InfraStructures - September 2016 - Tsurumi to Focus on Durability at MINExpo 2016

Tsurumi to Focus on Durability at MINExpo 2016

Tsurumi Pump will display the durability of its pumps at MINExpo 2016 to be in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 26 - 28.

Glenn Wieczorek, managing director of the company, said that MINExpo will provide the perfect opportunity to highlight the reliability of Tsurumi pumps, especially when jobsite planning must happen quickly.

“Often mining projects have the benefit of months or years of careful planning, including equipment selection, before companies ever break ground,” he explained. “But when the market fluctuates quickly and the price of gold or another commodity spikes, there’s no time to lose. Companies need to react quickly and rely on a brand to bring durability and longevity to the jobsite.”

Tsurumi’s booth will place special focus on its new, stainless steel LH-series of submersible dewatering pumps, which are manufactured using SAE 316 stainless steel (also known as marine grade stainless). The casting of these pumps enables them to handle the heavily acidic runoff from mining applications that can quickly degrade equipment, often in a matter of days.

Tsurumi pumps are designed to be some of the most durable on the market. Each and every component of a Tsurumi pump is scrutinized and tested – that way, when the pump is assembled, its resilience reflects the sum of its parts. Most of the company’s pumps feature high-chrome, abrasion-resistant construction, for example.

The LH-series has discharge sizes that range from 76 mm in to 203 mm, and it offers horsepower outputs that range from 15 hp to 150 hp. All parts within the pump that are exposed to fluids, from the impeller to the casing, will withstand exposure to wastewater that contains abrasive substances.

A number of other pumps that are ideal for handling the rigors of mining will also be on display, including:

The GPN-series of agitator pumps;
The GSD-series of submersible slurry pumps;
The GSZ-series of submersible, high-head dewatering pumps; and
The KRS-series of submersible dewatering pumps.

“Conditions in a mine can be exceptionally severe, and pumps are often expected to move high volumes of superheated water laden with pyrite, iron, sand and other gritty solids,” said Mr. Wieczorek. “The continuous duty motors found in every Tsurumi pump each contain a silicon carbide mechanical seal to ensure protection from moisture, heat and solids, making them preferable in situations like these.”

MINExpo 2016 will occupy 77,000 m² of space throughout 4 exhibit halls. More than 1,700 exhibitors are expected to attend to display products, services and technologies that enhance the safety and efficiency of mining operations.

“A show of this magnitude gives us a great platform to connect with customers, both old and new,” added Glenn Wieczorek. “We welcome the opportunity to hear about the challenges that miners face firsthand on the jobsite – this information will help us improve the design of Tsurumi pumps moving forward.”

Source: Tsurumi America, Inc.

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