Pumping Solids and Viscous, Delicate Liquids Without Damage!

For many in the food industry, pumping delicate, viscous fluids and products that contain solids in suspension has been a daily challenge.  There are many types of pumps on the market; however the effects on product quality can be disastrous if the wrong type of pump is installed in the process.

The secret to successfully handling these important products comes from a technology which was first introduced by Jabsco over 60 years ago.  The Flexible Impeller Pump (FIP) offers significant benefits when compared to other pump types for the pumping of viscous foodstuffs and other fluids that contain fragile solids.

Despite these advantages, the Jabsco FIP has remained one of the best kept secrets in the processing industry and now is the time to allow customers the chance to experience what Jabsco has known for over half a century.

Gentle Pumping Action - The minimal meshing action and low speed capability of the Flexible Impeller allows both viscous fluids and solid particles to pass through without damage.  Typical examples currently in use are cream fillings, which become easily emulsified, and jams and pie fillings which contain fruit pieces, both of which are handled with ease by the FIP.

Installation Benefits – FIP offer a high priming ability which allows the pump to be installed in the most convenient position making plant installation easier. This means they can be mounted off the floor where there are safety issues to be considered, such as the possibility of tripping over the pump or pipe work or risk of damage by passing delivery vehicles.  Another consideration is the configuration of the liquid reservoir itself.  If this is owned by an external supplier, such as a drum or similar bulk delivery container, it might not have the appropriate bottom-outlet flange or valve.  Some vessels such as rubber-lined tanks do not lend themselves to a bottom-outlet; here the FIP can be connected by a simple flexible hose through the top opening.  Alternatively, the tank may itself be mounted at or even below floor level, precluding a flooded-suction.

Robust Design – 316 SS wetted parts are standard on the Jabsco FIP for food processing pumps, coupled with high grade flexible impellers, mechanical seals, and extremely robust drive systems ensure the longevity of these pumps in the factory environment.  Jabsco pumps are regarded by industry as the best of their type in the market.

Ease of Maintenance - Thoughtful positioning of a pump greatly simplifies maintenance.  A Flexible Impeller pump mounted above the liquid level can be purged so the maintenance technician will not be presented with a pipe and pump full of fluid that could spill even when the end cover is removed.  More importantly, the fact that there is only one moving part, the flexible impeller, the pumps are very easy to strip down and maintain, so process down time is minimal.

Cleanability - These pumps can be easily stripped down for cleaning, and hygienic versions can readily withstand cleaning in place (CIP) procedures.  Their design ensures cleaning fluids reach all areas of the pump during this process and have passed the latest 02-10 standards of the 3A Sanitary Standards Administrative Council in the USA.
To see how Jabsco can improve your product quality, contact Jabsco.sanitary@itt.com with your specific application requirements.

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