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Adhesive buildup can be a headache for your operators, leading to costly downtime and repairs and keeping you from meeting your strict production schedule. Read our blog to learn how Wilden® Chem-Fuse™ Diaphragms inside Wilden AODD Pumps can help you drastically reduce the risk of adhesive buildup, reduce operational costs and create a more reliable production process.

With energy costs increasing, how can you help ensure your operation optimizes AODD pump air consumption? Read this blog to learn how Wilden® AODD pumps equipped with the Pro-Flo® SHIFT ADS can reduce air consumption by up to 60% while creating flow rates that can be 34% greater than those of other pump models.

Costly downtime and pump failure due to sticky cornstarch glue product transfer can cause headaches for corrugated-box manufacturers looking to stay on track with strict production times. Read this blog to unbox how Wilden® Clamped and Bolted Metal AODD Pumps and Blackmer® G Series Internal Gear Pumps can help operators get unstuck and keep their operations running smoothly.

One of the main concerns for mining operations is the ever-present threat of safety risks that jeopardize the well-being of personnel, the integrity of surrounding communities, and the health of the environment. Faced with pumping challenges and potential risks, operators are turning to efficient, reliable and safe AODD pump technology. Read more to learn how various Wilden AODD pumps excel in mining applications.

As a manufacturer, you depend on your air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps to help you get the job done right, which means having the most efficient and reliable product transfer possible. But your AODD pump’s ability to perform to your desired performance depends heavily on one indispensable resource — compressed air.

The truth of the matter is that without adhesives, hundreds of processes around the world would stop operating properly. From packaging and automotive to electronics and construction, adhesives are the glue keeping a multitude of industries intact — and the world from falling apart.

With so many diaphragm options, choosing the right one for your specific application can be challenging. Fortunately, Wilden makes it simple. Read this blog to learn the advantages of the three primary diaphragm materials and what to consider when selecting the right diaphragm for your AODD pump.

Wilden combines elegant simplicity with reliable performance to offer a comprehensive line of small AODD pumps — a compact and efficient solution for small-dosing applications. Read this blog to learn how Wilden small AODD pumping technology, available in sizes from 6 mm (¼”) to 25 mm (1”), offers the extreme flexibility and dependability required in demanding small-dosing applications.

Critical applications in potentially explosive atmospheres require AODD pumping technology that offers a higher degree of protection. That’s why ATEX compliance is essential. Read this blog to learn what ATEX means and how the Wilden groundable, ATEX-compliant, 25 mm (1″) ProFlo® Saniflo™ FDA Series Clamped Metal AODD Pump offers operators the confidence of reliability and the peace of mind of safety.

Backed by a commitment to excellence and adherence to the highest quality standards, Wilden continues to be the global leader in AODD pumping technology. In this blog, we take a closer look at the high-quality standards and certifications that demonstrate our promise to provide our customers with simple, efficient and reliable #pumps and unparalleled excellence.

Wilden Chem-Fuse Integral Piston Diaphragms manufactured inf Saniflex™ (Hytrel®) are becoming the new standard for AODD pump diaphragms because it outperforms Buna-N in industrial applications in terms of abrasions resistance, leak prevention and overall durability. Read this blog to learn more.

In 1955, Wilden® invented air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) technology to improve pump performance in critical applications. With the following guide on properly installing AODD pumps, Wilden continues its reputation of providing innovative AODD technology and offering superior customer service and the knowledge needed to help operators ensure their pumps operate the way they were designed to – simply, reliably and efficiently. Read the guide.

Mining may seem like a rough-and-tumble operation that relies on digging holes with heavy machinery and explosives, but these operations actually depend on complex and intricate fluid-handling applications that require precise pumping technology. When it comes to mining operations, there is no other pumping technology that can reliably, efficiently and safely tackle the many obstacles of liquid-handling applications than Wilden air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps. Read this blog to learn more.

Food and beverage operations are responsible for ensuring products are safe for human consumption. However, these operations are faced with numerous challenges, including product recalls and loss from contamination, labor shortages and an ever-increasing demand for sustainable operations. In this blog, we explore what makes the energy-efficient and simple to operate Wilden® Saniflo™ Hygienic™ Series Pump the solution to these unique challenges.

Corrugated boxes are essential for delivering packages across the world. However, the sturdiness of these corrugated boxes depends heavily on adhesive glue. This glue's thick and sticky nature can cause multiple problems for pumps, including internal damage and leaks that can lead to loss of product, costly cleanup and increased safety risks. Read this blog to learn how Wilden pump technology provides the ideal solution for challenging glue applications!

With the sustainable-manufacturing movement in full swing, adopting reliable, energy-efficient pumping technology, like the Wilden® Pro-Flo® SHIFT Air Distribution System (ADS), can help your operation reduce energy consumption, optimize operational costs and be eligible to receive monetary refunds from energy suppliers.

When Dunn-Edwards, the nation’s largest architectural paints and coatings manufacturer, began experiencing a shortened diaphragm lifespan in its AODD pumps that were tasked with handling latex, they switched to Wilden Chem-Fuse Integral Piston Diaphragm (IPD) models. What were the results? Read this blog post to find out.