All centrifugal pumps contain rotating impellers within stationary casings. As a pump impeller spins, it exerts a centrifugal force on the liquid flowing through it and expels the liquid through the casing volute channel at a higher pressure. However, some of the liquid will recirculate back between the impeller and the casing running clearance, resulting… Read More ›
Does your pump need a lift? Nickerson Co. is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of our newest crane, a 45-ton National NTB 45 mounted on a Peterbilt 367. This crane is in addition to our existing fleet of 18, 23, 40 and 70-ton cranes. Experience has shown us that this size of crane covers… Read More ›
Pumps are manufactured in an immense variety of sizes and types and are applied in numerous fluid-handling applications. Pumps often provide service in severely corrosive or severely abrasive environments – and sometimes in both such environments simultaneously. To maximize pump life, the utilization of proper materials in pump construction is vital. Namely, the pump should… Read More ›
Accurate, precise, and well-documented balancing of centrifugal pump impellers is necessary for optimal performance, longevity, as well as proof that proper service has been completed. Proper dynamic balancing of impellers directly results in increased pump efficiency and lifespan through reducing vibration, heat, and noise. Almost all pump repair shops use outdated and imprecise static balancing… Read More ›
Nickerson Co is pleased to announce that Kyle Polatis has joined our sales team. Kyle spent several years working in pump sales for Mitchell Lewis and Staver. Having worked in both Inside Sales and as a Machinist primarily in the Agricultural market, he is experienced with many types of pumps and pump manufacturers. At Nickerson… Read More ›
Although we had a good 2018/2019 ski season for snowfall, warm and dry weather is bound to strike again. Effective snowmaking equipment and systems are necessary to ensure a successful season no matter what conditions Mother Nature decides to bring our way. Now is the time for winter resorts to begin auditing their snowmaking pumps… Read More ›
Nickerson Co. is pleased to announce the acquisition of our 5th and largest crane, a Link-Belt HTC 8670 hydraulic truck crane. This crane is rated for up to 70 tons with a main boom capable of extending to a maximum of 115’ with an operating radius of up to 110’. The Link-Belt TC 8670 is… Read More ›
Nickerson Co is excited to announce that Jeremy George has joined our sales team. Jeremy is an experienced pump sales professional that comes to us after having spent a number of years in pump sales for the C H Spencer Co. Jeremy has worked in both inside and outside sales primarily in the municipal and… Read More ›
At Nickerson, often times our clients come to us with a broken or worn down pump, concerned that they will need to buy a brand new pump for their facility. However, this is not always the case, in fact it’s quite common that their pump, while worn down or leaking, simply needs a part or… Read More ›
Whenever using large, heavy equipment, it’s paramount that operators are not only competent and experienced, but often times it’s also necessary that they are fully certified. This is especially true when using large and very heavy and technical equipment such as cranes. Nico uses cranes for installations often, however we never send a crane operator… Read More ›