CASE STUDY:
White Mass for Greek Yogurt
Pump:
Waukesha Cherry-Burrell Brand – Universal 2 Series PD Pump
Industry:
White Mass for Greek Yoghurt
Problem:
Customer experienced multiple issues with existing lobe style pumps including process issues related to excessive shear created when pumping white mass and high maintenance costs due to pump breakdowns and long lead times for replacement parts.
Solution:
Over several years of careful testing, the customer evaluated multiple pump brands to determine which imparted the least destruction to the white mass, provided the best clean-ability, and the lowest cost of ownership. At the end of the trial, the Waukesha Model Universal 2 series pumps with single mechanical seals were selected for the application. The unique features of the External Circumferential Piston (“ECP”) style rotors provide a long slip path and gently scoop the solid particulates in the product, thus preventing “slippage” back through the tight clearances of the pump, minimizing product shear. Not only did the Waukesha Universal 2 pumps prove to be durable, cleanable, and maintain the integrity of the customer’s product, but they were also extremely well supported by a large replacement parts inventory at the local distributor.
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Operations Manager – Food Processing Facility
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Process Engineer – Beverage Production Company
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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
“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
