Posts Tagged ‘#Woodequip’
Remembering the Fallen This Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, we set aside the work, step back from the day to day, and remember. At Wood Equipment Company, we are grateful for the communities we serve across rural Virginia and beyond. The water systems we help build and maintain, the people who depend on them, the operators who keep them running, none…
Read MoreCombating Rags, Wipes, and Foreign Materials in Submersible Pump Stations
Part 2: Combating Rags, Wipes, and Foreign Materials in Submersible Pump Stations The Rising Challenge of Non-Flushable Materials Flushable wipes. Hygiene products. Shop rags. Plastics. Despite years of public awareness campaigns and regulatory pressure, foreign materials continue to enter wastewater systems in significant volume. For submersible pump stations, that means a threat that behaves nothing…
Read MoreCombating Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) in Submersible Pump Stations
Part 1: Combating Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) in Submersible Pump Stations Why FOG Is One of the Biggest Pump Station Killers Fats, oils, and grease (FOG) rank among the most persistent threats to submersible pump station performance. Unlike grit or debris that settles or passes through, FOG behaves differently. It floats. It accumulates. And…
Read MoreHonoring the Trades That Keep Industry Moving: Happy National Skilled Trades Day
Every first Wednesday in May, the nation takes a moment to recognize the men and women who make our world work — the technicians, mechanics, welders, pipefitters, electricians, and skilled tradespeople of every kind who keep industries running, infrastructure sound, and communities thriving. Today is National Skilled Trades Day, and at Wood Equipment Company, it’s…
Read MoreWhen Equipment Runs True, Operations Run Better: A Look at Our Laser Alignment Work in the Field
Misalignment is one of the most overlooked causes of equipment failure — and one of the most preventable. It does not always announce itself with an obvious breakdown. Instead, it shows up quietly: a bearing that wears out faster than it should, energy bills that creep upward without explanation, vibration that slowly takes a toll…
Read MoreLive from the VRWA Annual Conference: See What We Are Showcasing at Booths 506 and 508
The VRWA Annual Conference and Trade Expo is underway here in Roanoke, Virginia, and we are thrilled to be part of it! If you are attending the conference today or tomorrow, we want to make sure you know where to find us and what we have on display. Stop by Booths 506 & 508 to…
Read MoreCome Find Us in Roanoke at the VRWA Annual Conference!
We’re excited to announce that Wood Equipment Company will be exhibiting at the Virginia Rural Water Association (VRWA) Annual Conference and Trade Expo this April in Roanoke, Virginia! Date: April 20-22, 2026 Location: Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center, Roanoke, VA Booths: 506 & 508 About the VRWA Conference The VRWA Annual Conference is one of…
Read MoreWood Equipment Co. at the VWEA Education & Innovation Seminar
Wood Equipment Co. will be on-site this week at the Virginia Water Environment Association Education & Innovation Committee Seminar, connecting with industry professionals and showcasing solutions that support evolving water and wastewater systems. Taking place at The Westin Richmond, this event brings together leaders across utilities, engineering, and environmental services to focus on the future…
Read MoreVirginia Stormwater Systems in Focus: Connecting at the VWEA Stormwater Seminar
Stormwater management is one of the most critical, and often overlooked, components of modern infrastructure. As urban development continues to expand and weather patterns become more unpredictable, the need for reliable, efficient stormwater systems has never been greater. This week, Wood Equipment Company is attending the Virginia Water Environment Association Stormwater Seminar, bringing together engineers,…
Read MoreSulzer Pumps for Mining and Aggregate Applications
Mining and aggregate operations require equipment built to perform under extreme conditions. Abrasive slurries, high solids content, and continuous operation demand pumping solutions engineered for durability, efficiency, and long-term reliability. Sulzer pumps for mining and aggregate applications are specifically designed to meet these challenges, providing dependable performance across mineral processing, slurry transport, and dewatering systems.…
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