CONCLUSION

In this book we have looked at the geometry of the progressing

cavity family of machines, which included surface pumps (PCs),
downbole pumps (DHPs), and mudmotors (DHMs). Using basic
geometry and minimum mathematics, the complexity and
mystery of the three-dimensional shapes of these machines has
been unveiled and better understood. Practical aspects, such as
troubleshooting techniques, application guidelines, and instal-
lation examples also have been included. A reader, student,
practicing engineer, or the equipment user, should find this
book a good reference for his or her work with PC surface-
mounted and downhole pumps, and mudmotors. It could also
help the reader to be able to better understand, select, and
apply these types of pumps for actual applications in chemical
and petrochemical plants, pulp and paper mills, waste treat-
ment facilities, and many other facilities. Proper application,
utilizing the capabilities and versatility of these units, as well as
appreciation of their limitations, would help improve equip-
ment reliability and life, provide a better economic evaluation,
and enable proper selection of the required unit size, speed, flow,
torque, and horsepower requirements based on real operating
conditions. Pump selection and sizing has also been presented.
Comments, suggestions, corrections, or additions are wel-
come to improve readability, enhance accuracy, and to make this
publication even more useful for the readers of future editions.
Please send your comments to:

Dr. Lev Nelik, P.E., APICS

Pumping Machinery, LLC
Atlanta, GA
TeL: 770-310-0866
DrPump@PumpingMachinery.com
www.PumpingMachinery.com