Keep Building Your Pump Expertise Thank you to everyone who joined our November Wednesday Webinar! Hydro’s Webinar Series is designed to help pump users enhance equipment availability, extend Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and reduce repair costs. Mike's insights on vibration provided a solid foundation—but you can take your knowledge even further through Hydro University’s specialized courses: 📘 Generic Failure Modes - Horizontal Pump Configuration (3120) - https://lnkd.in/giW9id9P 📘 Pump Fundamentals (3110) - https://lnkd.in/gq2a2H3P 📚We also have a case study that is a great example of turning a pump problem into measurable results, you can read that here: https://lnkd.in/g3x_r9XH Want to take it a step further? Gain better insight into bearing health with Centaur condition monitoring—a data-driven solution for proactive maintenance and improved reliability. If you’re pursuing professional growth or looking to bring training to your team, Hydro University offers corporate partnership programs tailored to your goals. Contact us at hydrouniversity@hydroinc.com to learn more. #PumpTraining #HydroUniversity #ConditionMonitoring #Reliability #ProfessionalDevelopment
Hydro, Inc.
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Chicago, IL 13,084 followers
Engineering Pumps for Better Performance and Longer Life
About us
Our mission is to work hand-in-hand with our valued customers to optimize the performance and reliability of their pumping systems by evaluating and understanding root causes of pump degradation or failure and by providing unbiased engineering analysis, quality workmanship, and responsive field service for improved plant operation. Each of the Hydro companies initially started as a small business with a core group of dedicated individuals, working closely together to successfully build the business. These initial experiences encourage close working relationships because the strength of the team depends on the commitment of each individual. As we have continued to grow, we have made a special effort to retain our "family" culture. We recognize the importance that each individual plays in our day-to-day achievements as well as in our long-term growth. We value loyalty and commitment and these qualities play an important role in our philosophy and culture.
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http://www.hydroinc.com
External link for Hydro, Inc.
- Industry
- Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Pump Repair, Testing Capabilities, Quality Repair, Field Services, Engineered Upgrades, Engineering Services, Engineered Replacement Parts, Certified Pump Testing, and Pump Performance
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Unexpected pump failures? Missed warning signs? You’re not alone—many facilities struggle without real-time insight. Centaur changes the game: ✔ Alerts before failure ✔ Data you can act on ✔ Better decisions, less downtime Hydro has your back. #HydroInc #Centaur #ConditionMonitoring #ReliabilityEngineering #PredictiveMaintenance
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Missed our latest webinar on Discharge Recirculation? Watch it on demand — FREE for a limited time only! 🛠️ Instructor Mike Mancini discusses Pump Discharge Recirculation, its effects on pump performance, and best practices for improving efficiency and reliability. 🎬 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/gRbQJEay • • • #WednesdayWebinar #Webinar #OnDemand #DischargeRecirculation #BEP #RotatingEquipment#Hydro #HydroInc #Engineering #PumpMaintenance #Reliability#ConditionMonitoring #PredictiveMaintenance #PlantReliability#MechanicalEngineering #WaterIndustry #AssetManagement#IndustrialMaintenance #PumpSolutions #RotatingMachinery#IndustrialEquipment #EnergyEfficiency
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New Case Study Just Released! Pressure data can reveal more than you think—especially when combined with vibration insights. In our latest Centaur case study, discover how real-time pressure monitoring exposed hidden hydraulic issues, optimized maintenance schedules, and improved overall pump reliability. See how operators are using Centaur’s intelligent monitoring to turn data into faster, smarter decisions that keep their equipment performing at its best. 🔗 Read the full blog post now: https://lnkd.in/dTut4frw #PumpReliability #ConditionMonitoring #PredictiveMaintenance #IndustrialIoT #HydroInc #Centaur
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Free Wednesday Webinar: Discharge Recirculation 📅 November 5 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM CST 💻 Online & Free to Attend Join us for our November webinar, where instructor Mike Mancini discusses Discharge Recirculation, its effects on pump performance, and best practices for improving efficiency and reliability. 🔗 Reserve your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gEkNrCsb #Engineering #Webinar #DischargeRecirculation #Cavitation #Hydro #PumpingSystems
