FUEL TERMINAL OBSOLETE FIRE PUMP REPLACEMENT

CUSTOMER:

Fuel Terminal

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JOB OVERVIEW:

A Fire Pump at a fuel terminal was performing badly during statutory testing.

The pump was removed from service and was found to be corroded badly.
 

The diesel driver was due for a major service and the decision was made to replace the pump and driver.

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CHALLENGES

• The model of pump was obsolete so like for like replacements not available.

• Pipe modifications were required to meet the new pump flange positions.

• The new diesel driver has a smaller footprint than the old one meaning base plate modifications were required for both driver
  and pump.

SOLUTION:

• Southern Cross ISO pump with a matching curve to the previous pump.

• Internal epoxy ceramic coating applied to pump to prevent further corrosion issues.

• New cummins diesel driver and flexible shaft coupling.

• New suction and discharge manifold to connect new pump to existing pipework.

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RESULT:

• Pump and driver assembled on modified base plate and no plinth changes were required.

• New pump was tested in the factory and exceeded original pumps’  performance and also complying with AS2941.

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