Pump handles medium-consistency pulp.
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Constructed entirely of stainless steel, Model 3500XD utilizes X-Ducer(TM) technology to agitate paper pulp in order to assist flow into pump inlet and separate air from water and fibers. Design allows pumping of medium-consistency pulp up to 10% without vacuum pump. Based on proprietary inducer technology, design also minimizes suction head requirements. X-Ducer can be retrofitted in field, and max capacity is 2,200 tons/day.
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Goulds Introduces Medium Consistency X-Ducer(TM) Pump
(Seneca Falls, NY USA May 22, 2007) Goulds Pumps, one of the fluid brands of ITT Corporation, has announced the release of the Model 3500XD, a new medium consistency paper pulp pump with unique X-Ducer technology.
The 3500XD features a patented air separation device. The X-Ducer agitates paper pulp to assist flow into the pump inlet while separating air from the water and fibers. Pump efficiency increases of up to 5 to 8 points with the X-Ducer, which translates into smaller motor sizes and lower operating costs. The XD design allows pumping of medium consistency pulp up to 10% without a vacuum pump further lowering initial capital and operating costs. The head generation has increased for the XD design - typically a 5% increase. The XD design also allows for lower suction head requirements. The X-Ducer design is based on ITT inducer technology. The X-Ducer can be retrofitted in the field.
To view or download the 3500XD brochure (B3500XD), visit www.gouldspumps.com or contact your local Goulds sales representative.
ITT Corporation ( www.itt.com ) supplies advanced technology products and services in several growth markets. ITT is a global leader in the transport, treatment and control of water, wastewater and other fluids. The company plays a vital role in international security through its defense communications and electronics products; space surveillance and intelligence systems; and advanced engineering and related services. It also serves the growing leisure marine and electronic components markets with a wide range of products. Headquartered in White Plains, NY, the company generated $7.8 billion in 2006 sales.
