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Cat Pumps turns up the pressure.


In a response to demands from its many customers worldwide for a triplex triplex /tri·plex/ (tri´pleks) triple or threefold.

triplex

triple or threefold.
 positive displacement A positive displacement meter is a type of flow meter that requires the fluid being measured to mechanically displace components in the meter in order for any fluid flow to occur.

A diaphragm meter, with which most homes are equipped, is an example of a positive displacement meter.
 pump capable of meeting operating pressures of up to 10,000 psi, Cat Pumps has released details of a new model that addresses these requirements.

The new 10,000 psi (690 bar) Model 1810 Plunger Pump a pump, as for water, having a plunger, instead of a piston, to act upon the water. It may be single-acting or double-acting

See also: Plunger
 delivers an exceptionally smooth, low pulsation pulsation /pul·sa·tion/ (pul-sa´shun) a throb, or rhythmic beat, as of the heart.

pul·sa·tion
n.
1. The act of pulsating.

2. A single beat, throb, or vibration.
 flow of 11.4 l/min and due to its low unswept volume (minimal unevacuated liquid remains in the pumping chamber) it exhibits excellent volumetric efficiency Volumetric efficiency in internal combustion engine design refers to the efficiency with which the engine can move the charge into and out of the cylinders. More correctly, volumetric efficiency is a ratio (or percentage) of what volume of fuel and air actually enters the . Resistance to corrosion and wear is ensured by block-style stainless-steel manifolds and high-density polished solid ceramic plungers, giving the 1810 extended seal and operating life. And with a die-cast aluminium crankcase crank·case  
n.
The metal case enclosing the crankshaft and associated parts in a reciprocating engine.


crankcase
Noun

the metal case that encloses the crankshaft in an internal-combustion engine
, the pump combines high strength with minimum weight.

The new 1810 Plunger Pump advances Cat Pumps' commitment to offering a range of pumps to industry that reduces unit size in relation to the pressure output whilst maintaining an envied reputation for reliability and customer support.

Commenting on the new pump, Brian Hubbard, General Manager Cat Pumps (UK) Limited said: "This new pump has the highest pressure rating in our product range so far. It extends the operation of our triplex positive displacement pump family into applications requiring a powerful but compact high pressure unit. Its lightweight, just 27.3kg, means that it is suitable for portable applications as well as stationary installation, and in keeping with all our pumps, the wet end is easily serviced without the need to disturb the crankcase."

Contact Cat Pumps on tel 01252 622031 or visit www.catpumps.co.uk
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Title Annotation:PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
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Publication:Food Trade Review
Date:Mar 1, 2009
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