CASE STUDY:

Ammonia Nitrate

Description
Pump: Waukesha Cherry-Burrell Brand – Universal 1 Series Industry: Chemical – Ammonia Nitrate Processing Application: Ammonia Nitrate at 80°C, typically between 150,000 and 200,000 cps. Product crystallization occurs at 60°C.

Challenge
Previously installed Progressive Cavity (PC) pumps experienced excessive wear from the crystalized product and required frequent shut-downs for repair. The wear problems with the PC pumps created lost production time that created a significant cost of ownership increase that was dissatisfying to the customer.

Solution
The gentle handling of the product by the External Circumferential Piston (“ECP”) style rotors of the Universal Series pumps allowed for the processing of the crystallized product without wear in the pump. The pump’s cleanable design was also a critical benefit to the customer and helped ensure that no residue was left in the pump between production runs. An added feature of the Universal Series pumps was reduced floor space; the PD pumps occupied significantly less space compared to the PC pumps. The successful performance of the Universal Series pump has led the customer to install multiple Universal Series pumps since the first pump was installed in 2005.

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“LPE has been a reliable partner for many years. They have the ability to support our business through their vast inventory of replacement pumps, repair components, and their service & repair center in Kaukauna, WI. LPE has offered proactive support by carrying safety stock of complete pumps at their facility to support our specific production needs.”

Operations Manager – Food Processing Facility

“We have a great relationship with LPE as they provide exceptional technical expertise for sizing and specifying pumps and valves for our process equipment needs. LPE’s customer service and response time on quotes is industry leading.”

Process Engineer – Beverage Production Company

“LPE will put in the time and effort up front to fully comprehend complex processes, resulting in a system that meets, and frequently surpasses expectations.”

Head of Procurement – Chocolate Production Company

“The LPE Team has a great understanding of fluids-based process equipment. They are a valuable resource in the design and development of the solutions we offer our customers. The LPE Team helps us to design and build better solutions for our customers.”

Design Engineer – Process Equipment Integrator

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