Industrial Process Pumps: Core Conveying Equipment in Modern Production

Industrial Process Pumps: Core Conveying Equipment in Modern Production

Efficient and reliable industrial pump solutions for diverse needs in general industrial fields

In modern industrial production, process pumps act as the “heart” of systems, undertaking the critical task of conveying various media. This article introduces several common types of industrial process pumps and their applications in general industrial fields, helping you better understand these efficient and reliable conveying solutions.

Industrial Process Pump Types and Technical Parameters

Single-Stage Centrifugal Pump

Features and Applications:

  • Wear-resistant open impeller design with low axial force and open channels
  • Can handle slightly contaminated media and media containing solid particles (concentration up to 8%)
  • Optional integrated degassing system effectively removes gases from the media
Parameter Value Range
Flow Range 5-9,000 m³/h
Head Range 10-190 m
Standard Material Duplex Stainless Steel
Optional Materials 2507 Super Duplex Steel, Stainless Steel, Carbon Steel, etc.

Industrial Applications: Widely used in water supply, wastewater treatment, seawater desalination, irrigation and drainage systems, as well as in pulp and paper, mining, power, food, and chemical industries as process pumps.

Multi-Stage High-Pressure Pump

Features and Applications:

  • Specially designed for high-pressure applications with compact structure
  • Flexible nozzle position options simplify pipeline design
Parameter Value Range
Flow Range 20-1,300 m³/h
Head Range 300-1,200 m
Standard Material Duplex Stainless Steel
Optional Materials 2507 Super Duplex Steel, CA6NM, etc.

Industrial Applications: Suitable for boiler feed water, high-pressure cleaning, oilfield water injection, and industrial high-pressure processes requiring high head.

Single-Stage Overhung Pump (API610 OH2 Structure)

Features and Applications:

  • Complies with API610 OH2 standard, single-stage overhung design
  • Compact structure, easy maintenance, high reliability
  • Suitable for various industrial process applications
Parameter Value Range
Flow Range Up to 2,500 m³/h
Head Range Up to 290 m
Optional Materials Duplex Steel, Super Duplex Steel, and other custom materials

Industrial Applications: Suitable for various applications in petrochemical, refining, fertilizer, and other process industries.

Common Application Scenarios for Industrial Pumps

Production Process Flow

In complete industrial production processes, pump equipment plays an important role at various stages:

Slurry Preparation and Dosing Systems

Conveying raw material slurries and additives

Process Conveying Systems

Transferring media between various production line stages

Cooling Circulation Systems

Providing cooling tower and circulating cooling water

Wastewater Treatment Systems

Water collection, neutralization, flocculation, sedimentation, and drainage processes

High-Pressure Cleaning Systems

High-pressure cleaning of equipment and pipelines

Media Handling Capabilities

Modern industrial pumps can handle various types of media:

  • Clean water and low-viscosity liquids
  • Slightly contaminated media and media containing solid particles
  • High-concentration fiber slurries (concentration up to 8%)
  • Corrosive chemical media
  • Gas-containing liquid mixtures

Material Selection Guide

Industrial process pumps can select appropriate materials based on media characteristics:

Material Type Suitable Media Characteristics
Duplex Stainless Steel Generally corrosive media Standard configuration, balanced corrosion resistance
2507 Super Duplex Steel Highly corrosive media Enhanced corrosion and wear resistance
Stainless Steel Clean media with high hygiene requirements Commonly used in food and pharmaceutical industries
Carbon Steel Non-corrosive media Cost-effective and practical

Advantages of Industrial Pumps

Modern industrial process pumps integrate multiple advanced features:

  • High Reliability: Modular systems ensure high availability, mature components reduce failure rates
  • Energy Efficiency: Optimized hydraulic design and high-efficiency motors reduce operating costs
  • Easy Maintenance: Standardized design reduces spare parts inventory, convenient inspection
  • Smart Integration: Can be equipped with IoT interfaces for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance
  • Strong Adaptability: Capable of handling various media, including those with solid particles and fibers

Conclusion

Selecting the appropriate industrial process pump is crucial for ensuring production continuity and efficiency. Understanding the performance characteristics, application scenarios, and material selection of various pumps can help you match the most suitable pump type for specific process conditions, thereby achieving efficient, reliable, and economical production operations.

Whether for simple water supply systems or complex industrial processes, modern pump technology can provide tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of general industrial fields.