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Keep Building Your Pump Expertise Thank you to everyone who joined Wednesday’s webinar! Hydro’s Webinar Series is designed to help pump users enhance equipment availability, extend Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and reduce repair costs. Glen’s insights on vibration provided a solid foundation—but you can take your knowledge even further through Hydro University’s specialized courses: 📘 Vibration Fundamentals (3170) - https://lnkd.in/giU8chWP 📘 Rolling Element Bearings (2140) - https://lnkd.in/gZcCaqiz 📘 Journal Bearings (2145) - https://lnkd.in/gt338gdM 📘 White Metal (Babbit) Bearings (7150) - https://lnkd.in/gbWWJQiU 📘 Introduction to Vibration Concepts (7090) - https://lnkd.in/gB4jEpYH Want to take it a step further? Gain better insight into bearing health with Centaur condition monitoring—a data-driven solution for proactive maintenance and improved reliability. If you’re pursuing professional growth or looking to bring training to your team, Hydro University offers corporate partnership programs tailored to your goals. Contact us at hydrouniversity@hydroinc.com to learn more. #PumpTraining #HydroUniversity #ConditionMonitoring #Reliability #ProfessionalDevelopment
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"Same pump type, same environment, same operating point. So why the difference?" Even “identical” pumps can behave completely differently — and that’s where the real detective work begins. Hydro's Director of Condition Monitoring, Ares Panagoulias, points out two BB3 style pumps running under the same conditions told two very different stories. Condition monitoring helps us uncover why — from hydraulic balance to bearing preload — and keep systems running at their best. #Hydro #PumpReliability #ConditionMonitoring #RotatingEquipment #ReliabilityEngineering
Director of Condition Monitoring at Hydro, Inc. with expertise in centrifugal pumps, predictive maintenance, and condition monitoring.
Two BB3 pumps share the same duty, same process, and reportedly the same load. Yet the mechanical behavior tells a very different story. At the PIBV location, one unit shows low and stable vibration amplitude. The other shows highly cyclical behavior with plant loading and dominant vane pass excitation. Same pump type, same environment, same operating point. So why the difference? That’s the question that condition monitoring helps us ask and answer. Differences in hydraulic balance, wear ring clearance, alignment, or bearing preload can all drive unique responses even among “identical” machines. When the data shows two “sister” pumps acting nothing alike, that’s where the real diagnostic work begins. #Hydro #Centaur #ConditionMonitoring #VibrationAnalysis #RotatingEquipment #Reliability #Pumps
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From data to decision—make every moment count. Centaur transforms raw machine data into actionable insight. Its sensors deliver real-time information to Hydro’s analytics platform, where dashboards and alarm strategies help your team focus on what matters most—maximizing uptime and reducing life-cycle costs. See how continuous monitoring turns into measurable reliability. Don’t just monitor—master reliability. Learn more: www.hydroinc.com #HydroInc #ReliabilityEngineering #AssetHealth #IIoT #RotatingEquipment #SmartMaintenance
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Today at the RATS MRO Technical Conference! Hydro is proud to participate in this year’s event with Workshop #5: Resonance, where we’ll explore real-world vibration and resonance analysis, led by our very own expert Kyle Bowlin. We’re talking: • Real-world field testing and diagnosis • Structural & acoustic resonance insights • Methodologies for identifying & resolving issues • Case study in the oil & gas industry 📍 Location: Dow Centennial Centre, 8700 84 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB 🕐 Time: Tuesday, Oct 21 | 1:00–5:00 PM 👉 Let’s get reliability right — https://lnkd.in/epPxJxp9 #HydroInc #Reliability #VibrationAnalysis #Engineering #Maintenance #MRO #PumpingSolutions #RotatingEquipment #RATSconference
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With Centaur, Hydro’s wireless condition monitoring system, your team stays connected 24/7. Get real-time insights on vibration, temperature, and performance trends—so you can spot early warning signs, plan maintenance, and make smarter decisions with ease. One platform. Clear alerts. Confident reliability. 💡 Contact Hydro today for a demo or free trial! 🔗 hydroinc.com/centaur-iiot/ #HydroInc #ConditionMonitoring #PredictiveMaintenance #SmartMaintenance #ReliabilityEngineering
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