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As a maintenance manager responsible for a plant full of equipment and machinery, you know the importance of keeping everything running smoothly to maintain your production schedule and minimize downtime. After all, production interruptions lead to lost revenue and should be avoided whenever possible. 

Leaders from many industries choose air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps for the safe and effective handling of almost any viscous fluid.

Performing in the most challenging applications, AODD pumps deliver unique benefits unrivaled by other pump technologies.

Air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps are an investment. And, like any investment, you may be wondering how to justify the expense. 

While the majority of businesses became idle immediately after the COVID-19 pandemic hit, most air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pump manufacturers were deemed essential businesses and were requested to stay open. 

Air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps are critical pieces of mining equipment and are deployed in various mine locations around the globe. From coal mining to hard rock, AODD pumps are used in a wide range of applications to keep mining processes productive and safe.  

At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may recall a Versamatic customer, The Old Pogue Distillery, that quickly converted its bourbon-making efforts to producing an alcohol antiseptic 80% topical solution hand sanitizer for COVID-19 relief efforts. The Old Pogue Distillery used a Versamatic pump to transfer high-proof alcohol between tanks and into high-density polyethylene (HDPE) containers, including buckets and spray bottles. In order to comply with FDA regulations, they started to use a Versamatic 1” (25mm) FDA Stainless Steel air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pump.

If you’re a plant manager or buyer, there are many reasons to purchase an air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pump.

These diaphragm pumps are known for versatility and reliability, handling the harshest fluids and performing in the most challenging environments. As if this isn’t enough, they also have a low initial purchase price and operate efficiently. In fact, in addition to being able to handle just about any pumping job at a great price point, AODD pumps require little maintenance and few repairs.

Still, when making a purchasing decision, you'll need to consider both the short-term and long-term expenses to determine the true life cycle cost of a diaphragm pump. Here's what you should consider to figure out that cost.

The safety of a company’s employees and customers is the foundation of any successful business. In fact, many companies emphasize the importance of workplace safety in employee performance goals each year.

Chemical transfer can refer to a lot of things. That's because when you talk about "chemicals," you can be referring to everything from household staples, like hydrogen peroxide and calcium chloride, to toxic substances, like arsenic and formaldehyde.

While usually known for its bourbon production, The Old Pogue Distillery in Maysville, Kentucky has joined the fight to combat COVID-19. This distillery has successfully converted its facility to produce alcohol antiseptic 80% topical solution hand sanitizer.