Operating Gas Turbines in Freezing Temps
The team at Houston Dynamic Supply are experts in all things rotating equipment. We have one of the largest and most advanced facilities in Houston. As a result, we and our clients were sub-ject to experience a Texas deep freeze, like last year. To help…
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3 Ways to Improve the Performance of Your Vertical Pump
We at HDS are experts in all sorts of rotating equipment including vertical pumps used for a range of applications. However, it is important to keep them in optimal performance to im-prove efficiency and avoid unessacary breakdowns. Below we will show you ways to improve…
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Rotary Valve Troubleshooting and Repair
At HDS, rotary valve repairs are common. As a result, we have seen it all. Below, we will share our guide to rotary valve troubleshooting and repair. What are Rotary Valves? Rotary valves are flow control devices that use rotor blades to regulate the flow…
Read MoreVertical Pumps and Vibration
All equipment has a natural frequency in which it should vibrate. A common occurrence in vertical pumps that are near to each other is for them to have excessive vibration. The pump may be deemed to have a resonant condition when vibrations excite the natural…
Read MoreThe Effects of Radial Thrust on Centrifugal Pumps
We are often asked about the reason why centrifugal pumps fail. Some say bearing or seal issues. Perhaps a broken shaft. However, in our experience, the common denominator in most centrifugal pump failures comes down to radial thrust in excess. As a result, below we…
Read MoreTypes of Machining Processes
Machining may be generally defined as the process of shaping down a piece of material into an intended design using specialty, power-driven tools. For example, many parts and components need some machining during manufacturing. Machining can be used to shape metals, plastic, rubbers, and more.…
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4 Steps to Set Up a Proactive Maintenance Plan
We’ve previously written about Proactive vs Reactive Maintenance – but there is more to say on the topic. It is one thing to know what proactive maintenance is. It is another thing entirely to implement it correctly in your organization. Here are four crucial steps…
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The Importance of Root Cause Analysis
Root cause analysis, also known as RCA, is discovering the root cause of a problem in order to identify the correct solution. RCA also promotes systematically preventing and solving underlying issues rather than “putting out fires” as they form. Below, we will discuss the benefits…
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Don’t Let Soft Foot Compromise Your Equipment
Soft foot can be one of the leading issues encountered in rotating equipment. It is also known as machine frame distortion and is a complex condition that can result in damage to the equipment, along with its output. These include quality and mechanical problems such…
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