Industrial Grade HVAC Pumps
Industrial Grade HVAC Pumps
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An owner is requesting that we specify the highest quality HVAC pumps for his project. Can you let me know which manufacturers in your experience are considered "industrial" or top grade rather than "commercial" grade for centrifugal end suction, double suction and vertical turbine pumps?
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You are correct in what you say, but the question wasn't about poor installation or maintenance - it was a request for information on industrial pump manufacturers, hence the replies that have been posted.
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You are correct about what the question was about, as I said in my post I was wondering why the question was asked, why did the owner want "the highest quality HVAC pump" and was assuming it was to find a better "quality" pump. But I ask again, why? Most of the typical HVAC commercial grade pumps will do the job and perform well when properly selected and installed, so why go to the added expense of an industrial pump? It may not be better because of the reasons I mention, and if the goal is long life at a low cost, an industrial pump is not the answer. Just wanted to point out to bbohsali that just because the owner stated they wanted the highest quality pumps, with out following the other recommendations in my last post, they will not get better service life. I see too many problems with pump installations and poor life not to add this comment. My point is to spend his money wisely.
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I have no argument with you on this and agree that "some" of the commercial pumps will give along life, low value trouble free installation and I guess in hindsight it was a reasonable question on your part to ask "why".
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Without diving into too many details, this is for an academic project that aims to attract the best researchers in the world and where quality and reliability are of utmost importance.
The Owner is interested only in top quality equipment and manufacturers. I agree with most all the recommendations posted (mechanical seals, foundation, baseplate, pipe design, pump / motor alignment, Cx, etc...) and these are in the specifications. However, this is similar to someone wanting to purchase a Lexus rather than a Toyota or an Accura vs. Honda.
I hope I was able to adequately answer your question and again Many Thanks for your replies.
Regards,
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