Chemical safety: Safely offloading chemical fluids

Chemical safety: Safely offloading chemical fluids

As with all chemical applications, there are risks when transporting high-risk, hazardous or corrosive media. Not only for the unloading or loading process, but also for the employees and environment. It’s crucial that the fluid is unloaded and stored safely and without leakage into the environment or exposing an employee to the risk of direct contact. 

When the liquid is transported and reaches its destination, it immediately requires transfer into storage tanks for storage or distribution. It is crucial that the appropriate pumping system is selected for safe transport of the media. 

In addition to the quality of the hose and links between the storage vessel and the tank, the pump is a vital element for the safe transportation of the liquid. 

The following liquids would be considered aggressive, and would influence the pumping system selected:

• Volatile liquids, such as solvents
• Compressed or condensed gases, such as liquid oxygen or hydrogen
• Flammable liquids, such as oil fuel
• Oxidants and organic peroxides, such as hydrogen peroxide
• Toxic and infectious substances such as cyanide-based compounds
• Radioactive materials, such as wastewater from power plants
• Corrosive substances such as sulfuric acid
• Various other dangerous liquids

How to safely pump aggressive chemical fluids?

In order to safely transfer and pump aggressive chemicals, Global Pumps suggest a Techniflo magnetic-driven centrifugal pump. Not only are these robustly designed, they are intended to be leak-free. The pump has permanent magnets with the liquid secured in the pump chamber. The magnetically driven concept requires no mechanical seals. During the pumping process, the liquid is kept separate from the motor, connected by the magnetic force of an external magnet and inner magnet which powers the centrifugal impeller. 

Mag-drive pumps guarantee leak-free operation, making them the safest option for pumping hazardous, corrosive or highly dangerous chemicals. Under normal conditions, magnetic drive pumps have been known to run for years and years before the bearing assembly needs to be replaced. 

Want to find out more? Chat to a Global Pumps about the range of rugged Techniflo magnetic drive pumps. Constructed for the harshest of pumping challenges, Global Pumps’ Techniflo pumps are ideal for those corrosive chemical applications. Get in touch today.