Understand the Pumping Process

Superior Sanitation Services movement of liquids and slurries through production systems. Understanding different pump types, their specific applications, and how to select the right one is crucial for maintaining product integrity, maximizing operational efficiency, and meeting regulatory requirements.

Centrifugal pumps use mechanical energy to increase kinetic energy in the fluid being pumped. They are the most common type of pumps in the world. This energy is generated by a rotating impeller that creates centrifugal force. This force moves the fluid through the impeller casing, a diffuser, and into the discharge pipe at a controlled pressure.

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A strainer is a device that filters the water or other fluid before it enters the system to ensure that no solid particles are present. This helps prevent damage to the pump components.

The suction nozzle is designed to optimize flow rate, efficiency, and other performance characteristics. It is critical that the design and material of the nozzle match the chemical and physical properties of the liquid being pumped.

The NPSHa (available NPSH) is the sum of the hydraulic head from the pump and the static pressure of the system (static pressure due to gravity at the pump inlet). It is important to have a clear picture of your available NPSH to determine the best pump selection and avoid costly operational problems such as cavitation.

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