OEM Parts Overview
Don't be fooled by look-a-likes. At first glance most pump parts tend to look the same, but when you take a closer look and compare -- the difference is distinctly clear. Just compare the impellers below, one is a genuine Goulds part ... the other, a non-OEM copy.
Still not convinced? Before you buy non-OEM parts, ask yourself these questions.
- Do the parts incorporate the latest design change in pressures or capacity or refinements made to improve pump operating efficiency, long life and safe operation?
- Does the supplier offer total service by providing low volume as well as high volume replacement parts?
- Does the supplier stock all of your part needs and can they ship within 24 hours?
- Does the supplier offer a computerized system of recommended parts for new pump purchases that allows you to reduce inventory and lower costs based on your existing stores and pump population?
- Does the supplier offer a choice of metallurgies for different applications?
- Is the metallurgy truly the same as OEM parts?
- Does the supplier have a stringent quality control program that assures uniform quality of each and every part? Including impeller and rotor balancing up to ISO G.1.0 capability?
- Does the supplier have an on-going research and development program which provides continuing improvements in design, materials and construction?
- Are the parts made from original engineering drawings or are they imprecise copies?
- Does the supplier accept responsibility for the exacting tolerances that maintain the precise fits required to insure a pump's original high efficiency and long life?
- Is the person interested only in selling parts or do they offer application expertise that can help solve pump problems?
- Will use of the parts effect the manufacturer's pump warranty and increase product liability?
