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Practical guidance on modeling pumps under Transient conditions. Aug 13, 2026 Trey Walters, P.E. Trey W. Walters, P.E., Datacor, Inc.(formerly Applied Flow Technology) - presented at the Proceeding of the ASME 2026 Pressure Vessels & Piping Conference PVP2026, July 19-24,2026, Anaheim California Abstract: There are two common methods of modeling centrifugal pumps during waterhammer transients. One is focused on normal pump operation in the first quadrant, and the other on abnormal pump operation in all four quadrants. The first relies on manufacturer data and is more accurate. The second relies on data derived from other pump tests and is less accurate. Both methods are described, the inaccuracies and limitations of each method are detailed, and guidance is given on which model is preferred in various potential circumstances. A new, third method is presented which involves careful extrapolation of the first method approach. Industrial case studies are presented to demonstrate each of the three methods and which is preferred. Keywords: Four-Quadrant, Method of Characteristics, Pumps, Surge, Suter Method, Transient Flow, Waterhammer Media Contact: Jinelle Cioffi (973) 822-1551

Datacor expands GMP Data solutions team. New leadership and industry experts join to deepen data enablement capabilities across pharmaceutical and GMP manufacturing markets In recent months, Datacor has brought together experienced leaders across sales, business development, and product marketing to better serve pharmaceutical and GMP manufacturers as they work to turn operational data into decisions, analytics, and release documentation. This expansion marks the beginning of a broader evolution in how Datacor serves the GMP manufacturing industry. The team will build on Datacor's established position in the life sciences and industrial laboratory space, working alongside existing partners to identify new opportunities and deliver enhanced value through advanced DataOps capabilities. "We are at an inflection point in how pharmaceutical and GMP manufacturers manage, interpret, and act on their data," said Rohit Samarth, General Manager. "This team brings the depth of industry experience and the strategic focus needed to help our customers move from data collection to real operational insight." Meet the team. Rohit Samarth | General Manager, Enterprise Solutions Based in New Jersey, Rohit brings extensive experience in strategy and business development across manufacturing software. Having led multiple teams within Datacor and contributed meaningfully to the company's growth and service expansion, Rohit is well-positioned to guide this initiative. In this role, he works closely with the Informetric team to identify actionable insight opportunities and shape a roadmap that meets the evolving needs of GMP customers. John Melia | Vice President of Sales John joins Datacor from Boston, bringing a distinguished career in life sciences technology that spans AI-powered validation tools, healthcare platforms, and end-user pharmaceutical technology. His command of the GMP landscape is both broad and deep - from the laboratory bench to enterprise-level manufacturing operations. John understands the pressures facing regulated manufacturers and the transformative role that well-implemented data systems can play. His arrival adds significant commercial depth and strategic credibility to the team. Kate McClintock | Vice President of Sales, GMP Data Enablement Kate remains a cornerstone of the team, continuing in her role as the organization's primary expert in data enablement and transformation. With several years of leadership in this space, Kate has built trusted relationships across the industry and guided customers through complex data initiatives. Her institutional knowledge and forward-looking perspective are central to the team's direction. Nick Gravante | Account Executive Nick continues with the team as an Account Executive, bringing a depth of industry knowledge and a network of relationships that few can match. With a foundation in software engineering, he brings a technical fluency that sharpens how he engages with customers and identifies meaningful opportunities. His commitment to customers and his ability to connect the right solutions to the right problems make him an essential voice as the team evolves and looks toward future growth. Dan Serrano | Account Executive Dan brings deep industry knowledge in the pharmaceutical realm, with prior experience in AI-assisted digital validation platforms. He has partnered with large GMP manufacturing organizations to identify process gaps and design solutions that improve compliance, efficiency, and data integrity. Dan's hands-on industry background equips him to have substantive conversations with customers about where technology can make the greatest difference. Julie Bedsole | Product Marketing Manager Julie has been part of the Datacor family through a period of accelerated growth, developing a strong command of manufacturing systems, go-to-market processes, and the communication strategies that connect technology to customer need. In this role, she hopes to bring clarity and consistency to how the team's value proposition reaches the market. Matt Koppe | Business Development Representative Matt is a long-time Datacor Business Development Representative focused on building industry relationships. His experience across a wide range of manufacturing environments has sharpened his ability to ask the right questions - to understand where a customer's operations face challenges and what systems can realistically accelerate their ROI. Matt brings credibility and curiosity to every customer conversation.