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Being a service and sales consultant for 23 years at R.C. Worst & Co. creates multiple values. Strength, a vast knowledge base, long-term relationships and certainly, a good feel for finding resolution are just some of the attributes Greg brings to this team. His familiarity with new installation development as well as repair nuances are the necessary ingredients to get the job done. Depending on Greg to have the answer or develop the solution is like depending on the sun to come up tomorrow....

OSHA Occupational Safety and Hazards Association estimates that there are 34,900 serious injury accidents occurring around forklifts every year. Around 90 deaths occur from forklifts every year in the United States. Be sure that you and your employees are forklift certified before operating this type of machinery. Employers must have in place a forklift safety program and evaluate it and operators every 3 years. Only certified operators should operate a forklift.Do a safety check on your...

Flow Sleeves for Submersible Well Pumps When is a flow sleeve required? Submersible well pump motors are designed to operate with a cooling flow of water over and around the full length of the motor. In water up to 86 degrees Fahrenheit, a flow of 0.25 feet/second for 4” motors rated 3 horsepower and higher, and 0.5 feet/second for 6” and 8” motors is required for proper cooling. If the minimum flow is not maintained, the motor can overheat. In these cases, flow sleeves, also known as flow...

It was January of 1993 when Ray became the resident engineer for R.C. Worst & Co.'s wholesale outlet in Spokane. Working closely with regional engineers on large, engineered lift, booster and treatment systems provided him the well rounded experience he needed to take over the management duties of this location in 2005. The reliable design of these complex, packaged systems keeps Ray's crew busy and considered the premier source for such products in the Inland Empire. Directing customers in...

Always wear the proper safety gear for the tool you are using.Never hold or pick up the tool by the cord.Always unplug the tool by holding the plug.Follow the manufacturers recommendations. Use a clamp or vise to free up your hands when possible.Do not wear loose clothing.Keep your footing and maintain your balance.Maintain a safe work area free of others.Never remove guards on a tool. Store tools in their boxes in a dry area. ...