Included in Becker Mining South Africa’s extensive range of locally manufactured slurry and solids transfer pumps are submersible Alert Pumpmor Hydro-Solids pumps, designed for optimum efficiency, low maintenance and extended service life in diverse industries, including harsh operating conditions.

“These Hydro-Solids pumps (model HTMS) which are manufactured to stringent OEM specifications, are designed to handle large, stringy and abrasive solids in tough environments,” says Gavin Swart, Becker Mining South Africa. “Alert Pumpmor HS pumps are used in many applications on the mines, including carbon transfer. The open vane design of this range ensures reduced carbon breakage, compared with rubber lined, closed vane conventional pumps.

“The heavy duty design of the wet end of these pumps also increases service life, with minimal maintenance requirements. These pumps also offer substantial power consumption savings.”

The model HS solids pump, with capacities to 636 m³/h, can offer pressures up to 40m. Due to the recessed, non-clog impeller, solids or fibrous material up to 200mm (Depending on pump size) can enter the suction inlet and be expelled through the pump discharge. There are six pump sizes in the HS range –smaller models handle S.G’s up to 1,1 and larger models handle S.G’s up to 1,5. HS pumps are available with submersible motors designed for efficient operation in hazardous environments.

All components are locally manufactured, which means these pumps are readily available and a large stock holding of spares and raw materials ensures quick delivery. Another advantage of the design of these pumps is that the majority of spares are completely interchangeable which reduces inventory management costs and simplifies on-site repairs.