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News Release from: Flux Pumps International (UK) | Subject: AtEx 100a-approved pumps
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 09 August 2002
Directive on pumps is approaching fast
Pumping solutions compliant with the AtEx 100a (94/9/EC) Directive have been introduced in advance of the fast approaching deadline for compliance with the Directive.
Underlining its commitment to staying abreast of its customers' needs, Flux Pumps announces an expanded range of pumping solutions compliant with the AtEx 100a (94/9/EC) Directive Because the deadline for compliance with the Directive is fast approaching, AtEx 100a approval is now a major factor in the purchasing decision
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 21 Jan 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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For the most economical delivery, the lightweight F 425S safety pump is designed to achieve 99.98 percent drainage of barrels and containers to minimise disposal costs and wastage of high-value liquids.
It features delivery rate up to 110 litres/minute and delivery head up to 10 metres, handling viscosities up to 900mPas.
Sealless, and with no O-rings in the liquid section, the F 424 pump is a maintenance-free solution for handling abrasive and aggressive media.
The pump is designed for safe dry running and complete self-draining.
Delivery rates are up to 220 litres/minute, delivery head is up to 20 metres, and viscosity range is up to 900mPas.
The F 427 features fast stripdown for cleaning or sterilisation ideal for processing a variety of liquids or colours, and quick-drying or film-forming liquids.
Wear-resistant seals and bearings and quick action pump/motor couplings also help to ensure maximum uptime.
Manufactured from stainless steel, PTFE or ETFE, the 427 can be specified for a wide variety of fluids.
Maximum delivery rate is 220 litres/minute with a maximum 12 metres delivery head and viscosities to 700mPas.
The F 430 features a mechanical seal and temperature class T4 to handle a variety of media including high flammability liquids.
Shaft support bearings isolated from the liquid and proven seal design extend life.
The F 430 also leaves virtually no residue, and is ideal for handling media such as paints, adhesives and materials which tend to crystallise or harden.
Maximum delivery rate is 220 litres/minute, with a maximum 28 metres head and viscosities to 900mPas.
Ratings are based on mating the pumps with the Type 460 Ex pump motor, believed to be the first for barrel pumps to be AtEx 100a-approved.
Flux can also supply compliant versions of its F 550 general-purpose range and F 560 hygienic range of progressive cavity pumps, providing a versatile solution for handling medium- to high-viscosity (up to 80 000mPas) and fragile media with flowrates up to 50 litres/minute and excellent price/performance for fine chemicals, pharmaceutical and petrochemical applications.
To complete its pumping solutions, Flux also offers an AtEx 100a-compliant version of its high-precision FMC flowmeter, which can also double as a batch controller.
Total solutions are offered with full application and service support ensuring years of troublefree service.
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