CASE STUDY:

Aloe Vera Gel

Challenge

The customer originally installed an air operated diaphragm pump, but found it did not provide consistent aeration of the product due to high product shear across suction and discharge valves.

Solution

The tight tolerances and gentle product handling of the Universal Series pump (model U1-030) outperformed the diaphragm pumps and produced the desired aerated product in a production environment.

Result

Two main advantages of the Universal Series pump led to its selection: The external circumferential piston (“ECP”) style rotors were able to scoop the gel without damaging the encapsulated bubbles The process required daily cleaning and the pump’s economical single O-ring shaft seals provided a significant cost benefit over the more expensive mechanical seals offered on competitor pumps The customer was so satisfied with the performance of the pump that they purchased an additional 10 units and their first Universal Series pump has been in the plant for years with no operational problems and minimal maintenance.

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“LPE has been a reliable partner for many years. They have the ability to support our business through their vast inventory of replacement pumps, repair components, and their service & repair center in Kaukauna, WI. LPE has offered proactive support by carrying safety stock of complete pumps at their facility to support our specific production needs.”

Operations Manager – Food Processing Facility

“We have a great relationship with LPE as they provide exceptional technical expertise for sizing and specifying pumps and valves for our process equipment needs. LPE’s customer service and response time on quotes is industry leading.”

Process Engineer – Beverage Production Company

“LPE will put in the time and effort up front to fully comprehend complex processes, resulting in a system that meets, and frequently surpasses expectations.”

Head of Procurement – Chocolate Production Company

“The LPE Team has a great understanding of fluids-based process equipment. They are a valuable resource in the design and development of the solutions we offer our customers. The LPE Team helps us to design and build better solutions for our customers.”

Design Engineer – Process Equipment Integrator

“LPE has been a reliable partner for many years. They have the ability to support our business through their vast inventory of replacement pumps, repair components, and their service & repair center in Kaukauna, WI. LPE has offered proactive support by carrying safety stock of complete pumps at their facility to support our specific production needs.”

Operations Manager – Food Processing Facility

“We have a great relationship with LPE as they provide exceptional technical expertise for sizing and specifying pumps and valves for our process equipment needs. LPE’s customer service and response time on quotes is industry leading.”

Process Engineer – Beverage Production Company

“LPE will put in the time and effort up front to fully comprehend complex processes, resulting in a system that meets, and frequently surpasses expectations.”

Head of Procurement – Chocolate Production Company

“The LPE Team has a great understanding of fluids-based process equipment. They are a valuable resource in the design and development of the solutions we offer our customers. The LPE Team helps us to design and build better solutions for our customers.”

Design Engineer – Process Equipment Integrator

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