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In the winemaking industry, selecting the right pumps is essential for smooth operations. Wineries traditionally invest significantly in acquiring new pumps tailored to their specific needs. However, the substantial cost of new pumps has led many wineries to reconsider their approach, turning towards spare parts as a practical alternative.

Air-operated diaphragm pumps are known in the industry to be low maintenance and an easy to operate pump option. However, experienced pump operators understand the importance of getting clean and dry air into their pumps to avoid a common problem: freezing. Built up ice can block your pumps exhaust system which results in slowing or even stopping production, thus increasing downtime.

Vintage season is the busiest time of year, so it is important to understand your pump and any problems that may occur.

You’ve selected an air operated diaphragm pump because of its ideal flow rate, pressure, and durability. But there’s one problem… you need to install it upside down. This may be due to space requirements, but don't worry! There is a solution, spring loaded diaphragm pumps!

Vintage season is fast approaching, and here at Global Pumps we want to help you be prepared as possible. We understand the importance of delicate handling and gentle transfer required during vintage. We offer an extensive range of high-quality food grade pumps perfect for wineries, boutique winemakers, distilleries, and breweries.

 The Global Pumps team have worked with chemical manufacturers for over forty-years, providing safe and reliable pumping solutions. One of the most crucial considerations when handling chemicals, is ensuring safety measures are met. Particularly when it comes to flammable liquids.

Air operated diaphragm pumps are tremendously flexible and easy to install. However, like any pump, they do have their technical limits when handling air or liquid pressure, which are defined precisely by the manufacturer for your model. But what sort of air pressure range do diaphragm pumps typically use?

The water and wastewater industry demands reliability, durability and tough construction to ensure pumps and equipment withstand the arduous nature of the environment. Most importantly, these wastewater pumps are required to handle solids of all sizes. 

Food processing pumps are critical in the hygienic transfer of delicate, delicious products in food production applications. There are a wide variety of food processing pumps available, which can make the selection difficult.

Laboratory pumps demand precise dosing, metering or the safe transfer of liquids, as well as a gentle pumping action. Given the nature of the products being pumped, the pump's characteristics are critical to ensure the integrity of the delicate product.