The pumps are the heart of any system that handles fluids - the second most common piece of machinery used in general industry. Pumps use mechanical forces to move fluids namely gases, liquids, or slurries from one location to another what is referred to as a hydraulic passage. The hydraulic passage is the trajectory followed by the fluid inside a pump, and it depends on the design of each pump.
The transfer of fluids accounts for the largest single use of energy worldwide with millions of litres pumped from one location to another every second of everyday worldwide, it is therefore understandable that the rising cost of energy has lead to all energy intensive Industries such as Cement, Sugar, Steel, Textile, Fertilizer, Paper & Pulp, Refinery, Aluminium, Petrochemical etc., to look for solutions to improve operational efficiency of Pumps. A major problem is increased turbulence caused by the detrimental effects of erosion corrosion. This leads to rough and pitted surfaces which in turn, increase drag, therefore reducing the efficiency of the system. In fluid dynamics, water molecules on the pump surfaces are stationary. Discrete water molecules in the flow behave as separate entities creating vortices and cross-currents which result in energy losses in addition to those arising from skin friction, which still continues to be exerted next to the boundary layer, in a thin film known as the laminar sub-layer. The energy cost of a pump represents the largest portion of its lifetime costs - much more than the capital cost. In fact, operating costs can represent as much as 95% of the overall lifetime costs of the pump. Therefore, an improvement in energy efficiency will represent a significant reduction in lifetime costs. Deterioration in service can reduce efficiency, leading to as much as 10-15% extra energy consumption.
Monarch’s high performance SavesPast Metal Reclamation Putties are used for
the repair and maintenance of pumps in the form of rebuilding compounds with the ability
to rebuild corroded components back to OEM’s original specifications and XtraLife
Maintenace in-situ coatings offers low friction surface that protect the substrate against
damage from corrosion, abrasion, and chemical attack by producing renewable working
surface, protecting the structural integrity of the original substrate at much lower costs
compared to replacement. The coating’s hydrophobic nature makes the water simply roll off
the surface and wear by abrasion is minimized by its encapsulated blend of lubricating
agents and abrasion resistant fillers. Moreover, the pump is rebuilt and returned to service
within a few days, saving the client from many weeks wait for a new replacement pump.
Monarch’s corrosion and erosion resistant material - it is possible to not only restore flow rates,
but also increase the efficiency level to beyond that when it was newly installed due to low surface tension. The material
allows an ultra smooth surface that reduces turbulent flow, thereby increasing efficiency. The smoothness on the surface
of this type of coating (Ra 0.078um) is 20 times greater than polished stainless steel (Ra 1.19um). Also, being a solvent-
free coating, health and safety risks are reduced during application and is recommended for contact with potable water.
The resultant reductions in power consumption result in typical returns on investment from 3 months to 6 months depending on the size of the pumps.
Even the refurbishment of pump components that once would have been considered ‘scrap’ can be realized. It will increase the efficiency of a pump over its “as new” condition giving a rapid payback in reduced energy costs. When applied to fluid flow equipment, this type of coating has been proven to improve hydrodynamic performance by increasing overall efficiency through reducing power consumption, increasing fluid flow rate or pressure.
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A two pack high build mastic, 100% solids surface tolerant epoxy coating reinforced with chemically inert glass flake for application for enhanced durability and corrosion resistance. Excellent erosion resistance, abrasion resistance, toughness and outstanding impermeability.
The coating produces high gloss and low friction surface. It also works as a top coat over SavesPast Metal Reclamation Putties for providing exceptionally smooth surfaces over applications requiring surface rebuilding and lasting protection
XtraLife CEC is an ultra smooth, ceramic reinforced epoxy that provides a high gloss, low friction coating designed to protect against turbulence and abrasion thus sealing and protecting the equipment from corrosion and wear. It also works as a
top coat over SavesPast Metal Reclamation Putties for providing exceptionally smooth surfaces over applications requiring surface rebuilding and lasting protection.
It is 2 component, drinking water certified, high performance coating
system for improving the efficiency of fluid handling system and protection of metals
from the effects of erosion-corrosion coupled with excellent hydrodynamic
performance. The coating plays significant role for use in Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM’s)
A two component high temperature ceramic composite coating system is
recommended for sealing and protecting equipment from corrosion and wear
under typical temperature range for +220 °C in dry conditions and +110 °C in wet
conditions. The coating offers an ultra-smooth glossy, protective abrasion resistant
surface by significantly reducing the surface friction that causes “boundary drag".
The improved surface smoothness assists where applications require maximum fluid flow efficiency whilst
protecting against abrasion, turbulence, corrosion/erosion. It also works as a top coat over SavesPast Metal
Reclamation Putties for applications requiring surface rebuilding and lasting protection
Name | Code | Pack Size | Description |
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PROTECTIVE / EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT / ENERGY SAVINGS COATINGS |
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XtraLife GFC | MC01 | 1 Kg | Glass flake Epoxy Coating for efficiency improvement / corrosion protection. |
XtraLife CEC | MC02 | 1 Kg | Ceramic Epoxy Coating for efficiency improvement / corrosion protection. |
XtraLife MG | MC03 | 1 Kg | Smooth, glossy coating that glides over metal surfaces reducing frictional losses and corrosion protection. |
HIGH TEMPERATURE COATINGS / LININGS TILL 220°C |
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XtraLife HTCEC | MC06 | 1 Kg | High temperature ceramic composite coating system for Efficiency Improvement / Corrosion Protection till 220°C |