Case Studies

Real-world examples of how advanced materials and engineering solutions deliver measurable results in demanding industrial applications.

Soletec works with leading pump OEMs and end-users worldwide to specify, supply, and install high-performance polymer wear components. The following case studies illustrate the engineering and economic benefits of upgrading to Vespel® CR-6100.

Technical Guide

How to Get Vespel® CR-6100 in a New Pump

All major API pump manufacturers supply Vespel® CR-6100 — but only when it is written into the specification. This guide explains how to use the API 610 generic description and why putting it in the bid spec is the only step required.

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Case Study

Repeat Failures of Boiler Feed Water Pumps

Two 1.2 MW boiler feed water pumps seized repeatedly after commissioning, ultimately costing hundreds of thousands of dollars in repairs and a permanent efficiency loss of $50,000 per year. This case study examines the root cause and what a single material upgrade would have prevented.

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Soletec stocks a wide range of Vespel® CR-6100 sizes ready for immediate shipment. Contact us with your dimensions and service conditions for a fast quote.

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