ABSTRACT
Base plate-The foundation under a pump. It usually extends far enough to support the drive unit. The base plate is often referred to as the pump frame.
Bearings-Devices used to reduce friction and to allow the shaft to rotate easily. Bearings may be sleeve, roller, or ball. Inboard bearing-In a single-suction pump, it is the bearing farthest from
the coupling. Outboard bearing-In a single-suction pump, it is the bearing nearest the
coupling. Radial (line) bearing-In a single-suction pump, it is the bearing closest
to the pump. It rides free in its own section and takes up and down stresses.
