Cyclone 5RB
A distributor in Montana recently put in a Cyclone 5RB VT turbine (5RB-VT8-50HP-1800RPM). This 5” bowl, 6’ long version of our vertical turbine line will help with irrigation on a ranch. Cornell officially debuted our VT series last January. Already hundreds have been installed throughout the country. More information about this robust, energy-efficient offering from […]
Cornell New Years Day Holiday Schedule
Cornell Pump rings in the new year with a long weekend. We will be closed Friday, January 1st through Monday, January 4, 2021. We wish everyone a happy and healthy new year! We open at 7AM PDT on Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 .
A Holiday Reminder from Cornell
Cornell Pump is closed December 24th and 25th, 2020 to celebrate Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We hope everyone enjoys a festive holiday, safe and healthy. We will be open again on Monday December 28, 2020 at 7AM PST.
Quick Video Tips Help with Threaded Impellers
Cornell has pump builds with threaded impeller installations in several of our instructional videos on YouTube. We have created a quick companion video that provides some “how-tos” when dealing with this type of Impeller. While the video is short—only 90 seconds long—it shows how a shaft wrench helps with threaded impeller installation or removal. It […]
Tomato Grower Gets out of Red With Cornell Co-Pilot™
A large tomato grower in Central California was having issues with pumps that were being run unattended. Without someone there to watch the pumps continuously, they run into operational problems. The fleet of several dozen pumps would see intermittent cavitation, causing pump damage. Bearing failures were another issue. Frequently, debris would enter the pump suction […]
Last weekend Cornell Pump was busy shooting additional training videos for you!
We went through the build of a 6822MX Redi-Prime pump –look for expanded content to come to our YouTube channel soon. If you want to see great how-to and promotional recordings now, there are more than 40 videos up on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/cornellpumpcompany/featured . You can watch videos, subscribe, and make suggestions for additional videos there.
Tuesday Tip: External Hydraulic Balance Line Improves Performance
A feature on many Cornell clear liquid pumps, an external hydraulic balance line, allows better performance, without having to drill holes in impellers. The following copy comes from Cornell Pump’s Hydraulic Seminar Workbook—lasted updated in 2019. THE EXTERNAL HYDRAULIC BALANCE LINE To lower pressure in the stuffing box (or seal chamber) and to attempt to limit […]
Cornell Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Cornell Pump will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020 to celebrate Labor Day. We encourage everyone to have a safe and fun holiday! We will back open for business on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 7:30 a.m. PDT.
Hurry –there is still time to register for Virtual Pump School before price increases!
Included in the Cornell Virtual Pump School packet: Installation and Care workbook: shows procedures on how to properly install a pump and keep it running effectively. Pump Seminar workbook: provides formulas and explanations of pump hydraulics. Condensed Hydraulic Databook: A pocket-sized resource for calculating friction loss. Various brochures: showing in detail some of the innovations […]
Tuesday Tip: Visual Reminder of What to Calculate When Selecting a Pump
Making the right pump selection is very important; the right choice can reduce energy costs and provide decades of strong service. The wrong choice could dramatically increase operation and maintenance costs, and limit the life of the pump. This reminder of what to check comes from Cornell Pump’s Hydraulic Seminar workbook. The information is a […]