CASE STUDY:
Ice Cream Mix
Pump:
Waukesha Brand – Model 130 Universal 1 Series
Industry:
Ice Cream Mix
Problem:
Premature failure of rotors and shaft parts
Solution:
A large US-based dairy, installed an ice cream mix system using two Waukesha model 130 Universal 1 series pumps; one as a feed pump and the other as a pullout pump for a dry/liquid blender. The plant was interested to reduce the cost of ownership of the rotary lobe pumps from a previously installed system. The pumps used in the original system required complete rotor replacement every 6 months. The External Circumferential Piston (“ECP”) style rotors, with larger crossover clearances and higher efficiency, were able to stand up to the plant’s demanding performance requirements and eliminate their pump downtime. As an added benefit, SPX’s simple, economical single O-ring shaft seals provided an alternative to the more expensive and sensitive mechanical seals offered on the originally installed pumps.
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Design Engineer – Process Equipment Integrator
“LPE has been a reliable partner for many years. They have the ability to support our business through their vast inventory of replacement pumps, repair components, and their service & repair center in Kaukauna, WI. LPE has offered proactive support by carrying safety stock of complete pumps at their facility to support our specific production needs.”
Operations Manager – Food Processing Facility
“We have a great relationship with LPE as they provide exceptional technical expertise for sizing and specifying pumps and valves for our process equipment needs. LPE’s customer service and response time on quotes is industry leading.”
Process Engineer – Beverage Production Company
“LPE will put in the time and effort up front to fully comprehend complex processes, resulting in a system that meets, and frequently surpasses expectations.”
Head of Procurement – Chocolate Production Company
“The LPE Team has a great understanding of fluids-based process equipment. They are a valuable resource in the design and development of the solutions we offer our customers. The LPE Team helps us to design and build better solutions for our customers.”
Design Engineer – Process Equipment Integrator
