Posts Tagged ‘WoodEquipmentCompany’
Aurora Centrifugal Pumps: Proven Performance You Can Rely On
When a centrifugal pump fails, the ripple effects go far beyond the pump room. Industrial plants lose production time, municipalities risk service interruptions, and commercial facilities face costly downtime that impacts tenants and operations. Choosing the right pump technology from the start is one of the most effective ways to avoid these headaches altogether. That…
Read MoreWhy Late Summer Is the Best Time to Replace or Upgrade Your Pumps
Late summer marks a turning point for facility and plant managers across industrial, commercial, and municipal operations. Production schedules begin shifting toward year end targets, seasonal demand patterns start to change, and fall maintenance planning moves to the front of everyone’s mind. For pump systems that have been running hard through the summer months, this…
Read MoreWhy Corrosive Fluids Demand a Different Kind of Pump
Not every fluid plays nice with metal. Chemicals, seawater, and other aggressive substances can eat through standard pump components in a matter of months, sometimes weeks, turning what should be a reliable piece of equipment into a constant maintenance headache. If your operation handles corrosive fluids, the pump you choose is not just a matter…
Read MoreWEC Completes Duplex Pump Station Featuring American Marsh Self Priming Pumps
Wood Equipment Company recently commissioned a duplex pump station built around a pair of American Marsh SXT 4×4-10 self priming pumps. The system was engineered to give the customer reliable, hands off operation with smart monitoring built in from day one. System Overview The station pairs two SXT self priming pumps with a duplex control…
Read MoreCavitation in Pumps: Signs, Causes, and How to Prevent It
Cavitation is one of the most destructive conditions a pump can experience, and it is also one of the most preventable when caught early. Left unaddressed, cavitation can destroy an impeller, damage seals and bearings, and lead to unplanned downtime that disrupts operations. Understanding what causes it and how to spot it early can save…
Read MoreCelebrating 250 Years of America and 75 Years of Wood Equipment Company
This Fourth of July marks something extraordinary. In 2026, our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, a milestone that only comes once in a lifetime. At Wood Equipment Company, we can’t help but reflect on our own story alongside it. For more than 75 years, our team has served commercial, industrial, and municipal markets across…
Read MoreHappy Father’s Day From Wood Equipment Company
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, and father figures out there, including the great ones on our own Wood Equipment team. Wishing you a day filled with family and rest.
Read MoreSummer Pump Maintenance: How Heat Affects Your System and What to Do About It
Summer is hard on equipment. Heat waves, increased demand, and rising water temperatures all combine to push pump systems harder than any other time of year. The good news is that most summer pump failures are preventable. A few focused checks now can keep your operation running smoothly through the hottest months and save you…
Read MoreRemembering 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 More40 Years of Dedication: Celebrating Rich Crawford at Wood Equipment Company
Some milestones deserve more than a passing mention. Today, Wood Equipment Company is proud to recognize Rich Crawford on 40 years of service, dedication, and excellence that has shaped who we are as a company. Rich joined the Wood Equipment team in May of 1986. In the decades since, he has become far more than…
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