Multi Screw Pump Applications: Applications to Benefit From

Multi screw pumps enable efficient oil and gas extraction

One of the most common applications for multi screw pumps is the oil and gas industry. This is where multi screw pumps play a crucial role in pumping crude oil, gases and refined products. The robust construction and the ability to pump both low and high viscosity media suit them ideally for applications in this industry. The pumps are used in offshore and onshore facilities, pipelines, and refineries. Mainly when pumping viscous, sometimes abrasive raw materials such as crude oil or bitumen, multi screw pumps offer maximum reliability in this field of application. They also enable you to pump over long distances smoothly and efficiently, even under high pressure, thus contributing to the productivity and efficiency of your production chain. Thanks to their high energy efficiency, you can sustainably reduce operating costs.

Chemical industry: Safe conveying with multi screw pumps

In the field of chemical industry, the multi screw pump offers an ideal solution for safe and reliable pumping of chemical substances. Whether aggressive chemicals, such as acids or alkalis, or sensitive, reactive liquids – multi screw pumps handle all these tasks efficiently. The hermetically sealed pumping process prevents harmful vapours from escaping into the environment. This means you can always ensure maximum employee safety and compliance with strict environmental regulations. In addition, multi screw pumps offer high resistance to corrosive media, which extends the service life and minimises your maintenance and repair costs.

Multi screw pumps convey hygienically and gently

In the food and beverage industry, the focus is not only on efficiency and performance but also on the highest hygiene requirements. Multi screw pumps are often used in this application to pump highly viscous, sensitive products such as oils, honey, fruit juices or dairy products. Gentle product handling has the highest priority, as the pumps transport the medium without affecting its structure or quality. You can also use multi screw pumps in hygienic or even sterile applications where compliance with international hygiene standards, such as EHEDG or 3-A Sanitary, is required. Thanks to the smooth surfaces and the simple cleaning process (CIP and SIP capable), the multi screw pump also minimises your risk of contamination, making it a preferred choice for applications in the food and beverage industry.

Marine and shipbuilding as an application for multi screw pumps

In shipping and shipbuilding, multi screw pumps are an indispensable component due to their reliability and performance. They are used for numerous applications, including pumping ballast water, draining cargo holds, pumping lubricants, and pumping fuels. Particularly under extreme environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, solid waves or constant exposure to salt water, multi screw pumps are characterised by their durability and long service life. They provide high pumping capacity and operational reliability, thus ensuring smooth operation of ship systems. In an application where failures or leaks could have fatal consequences, a multi screw pump is the ideal solution for safe and continuous operation.

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Efficient energy and power plants thanks to multi screw pumps

In power plants and energy generation facilities, multi screw pumps are essential to ensure the operation of turbines and generators. Their most important task usually involves reliably supplying the facilities with coolants or pumping oils to lubricate machines. In thermal power plant applications, multi screw pumps are also used to pump hot or highly viscous oils circulating in the heat exchangers. The ability to provide consistently high flow rates even under extreme operating conditions enables you to operate your plant smoothly and efficiently. In addition, the multi screw pump is known for its durability, which means it can operate reliably in critical applications for many years, reducing your total cost of ownership.

Precise dosing in the pharmaceutical industry

In the pharmaceutical industry, the multi screw pump plays a key role in the dosing and pumping of sensitive and expensive active ingredients. Maximum precision and purity are essential in these applications. Thanks to the option of pumping media under sterile conditions, multi screw pumps are used in manufacturing and processing pharmaceutical products, particularly in the production of infusion solutions, ointments or vaccines. In this field of application, the multi screw pump enables precise and constant pumping, which is particularly important when dosing critical ingredients. Easy cleaning and sterilisation make this pump technology ideal for applications meeting the strictest hygiene and safety requirements. In this field of application, multi screw pumps help you to ensure the quality and safety of your products while making production processes more efficient.

Mining: Robust & powerful in extreme environments

Mining is one of the harshest environments for pumps, and multi screw pumps are specially designed to withstand the extreme conditions of this application area. They are often used to pump highly abrasive slurries, contaminated water and chemical solutions needed in the various stages of ore and material processing. The robust construction and high resistance to abrasive materials make the pump technology the preferred solution for continuous operation under the most challenging conditions. You can also use multi screw pumps in underground and open-cast mining operations where the reliability and durability of the equipment are crucial.

Multi screw pumps from NETZSCH Pumps & Systems

As a global specialist in handling complex media, the portfolio of NETZSCH Pumps & Systems includes NEMO® progressing cavity pumps, TORNADO® rotary lobe pumps, PERIPRO® peristaltic pumps, grinding systems, as well as NOTOS® multi screw pumps. Four different versions are available for both hygienic and industrial applications.

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  NOTOS® 4NS Geared Twin Screw Pump
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  NOTOS® 3NS Three Screw Pump
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  NOTOS® 2NS Two Screw Pump
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  NOTOS® 2NSH Hygienic Twin Screw Pump in FSIP® Design
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  NOTOS® 2NSH Hygienic Twin Screw Pump

Multi screw pumps from NETZSCH are not only durable and reliable but also optimally adapted to the specific requirements of the respective application. Please do not hesitate to contact our experts, who will find the optimal pump solution for your requirements.