Stuffing box. A recess to receive the packing around piston rods, plungers and valve stems.
Submerged pump. A pump which works under water.
Stub-End.
Strainer.
“Sucking wind.” A leakage of air into the suction part of a pump.
Supplemental piston. The piston which operates the main valve in the steam pump.
Swing check valve. One which swings upon a pivot or hinge in opening and closing.