This company offers three hardened-material options for high-wear, stationary components on its abrasive liquid pumps. The new options include Vitek[R]-hardened cast iron, Austempered Ductile Iron and Tungsten Carbide-Coated Cast Iron. With these new materials, Viking has been able to extend the service life of its abrasive liquid pumps by more than 50%, even on highly abrasive liquids. Call 319/266.1741 or e-mail info.viking@idexcorp.com.