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Cornell SM Series: Slurry Tough, Series Ready, Infinitely Adjustable

November 5, 2025

When handling abrasive, high-solids slurries, you need more than a standard pump — you need a workhorse built for punishing conditions. Cornell’s SM Series slurry pumps deliver unmatched performance, durability, and serviceability for demanding applications like mine tailings, sand and gravel, and other heavy-duty slurry systems.

Cornell’s Cycloseal® Pumps Prove Their Worth in Colombian Nickel Mining

October 21, 2025

Cornell Pump’s patented Cycloseal® technology is redefining pump reliability in mining. Learn how a Colombian nickel mine achieved over 9,000 hours of flawless operation, zero downtime, and massive cost savings using Cornell’s mining pumps.

N Series Pumps: Proven Solids-Handling Performance for Industrial, Mining, Rental, and Municipal Applications

August 21, 2025

For more than seventy years, Cornell Pump Company has engineered rugged, efficient, and field-proven pumping solutions. Among its most versatile product lines, the N Series stands out as a workhorse for solids-handling applications across a broad spectrum of markets—including industrial, mining, municipal, and rental sectors.

Lowering the True Cost of Ownership in Mining Pump Applications

August 12, 2025

In mining operations, the cost of ownership goes far beyond the initial purchase price. Equipment operating in remote, high-demand environments must deliver reliable performance with minimal maintenance and downtime. Cornell mining pumps, engineered specifically for abrasive and rugged conditions, offer significant advantages over competing brands when evaluating lifetime operating costs.

Engineered to Endure: Why High Chrome White Iron Excels in Abrasive Pumping Applications

July 25, 2025

In environments where abrasion is relentless—mining, manure handling, wastewater processing, and industrial slurry applications—pump failure isn’t just inconvenient; it’s costly. That’s why material choice matters, and why Cornell’s high chrome white iron construction stands out as a superior solution.

The Crucial Role of Metallurgy in Mining: Combatting Wear and Corrosion

July 9, 2025

In the world of mining, few factors impact equipment performance and lifespan more than wear and corrosion. Pumps, in particular, face a relentless barrage of abrasive slurries and chemically aggressive fluids that can prematurely degrade internal components. That’s why metallurgy isn’t just a minor detail; it’s a decisive factor in mining pump system reliability and cost of ownership.

Come Visit Us at SME

February 27, 2023

We are open at SME at booth #2300. Come by to see mining our pumps, Co-Pilot and Pulse pump monitoring systems and more. See the

Cornell Visits Reno for AEMA Show

December 8, 2016

Join Cornell Pump at the American Exploration and Mining Association (AEMA) Show in Reno, NV. The show runs through Friday, with hours from 9: 00

Cornell History

June 2, 2015

The story of Cornell starts in 1946 when 5 people working at Pacific Pump Company decided to head out on their own. Having a complete service department, they became familiar with what most of the common pump failures were. Many motor failures came from pressure spikes during operation, overloading capacity and water related failures of the pump end motor bearings. With many parts in stock and facilities to fabricate the rest, Cornell would service any model of pump.

Mining

February 25, 2015

Mining Pumps For decades, Cornell has provided efficient, dependable, and reliable dewatering pumps that can handle tough challenges such as high head requirements, rapidly-changing water