Posts by Houston Dynamic
Extend Seal Life with Sundyne Seal Failure Analysis from HDS
Houston Dynamic has the expertise and inventory to repair or rebuild Sundyne pumps and compressors, and the job is guaranteed to cost less than exchanging key parts for refurbished parts. You can also be assured of shorter lead times and no expedite charges. We understand the frustration our customers experience when they have a pump…
Read MoreHouston Dynamic Now Offering Sundyne Equipment Repairs and Parts
HDS has over 40 years of experience in all types of rotating equipment repairs. But when a Sundyne pump was brought in for repairs recently, it presented new challenge even for their experienced staff. Sundynes are typically repaired by the OEM or their exclusive distributors, so not many independent repair shops have significant experience with…
Read MoreThe importance of proper alignment in rotating equipment performance
As with all machinery and equipment, the mantra is “Maintenance, maintenance, and more maintenance!” For your equipment to keep running at peak performance, you must keep it properly lubricated and aligned. The importance of proper alignment in your rotating equipment’s performance cannot be stressed enough. When the belts or shafts of your equipment are misaligned,…
Read MorePump Life: After the Rebuild
Your pump is a major investment, so a lot of consideration is given whether to replace or rebuild. Rebuilds mean not only cost savings, but also a shorter lag in downtime. But, after the rebuild, if you are not properly taking care of your pump, you are just throwing money away. The goal of life…
Read MorePros and Cons of Coating Your Rotating Equipment
To coat or not to coat? Rotating equipment owners know protective coatings safeguard against fouling and corrosion, but are they absolutely necessary for every application? Which conditions and/or process media should be considered for coatings? Will coating impact the performance of the equipment positively or negatively? Which coating should be used for which process media?…
Read MoreHDS Expands to Meet Growing Needs of Customers
Houston Dynamic Service is in the midst of hiring a new team of representatives to promote our services and offer our expertise and technology to meet the growing needs of the industries we serve. Our Southeast Houston facility specializes in rotating equipment repair for pumps, turbines, compressors, and more; but we are on a mission…
Read More6 Valuable Tips for Improving Your Equipment’s Reliability
Your critical rotating equipment are some of the most valuable and expensive assets your company owns. Without them, you cannot manufacture great products for your customers, right? So, you probably want to know how to get the most out your equipment, keep it reliable, and running smoothly. 1. Invest in Operator Training If you…
Read MoreKeeping It In Line: Why Alignment Is an Important Part of Turbine Preventative Maintenance
Maintaining and servicing turbines is an important part of keeping them in operating condition and extending their lives. In machinery-intensive industries, preventative maintenance ensures that any minor faults are corrected before developing into major defects that cause costly downtime. Regular alignment testing is essential to avoid unscheduled turbine repairs. The problem with misalignment is……
Read MoreDid you Know We Provide Seal Strips?
HDS provides high quality seal strips for most OEM compressors and turbines, and has the capability to repair, re-strip, and machine various types of seal housings. We stock a wide range of materials, including but not limited to: – Stainless Steel – Hastelloy – Monel – Carpenter 20 – Copper and Brass Following are the…
Read MoreRotating Equipment Basics
Houston Dynamic is one of the leading experts in rotating equipment repair and maintenance. But what exactly is rotating equipment? This term encompasses many different types of equipment – gas compressors, turbines, pumps, fans, blowers, and gear boxes. So, let’s go over what these are and why maintenance and timely repairs are so important. You…
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