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Where the people who make flow equipment meet the people who rely on it.

Tuscaloosa, AL
Joined June 2011
Big news! Gulf Energy Information has acquired Empowering Pumps & Equipment, and together we're launching Flow Systems. Same commitment to connecting industry. A bigger vision for the entire flow system. Read founder Charli Matthews Carruth's letter: empoweringpumps.com/a-new-ch…
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Proper pump intake design is essential to performance and reliability! Randal Ferman, PE, Principal at EKWESTREL ENGINEERING LLC, is leading “Principles of Pump Intake Design” at #PVIC2026. Sharing technical knowledge and tackling real industry challenges. #PumpEngineering
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What does digital transformation mean for the future of industry? A.W. Schultz, Host of the Factory of the Future Podcast, is leading a breakout session on Digital Transformation at #PVIC2026. Important conversations about technology, innovation, and the future of manufacturing.
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How can we turn data into better reliability decisions? Shon Isenhour, Owner of Eruditio LLC, is leading “The Big Data of Reliability” at #PVIC2026. We're having important conversations about using data to improve equipment performance and reliability. #Reliability #PumpIndustry
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Leadership isn't about your title. It's about your impact. Joshua Martindale, Sales Director at Load Controls, is leading the “Leadership Beyond Rank: Building Leaders at Every Level” breakout session at #PVIC2026. #Leadership #PumpIndustry
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Turning innovation into business impact! Hanna Gerbstedt, Product Line Leader, General Industrial Pumps at @Flowserve, is leading a breakout session at #PVIC2026. We're bringing industry professionals together for conversations that move our industry forward. #Innovation
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What happens when a check valve’s cracking pressure doesn’t match the application? Understanding this important specification can help engineers make better valve selection decisions. empoweringpumps.com/check-al… #ValveTechnology #Engineering @CheckAllValve
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Wipes, fibers, and debris continue to challenge wastewater pumping systems. See how Hidrostal's screw centrifugal technology addresses solids handling and pump reliability. empoweringpumps.com/hidrosta… #Wastewater #PumpIndustry
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Important conversations are happening at #PVIC2026! Industry experts from TEADIT, VSP Technologies, and ARDT are discussing data center sealing and power generation challenges. Bringing people together to share knowledge and move industry forward. #SealingTechnology #PumpIndustry
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Congratulations to @Datacor! TrackAbout has won a World Liquid Gas Association #Innovation Award for its AI-powered cylinder identification technology, helping #LPG distributors improve asset tracking, reduce losses, and protect revenue. empoweringpumps.com/datacor-…
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AI adoption is accelerating, but is it delivering results? PIPE-FLO reports that broad or advanced adoption climbed from 36% to 60% between Q1 and Q3 2026. empoweringpumps.com/pipe-flo… #AIinEngineering #EngineeringSimulation
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Traditional shaft seals aren't always the best fit. The @SEPCO Air Seal (SAS) offers a non-contact pneumatic sealing solution for wet and dry applications, especially powder and bulk solids processing. Explore the product: empoweringpumps.com/products… #SealingSolutions #Manufacturing
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Understanding NPSH is essential to preventing cavitation. Join Hydro's Bob Jennings on November 4, 2:00–3:30 PM, to explore fluid physics, NPSH calculations, and ways to reduce cavitation. Register: empoweringpumps.com/event/hy… #PumpIndustry #NPSH @HydroInc
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The Pumps & Valves Innovation Conference (PVIC) 2026 starts Monday. Not registered yet? There's still time. Register: lnkd.in/gZ_2JZQN View the agenda: lnkd.in/eDwVAgRM #PVIC26 #PumpsAndValves #FlowControl #Engineering #Houston
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A failed treatment system shouldn't derail an entire project. Temporary filtration solutions help minimize downtime, protect equipment, and keep critical milestones on track. empoweringpumps.com/how-do-t… #Filtration #WaterTreatment #PumpIndustry
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Taco is preparing for the 2028 DOE #efficiency standards with a new #manufacturing line for its 007e ECM High-Efficiency #Circulator. With production output nearly doubled, increased automation and precision are helping meet growing demand. empoweringpumps.com/taco-inv… @TacoComfort
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Thick sludge, fibrous materials, and abrasive solids demand reliable pumping. The Hayward Gordon XCS Screw Centrifugal Pump is built for tough municipal and industrial applications. Learn more: empoweringpumps.com/products… #PumpIndustry #SolidsHandling
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When consistency and reliability matter the right valve makes a difference. Check-All Valve’s engineered Sanitary Check Valves deliver dependable performance for demanding applications. checkall.com/product-categor… #SanitaryValves #FoodProcessing #Pharmaceutical
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Your variable frequency drive can handle the workload. But can it handle the environment? Dust, heat, washdowns & more. Learn how to protect VFDs in harsh conditions during our webcast with @ControlEngTips on November 11th. Register: go.yaskawa-america.com/abme8…
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Packing needs flush water. Mechanical seals need a liquid film. Dry powder offers neither. An air seal swaps the liquid for clean air above vessel pressure. Losing air mid-batch is what fouls one. What it needs to run, and when not to use one: bit.ly/4yJEpPJ
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