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For systems that are used in a seasonal application or as a standby system, proper precautions must be taken to preserve the life of your pump/pumping system when subjected to extended storage. To ensure optimum system performance, use the following guidelines.

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Fluid Transfer Pump Systems
Fluid transfer pump systems are used in processing, water purification and desalination, or liquid handling applications.
Jet Pumps
Jet pumps are typically used for drawing water up from a well. These pumps can be used for either shallow or deep well configurations. 
Condensate Pumps
Condensate pumps are used to collect and transport condensate back into a steam system for reheating and reuse, or to remove unwanted condensate from an HVAC or appliance collection pan.
Injection Pumps
Injection pumps are designed to inject measured amounts of fluid into a reservoir or production system.
Piston Pumps and Plunger Pumps
Piston pumps and plunger pumps are reciprocating positive displacement pumps that use a plunger or piston to move media through a cylindrical chamber.

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