Discover Habermann Aurum Pumpen’s cutting-edge slurry pump solutions designed for the mining and tunnel construction industries, showcased at MinExpo 2024 in Las Vegas.
Introduction to Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH
Founded in 1927, Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH has its roots deeply embedded in Germany’s Ruhr area, one of the world’s foremost mining regions. With nearly a century of expertise, the company has developed an extensive range of durable pumping solutions, tailored specifically to meet the rigorous demands of the mining and tunneling industries.
The Challenges of Mining and Tunneling Environments
Continuous Operation Under Harsh Conditions
In the mining and tunneling sectors, pumps are subjected to extreme conditions that accelerate wear and tear on mechanical components. Slurry pumps, in particular, face unique challenges, including the need to handle abrasive slurries with large, coarse-grained solids. This results in significant wear on internal components, which can compromise the pump’s performance and longevity.
Corrosive Materials in Mining
In addition to the abrasive nature of the slurries, the mining process often involves corrosive ores and chemicals. These substances can deteriorate pump materials over time, making it essential for pumps to be constructed from highly resistant materials to ensure longevity and reliability.
Habermann Aurum Pumpen’s Robust Slurry Pump Solutions
KBKT-Series Centrifugal Pumps: Engineered for Durability
Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH addresses the challenges of mining and tunneling with their KBKT-series centrifugal pumps. These heavy-duty pumps are constructed from highly wear-resistant high-chrome steel, capable of handling a wide range of solid sizes, from fine grains to coarse particles up to 250 mm.
Key Features of the KBKT-Series Pumps:
- High Wall Thickness: Ensures durability of impellers, housings, and wear plates.
- Wide Solid Handling Capacity: Capable of managing particles up to 250 mm in size.
- Enhanced Performance: Designed for reliable and efficient operation in abrasive conditions.
Importance of Maintaining Minimum Flow Velocity
A critical factor in slurry transport is maintaining a minimum flow velocity to prevent sedimentation. This velocity is determined by the settling rate of the solids, which depends on various factors, including mineral weight, grain size, and transport concentration. For optimal performance, it is crucial to ensure that the maximum grain size does not exceed half the pipe diameter.
Chemical Processing in Mining: The Role of HPK-Series Pumps
In mining operations, chemical processing involves handling various reagents and chemical slurries used in mineral extraction. Pumps in these environments must resist chemical corrosion while managing a wide range of fluid viscosities and densities.
HPK-Series Pumps: Designed for Chemical Resistance
The HPK-series pumps from Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH are specifically designed for chemical processing applications. Featuring elastic linings, these pumps offer exceptional resistance to chemical corrosion, ensuring long-lasting performance in harsh environments.
Reliable Pumping Solutions for Tunnel Construction and Microtunneling
Compact and Durable Pump Designs
In underground infrastructure projects, such as tunnel construction and microtunneling, reliable pumping equipment is essential. Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH offers the KB- and NPW-series pumps, which are engineered to deliver exceptional performance in these challenging applications.
Features of KB- and NPW-Series Pumps:
- Compact Design: Ideal for confined installation conditions in microtunneling and pipe jacking.
- Highly Wear-Resistant Materials: Ensures durability in abrasive environments.
- Versatile Shaft Seals: Equipped with either an expeller or the self-developed HGD mechanical seal.
Tailored Solutions for Microtunneling and Pipe Jacking
The KB- and NPW-series pumps are available in tunnel versions for microtunneling applications where space is limited and in shaft versions for feed or booster operations from the shaft to the separation plant. The shaft versions are particularly suited for larger pipe jacking dimensions, offering adjustable discharge nozzle settings for flexible operation.
High-Performance Separation Plants: Ensuring Optimal Performance
A high-performance separation plant is vital for processing bentonite slurry mixed with sand and solids, which is crucial for maintaining high pipe jacking performance in construction sites for traffic and supply tunnels. The fine and coarse-grained soil components in the pumping circuit require materials with exceptional wear resistance, further underscoring the importance of robust pump design.
Conclusion: Why Choose Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH
Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH continues to lead the way in providing advanced slurry pump solutions for the mining and tunneling industries. With their KBKT-series centrifugal pumps and HPK-series pumps, the company delivers reliable, durable, and efficient pumping solutions that meet the most demanding industry requirements. Explore these innovations at MinExpo 2024 in Las Vegas, and discover how Habermann Aurum Pumpen GmbH can enhance your mining and tunnel construction operations.