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RCFKu vortex pump made of Frialit ceramic or polymer carbide: extreme pumping tasks reliably solved
Wiesbaden, June 2015. The ceramic RCFKu vortex pump from Friatec AG – Division Rheinhütte Pumpen represents a reliable solution when it comes to
pumping fluids with high temperatures of an aggressive nature or containing
solids. Ceramic material Frialit 99.7, an aluminium oxide, ensures that the pump
enjoys a long operational life under extreme pumping conditions up to 180
degrees. The material is manufactured by Friatec and is one of the hardest and
most wear-resistant materials in ceramic pump production, being fully resistant in
hydrochloric acid and ferrous chloride processes. All RCFKu parts in contact with
fluids, such as the impeller and volute casing, are made of solid Frialit. All
components are fitted in a casing frame and are equipped with the appropriate
seal system to suit each application case.
Rheinhütte Pumpen supplies impellers made of polymer carbide for the RCFKu
series which are adapted to suit each pumping application. The composite of
silicon carbide and vinyl ester resin is a high-tensile material. It is distinguished
by its extreme resistance to wear, also at high temperatures and where high
levels of solids are contained in the medium.
Efficient, uncompromising pumping of sophisticated fluids
Rheinhütte Pumpen provides a reliable concept in the RCFKu series manufactured with Frialit for sophisticated application areas such as
hydrothermal acid treatment. An extremely pure hydrochloric acid and high-
quality iron oxide is created during reconditioning of hydrochloric acid from steel
pickling agent through oxidation at high temperatures. The process exhibits clear
advantages in energy consumption and waste avoidance. The use of pumps
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made of metallic or PTFE materials is not possible during hydrothermal acid
treatment for reasons of corrosion. Special materials such as tantalum are in
principle resistant, but not economical. The RCFKu series manufactured with
Frialit is ideal for pumping hot, highly concentrated ferrous chloride. The ceramic
pump is highly resistant to hot hydrochloric acid and ferrous chloride.
Ceramic pumps RCFKu are also used in the production of aluminium. Hot fluids
containing solids are part of the red mud recycling process, and these can be
reliably pumped with pump type RCFKu.
RCFKu made of plastic – material variety for greater chemical resistance
The broad variety of materials used by Rheinhütte Pumpen enables the flexible
selection of materials to suit individual pumping applications. Pumps made of
PFA and PTFE plastics offer practically universal chemical resistance, with PFA
pumps in particular being employed in the chemical industry, as they are suitable
for pumping fluids which do not contain solids. Plastic pumps manufactured with
solid PTFE can be used for pumping applications involving minor levels of solids
in the medium. The PE 1000 material is suitable for temperature requirements up
to 80 degrees.
The companyAs a specialist in corrosion- and wear-resistant materials, FRIATEC AG - Division Rheinhütte Pumpen has leading expertise in many specific areas. The
company develops innovative pump technologies for the most demanding
applications. The comprehensive pump range includes horizontal and vertical
pumps for nearly all industries and made from metallic, plastic and ceramic
materials, according to its claim “The right solution. For any fluid.”
FRIATEC AG – Division Rheinhütte Pumpen is part of FRIATEC AG in
Mannheim, Germany. FRIATEC AG is a leading international specialist for
corrosion and wear-resistant products and materials. FRIATEC provides
innovative solutions on a global level, being active in the three areas of
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specialisation: connection technology for pipe systems, state-of-the-art high-
performance ceramics as well as pumps for demanding fluids.
Comprehensive know-how, intensive R&D activities and customer-oriented
product implementation have been forming the very basis for the company’s
successful performance on both national as well as international markets.
FRIATEC AG has been part of the ALIAXIS Group since 2003. The Group has its
headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. ALIAXIS is the global leader in the
manufacture and distribution of plastic pipeline systems used in construction
industrial sectors and utilities.
The Group is represented by around 100 companies in 40 countries around the
world.
FRIATEC AG today employs about 1,100 personnel, with approx. 850 of these
located at our headquarters in Mannheim, Germany. The company generated a
turnover of 169.3 million euro in the 2014 business year.
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RCFKu vortex pump
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