A very famous woman once said, “I love bread!” This declaration instantly went viral. Millions of people agreed: we love bread! We relate to that simple statement’s enthusiasm because our lives are made simpler and more delicious because of beloved prepared foods like bread. And cookies. And beef jerky. And chocolate, coffee, yogurt, tea, and […]
4 Top Woodworking Vacuum Questions Answered
Vacuum Hold Down for Woodworking: You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers. Woodworking is a complex and demanding industry requiring efficient and reliable equipment. Regarding vacuum systems, the most popular options are regenerative blowers, rotary dry vane pumps, and dry rotary claw pumps. This blog post will address the questions we hear most frequently. Q: How […]
Choosing the Right CNC Vacuum
When choosing a CNC vacuum, some commonly asked questions pertain to vacuum strength, durability, and which type to use for different applications. At Republic Manufacturing, we can answer those questions and also point you in the right direction when choosing which CNC vacuum is right for you! What determines which CNC vacuum is the best? […]
Relief Valves: Insurance for your Blower
We recommend using a relief valve with just about any regenerative or positive displacement blower. Why? Read below to understand how relief valves can increase the longevity of your blower. Relief Valve Purpose: Think of relief valves as insurance against your blower’s performance. They function as blower protection to prevent over-pressurization. Once a certain pressure […]
How to Wire a Three Phase Regenerative Blower
One of the most common questions our technical team receives is “How do I wire this blower?” This question is often followed by others such as: “Where is the wiring diagram?”, “Which diagram do I use?”, and “What are these two black wires?” Which wiring diagram do I use and where is the wiring diagram? […]
Motor Efficiency & Ratings Explained
AC induction motors have been around for well over 100 years. The technology at its core has remained unchanged as marginal improvements have been made. These improvements usually come in the form of motor efficiency and motor size. The chart below shows the motor efficiency improvements through the years. For each horsepower class the ratings […]
Regenerative Blower Innovation after Decades of Stagnation
Republic Manufacturing is proud to announce the first innovation for regenerative blower technology in decades, providing a cooler, longer-lasting blower. After decades of viewing all regenerative blowers as equal, Republic Manufacturing found a way to improve the product line resulting in longer bearing life and fewer failures. I sat down with Republic CEO Zach Goff […]
Vacuum Hold Down Done Right!
Optimize your Hold Down Application. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to vacuum hold down for CNC machines. The experts at Republic Manufacturing can help you select the right vacuum pump technology and size to optimize your hold down application. Optimizing the vacuum will reduce material movement or vibration which directly results […]
Essential – and Proud to be of Assistance
Because our products are used to assist many industries that are important to our daily lives, Republic has the ability to stay open during the Covid-19 Pandemic. During this time our employees follow social distancing measures, wear protective masks, and have their temperature taken before work to ensure their safety. “Coming into work during […]
The Many Uses of Regenerative Blowers in the Packaging Industry
Regenerative blowers are one of the most versatile industrial blower types within the packaging industry.