Believe it or not, the pump is a truly ancient piece of technology. Industry journal Pumps & Systems highlights how the first known pump originated in Egypt around 2,000 BC. Called the shadoof, it aided in irrigation by using a crane-like apparatus to move water. Pumps have advanced a lot since then, but their basics remain the same: Using some kind of mechanical action, they move liquids, gasses, and/or slurries from one place to another. Magnetic drive pumps — such as the kinds we craft here at March Pumps — are particularly interesting since they replace several standard pieces of pump equipment with a magnetic coupling. This leads to greater endurance and longevity. Read More about Common Causes for Magnetic Drive Centrifugal Pump Failure »