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How a Diaphragm Pump Works

How a Diaphragm Pump Works

Double diaphragm pumps operate using an oscillating positive displacement principle. The pump consists of two main fluid housings and a central air control section. Inside each housing, a flexible diaphragm is mounted vertically and connected to a shared shaft. As compressed air enters and exits the air chambers, the diaphragms move in a coordinated push pull motion.

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KSB Reports a Strong Third Quarter of 2025

11.11.2025 -

Pump and valve manufacturer KSB continued the positive trend of the first half of 2025 in the third quarter too, despite facing challenging conditions. Order intake, sales revenue and earnings before finance income / expense and income tax (EBIT), adjusted for the costs of introducing SAP S/4HANA, were up on the comparative prior-year period.

Reliable Pump Solutions for Flammable and Combustible Liquid Transfer

10.11.2025 -

Finish Thompson Inc. (FTI) highlights its advanced range of pumps engineered to address the demanding requirements of flammable and combustible liquid transfer. Drawing on decades of experience in corrosive chemical handling, FTI offers reliable, compliant pumping solutions that support safe storage, transport and processing of hazardous fluids in industrial operations.

EnigmaREACH Delivers Rapid Results to Paris Leakage Teams

06.11.2025 -

Two public utilities in the Île-de-France region of north-central France have become the first in the country to benefit from an all-in-one leakage reduction toolkit, writes Dineke Fischer, senior executive, Ovarro. The Territorial Public Establishment Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre (EPT GOSB) is the largest territory in the Greater Paris metropolitan area, comprising 24 towns and cities with a combined population of around 720,000.

Selling Industrial Pumps to a Global Market: Lessons in Adaptation and Foresight

06.11.2025 -

As global economies become more integrated, industrial manufacturers encounter both expanded possibilities and heightened challenges. Selling into a global market means far more than shipping products overseas. It requires adapting to varied industries, navigating strict regulatory landscapes, and anticipating technological shifts that will reshape demand. For companies in fluid transfer, these considerations are magnified: the applications are diverse, the compliance requirements are stringent, and the markets evolve at different speeds.

EBARA Signs Equity Transfer Agreement with Germek

05.11.2025 -

EBARA Corporation (hereinafter: EBARA) has signed an equity transfer agreement, effective October 31, 2025, with the equity holders of GEMINI GERMEK HIDROMECÂNICA LTDA. (hereinafter: Germek), a company engaged in the design, manufacturing, sales, and service of pump units for the fire fighting and agriculture sectors, mainly in Brazil. The agreement was concluded through EBARA’s Brazilian subsidiary, EBARA Bombas América do Sul Ltda. EBARA plans to acquire 100% of Germek’s equity interest around the end of January 2026, subject to the necessary procedures under relevant laws and regulations.

Robust Drive Technology for Extreme Industrial Environments

05.11.2025 -

When machines and motors need to operate at maximum performance under challenging conditions, AuCom offers drive solutions designed for such requirements. For demanding industrial applications, the company has developed the HM Series 1 kV variable frequency drives (VFDs). These drives are designed to deliver high torque at low speeds and feature a durable, compact construction.

Endress+Hauser: New Sales Office in New Zealand

05.11.2025 -

After more than 50 years of successful cooperation, Endress+Hauser is taking over the process measurement division of EMC Industrial Group Ltd in New Zealand. The new sales office was integrated into the global network on 1 November 2025. Endress+Hauser New Zealand customers will benefit from more comprehensive support and additional offerings.