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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.

Over the years, we've identified common challenges faced by the food and beverage industry in pump selection. Today, we'll spotlight five common mistakes companies make when choosing a food-grade pump, with insights from our team that has successfully addressed various pumping challenges.

So, you've set up you brewery, now what happens when things start to go wrong.

Great job on successfully setting up your brewery! You have invested a lot of effort into acquiring your equipment and ingredients. However, as a brewer, it's important to be aware

A low-shear pump is designed to transfer fluids without causing significant damage to the physical properties of the fluid. This type of pump works by using a gentle, consistent pressure to move fluids through the system.

When doing a pump selection for a specific application, it is important to know whether the product to be pumped has a higher viscosity than water. Viscosity of fluid is defined as that property which offers resistance to flow due to internal fricti

When it comes to food grade pumps, you should know all the benefits. Do you know the warning signs of any onset pump problems and how to detect them? In our latest blog, we discuss 5 warning signs to look for and how to avoid them to ensure your pump maintains peak performance.

There are a variety of features that make a pump food grade. Some considerations for selecting a food-grade pump include:

Food and beverage pumps are critical for the hygienic transfer of delicate products. Before purchasing any pump, it is crucial to examine the characteristics and technical specifications to ensure the pump is food grade, so you can safely transfer food and beverage products without the risk of bacteria harbouring and contamination.

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

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.