FEATURE: VERDER Pump
Know your process and don’t get caught losing thousands
Not all companies will go out of their way to find the best solution for a pumping problem. “At Verder Pumps SA (VPSA) we know that all pump types have advantages and may bear some shortcomings - depending on the type of application that it is specified for,” believes VPSA Director Keith Gass.
Some companies faced with a limited capacity of pump technology and/or product(s) often make the pump “fit” the client’s needs without ensuring that the product is in fact the best solution for the application, he adds.
In addition, clients are looking to buy down in light of the present economic situation, but often overlook the additional costs of energy consumption, loss of production due to downtime, and maintenance. Life cycle costing is extremely important to retain current as well as long-term profitability.
“Upgrading to more productive pumps can be perceived to be too expensive that many operations are reluctant to undertake; however, there are times when this is absolutely necessary. For instance, if your plant is unproductive due to no spare parts stock availability, downtime costs outweighs your production intake, high energy consumption, or in some instances where maintenance bills are high often exceeding the new pump’s initial purchase price. Changing or upgrading can be avoided by correctly specifying the right pumps for any given application in the first place.”
Gass states that many a time clients are reluctant to change their pumps as they are not made fully aware of all the technology available. “More often than not “…because we have always used these pumps” does not mean the pumps are ideally suited to the application.”
Peristaltic hose pumps are ideal for pumping abrasive lime slurry in pulp and paper plants, states Gass. Peristaltic pumps are proven performers in pulp and paper plants. VPSA offers the heavy-duty Verderflex (VF) pump for abrasive slurry for these processing applications. The VF pump operates with no valves or seals in the product stream, reducing maintenance downtime resulting in profitable production. Unique hose design enables the VF pump to effortlessly pump hard-to-handle viscous, corrosive and abrasive fluids.
In addition, the VF pump allows for uninterrupted paper production by eliminating the need for seals or valves that can clog, leak or corrode to create unwanted maintenance costs and production downtime. “With the VF design, pumped material only comes into contact with the hose, leading to longer pump life. Furthermore, hose replacement is quick and easy due to a superior flange design. The VF pump life is unaffected by the highly abrasive nature of lime slurries. The combination of these features makes the VF an enduring solution for challenging pulp and paper applications such as coating, green liquor and black liquor soap, alum, latex, glue, acids and alkalis, polymer, ink, kaolin, lime slurry, and titanium dioxide, amongst others,” believes Gass.
“Need for more knowledge, maintenance issues, and technical knowledge of other pump technologies are the main reasons behind clients’ aversion to change. Once again, they could be wasting thousands of Rands on production and downtime and/or maintenance,” points out Gass.
VPSA offer consultations to discuss pumping difficulties. “At VPSA, we remain determined to provide the most efficient and cost effective solutions. Our range includes peristaltic hose pumps, air-diaphragm pumps, magnetic drive centrifugal pumps, and reciprocating diaphragm pumps.”
Verder combines product knowledge with extensive experience in the field of sales and marketing. Clients therefore receive not only products of high quality, but also quick delivery times, competitive prices, excellent service and clarity regarding liability.
For a technical consultation, please feel free to contact Keith Gass on 011 704 7500 or send an e-mail to info@verder.co.za.
Eliminate the need for seals or valves that can clog, leak or corrode to create unwanted maintenance costs and production downtime.
