD Pumps
If you’re looking for a multifunctional and easily maneuverable positive displacement pump, then you may be in the market for...

Disposable vs Permanent Filter Medias
Disposable and permanent filter medias have their pros and cons, but how do you know which option is best for...

Why It’s Important to Keep Your Industrial Pump Records Current
Your pump surveys can come in handy beyond record keeping, especially when you keep them current. Realize faster turnaround times,...

Debunking 3 Filtration Myths and Misconceptions
You may come across many “myths” about your filtration system and how to make it more efficient, but are these...

Conductive vs. Standard PTFE Hose
Ensure plant and worker safety when selecting a hose for flammable liquids

3 Reasons Why You Should be Using 3-A Certified Hose Assemblies
Hose cleanliness and compliance are imperative for any hygienic process. Reduce the chance of product contamination, maintain cleanliness and meet...

The Basics- What You Need to Know About ANSI Pumps
ANSI horizontal end-suction pumps are popular due to their easy maintenance, system efficiency, and interchangeability. Backed by the American National...

5 Signs You Need to Replace Your Filter Media
Don’t wait until it’s too late! Find out how to determine the optimal replacement time for your filter media

The Importance of Micron and Efficiency Ratings for Filter Media Selection
Choosing the correct filter media is a crucial step in getting the most out of your filtration system. When it...

Do’s and Don’ts of Hose Installation
Extend the life of your hose and avoid premature failure with proper installation! One small mistake in installation can decrease...

5 Things You Need to Know About Differential Pressure
Proper utilization of differential pressure can help ensure filter efficiency

Product Spotlight: Ace Sanitary RWS-L Hose
In the food and beverage industry, hoses need to be easy to move and effortlessly flexible to allow for simple...

How Contaminant Characteristics and Filter Media Affect Filter Performance
Learn how contaminant characteristics and filter media impact filter performance to reduce product waste and ensure efficient filtration. Trust our...

Product Spotlight: Resistoflex CRC Twister Hose
In the food and beverage industry, hoses need to be easy to move and effortlessly flexible to allow for simple...

How Viscosity and Temperature Affect Filter Performance
Appropriate optimization of viscosity and fluid temperature can ensure product quality and the safety of your filtration system

3 Tips to Reduce Calibration Turnaround Times
How clients can help create a more efficient turnaround process from PCI

What To Look For in a Calibration Company
Important factors to consider when choosing a calibration company for your instruments.

7 Things to Provide When Ordering Your Next Hose
Use the S.T.A.M.P.E.D. method to help determine the best solution for your application and extend the life cycle of your...

3 Reasons to Consider a Product Recovery Solution
Considering a Product Recovery Solution - FCX Performance

How Does Flow Rate and Flux Rate Impact Filter Performance?
Prevent your filter from plugging prematurely through monitoring your filter’s flow rate and flux rate
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5 Things You Need to Know About Differential Pressure
Proper utilization of differential pressure can help ensure filter efficiency
The Pump Toolbox Conversions
Check out the conversion toolbox that our experts use to help find solutions to multiple conversion factors for centrifugal pumps.
Open Area Ratios and How They Affect Strainer Performance
Open area ratios (OARs) are critical to consider when working with industrial strainers because of their direct relationship to the...
Accredited Vs. Non-Accredited Calibrations
Choose a calibration provider that understands the requirements of your equipment. Whether you need a standard or an accredited calibration...
From Overlooked to Essential: The Impact of Pre-RO Filtration
Discover the essential role of pre-RO filtration. Learn how it protects the RO membrane, enhances your fluid's quality, and reduces...
Why You Should Be Using a Power Monitor with a Mag Drive Pump
Discover how pump accessories enhance mag drive pumps. Explore power monitors for added operator and environmental protection in your pumping...