Rotating Equipment
The Evolution of Houston Dynamic Service
From Rock Bottom to Becoming the Largest Independent Rotating Equipment Repair Shop Like most companies in the fall of 2001, HDS was at rock bottom. Between Tropical Storm Allison, which caused extensive flooding and devastation throughout Houston, and the emotional and financial tragedy of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, HDS found itself on the verge of…
Read MoreThe Role of Proper Lubrication in Rotating Equipment Performance
Is your rotating equipment experiencing frequent overheating, unusual noises, or unexpected shutdowns? Perhaps you’ve noticed smearing, discoloration, or other warning signs of mechanical distress. These symptoms often point to inadequate lubrication—a common but preventable issue in the maintenance of rotating machinery. Ensuring proper lubrication is critical for maximizing equipment reliability and minimizing downtime. Why Lubrication…
Read MoreSix Essential Strategies for Enhancing Equipment Reliability
Critical rotating equipment represents some of the most significant investments within any manufacturing organization. The performance and reliability of this machinery are pivotal for ensuring product quality and operational efficiency. For that reason, optimizing equipment reliability is crucial for maintaining smooth operations and minimizing disruptions. 1. Prioritize Operator Training Investing in comprehensive operator training is…
Read MoreUpgrade Legacy Pumps With Modern Materials and the Latest Technology
New and legacy pumps are an essential part of many facilities such as water for municipalities, oil and gas, power generation, manufacturing, and many others. In the end, all pumps eventually succumb to wear, corrosion, and slowdowns or breakdowns. It is critical to have a plan in place for repairs and replacements, but there is…
Read MoreShould you Upgrade or Replace Legacy Equipment?
The landscape of industry has changed a great deal, even over the past few years. New technology promises better outcomes that are worth the cost of new equipment. Your legacy equipment may be working just fine, even after its allotted usual lifespan. Or it may be showing signs of aging. But is the investment really…
Read MoreMinimize Capital Expenditures by Updating Legacy Rotating Equipment
We at Houston Dynamic Supply have seen all sorts of equipment from dinosaurs that are decades old to the latest in new technology. Each of these pieces of machinery have their own pro’s, con’s, and unique challenges. From integrating into a new system, upgrading to meet new demands, or looking for the root cause of…
Read MoreIs Your Rotating Equipment Ready for Winter?
Many of Houston Dynamics’ clients in the Gulf Coast area were hit hard by the deep freeze in February of 2021. As a result, they have taken extra notice of how their critical rotating equipment is affected by extreme weather. To help out, we will answer the question “is your rotating equipment ready for winter?”…
Read MoreEquipment Series: Compressors
In the second installment of our Equipment Series, we will be focusing on compressors. In a nut shell, compressors are devices that increase gas pressure by reducing its volume. They are similar to pumps because they are designed to use increased pressure to move media. However, compressors are generally associated with moving gaseous media, while…
Read MoreMain Pump Types – Reciprocating Piston
In continuing with our series, Pumps 101, we are going to focus this entry on reciprocating piston pumps. Many pumps fall into the positive displacement arena, and they can generally be divided into two categories: reciprocating and rotary. Reciprocating pumps operate with the use of plungers, diaphragms, or pistons. Rotary pumps tend to use rotating…
Read MoreMain Pump Types – Displacement
We have previously discussed the basics of pumps including power, classification, and more. In continuing with the series, we are going to focus on one of the most commonly used types of pumps, the displacement pump. As they are the most popular, the focus will be on positive displacement pumps. These types of pumps are…
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