Sulzer Pumps Vertical Pumps

Vertical Pumps
B Series Sulzer supplies a wide range of hydraulic designs to suit most vertical line shaft pump applications. The BK, BS and BP range of vertical line shaft pumps are primarily used in water lift, transfer and cooling water applications. A double suction variant, the BD, is available where NPSH is limited.

Features Simple start-up without venting beforehand Great reliability and long maintenance intervals Outstanding adaptability to fluctuating water levels Numerous installation possibilities with parts manufactured according to the standardized component system Operating speed lower than the first critical shaft speed

BK / BKn
Performance Range The overall performance range provides for discharge rates of 150 to 50000 m3/h (660 U.S. gpm to 220100 U.S. gpm) and delivery heads of up to 285 m for the BK range and 80 m for the BKn range. Pressure Range The pumps are designed for pressures up to 40 bar. Temperature Range The pumps are suitable for temperatures ranging from - 40C to + 85C. Principal Fields of Application Water supply systems Water treatment plants River and sea water intakes Pressure boosting stations Cooling pumps in thermal power stations. Lowering the ground water level Sea water desalination plants Petrochemical installations Design The vertical pumps, type BK/BKn, are single or multistage, semi-axial pumps and manufactured according to the unit construction principle. With just a few modifications, it is possible to adapt the pumps so that they comply with API 610 requirements. The pump is constructed using the following units. Pumping Element The pump itself consists of single or multi-stage, bolt-connected stages, i.e. the casing elements with the overflow channels, the semi-axial closed impellers and the pump shaft, which is seated in radial bearings. Rising column and driving shaft Depending on requirements, the riser consists of one or more elements of cast or welded design. In accordance with its length, the driving shaft, is seated in one or more support bearings.

Performance Range
1000

100

H (m)
10 Q(m3/hr) = 0.2271 x Q (USGPM) H(m) = 0.3048 x H (ft) 1 100 1000

Q (m3/hr)

10000

100000

BK / BKn
Motor Pedestal Depending on the conditions and customer requirements, this is designed with or without axial bearings. Drive Direct or remote coupled vertical electric motors are usually fitted. Gear units are available, should the pump speed be too low for an economical motor selection. Diesel drive with right angle gear boxes is an alternative. If required, hydraulic motors with any type of prime mover can be employed. Shaft Seal The shaft seal is effected by means of normal stuffing box packing or a mechanical seal. Where necessary, a balancing bush for the pressure or a sealcooling arrangement is fitted. Bearings and Lubrication The axial thrust of the pump is taken up by anti-friction or plain bearings. The respective bearing is fitted in the motor pedestal or directly in the motor itself. If necessary, air or water cooling can be provided. The pump and driving shaft is seated in radial bearings, and lubricated by the medium being handled or by means of an external lubricant supply (fresh water, grease or oil). Critical Speed The first critical natural frequency of the driving shaft is higher than the pump speed. The rising column pipe is dimensioned in In accordance with the respective standard requirements. such a way that its natural frequency is not in a whole-number ratio to the pump speed. Inlet and Outlet Branches The pumps can be supplied for dry-pit and wet-pit installation, with horizontal outlet branch arranged above or below ground level. When installed with a suction tank, the inlet branch is arranged above or below ground level, and the outlet branch horizontally above ground level. Connecting Flanges

BK / BKn Design Features

Material options for a wide range of applications Wetted parts in cast iron, chromium steel, stainless steel, duplex stainless steel. Special combinations available on request.

Shaft Sealing Shaft sealing may be of the mechanical seal or packing ring design type

Thrust Bearing Oil lubricated antifriction bearing, independent lubrication by oil circulation. Long rated life of bearings Above or below floor Discharge Bend Cast or fabricated discharge bend designed to minimize friction losses

Four Legged Motor Stool Used for motors of a medium mass with the above floor discharge configuration

Flanges Flanges are manufactured to international standards, which are specified by the customer

Column Pipes Column pipe dimensions are determined by the allowable working pressure and flow velocity Column pipes may be of the fabricated or cast type Line Shaft Coupling The line shaft couplings are of the split key type Intermediate Bearings (removable type) The line shaft, depending on the pump length, is supported by one or more inter mediate bearings Bearings may be product lubricated or from an external source (Fixed spider bearings with fabricated columns)

Shaft Protection Tube For high corrosive applications it may be necessary to protect the shaft Open shaft arrangement also available

Impeller Fixation Each impeller is keyed to the shaft and secured with a split ring Hydraulics High efficiency over the capacity range Low energy input Suction Bellmouth The bellmouth is designed to allow for an acceptable intake velocity

Replaceable Stationary Wear Rings Special material combination for high wear resistance, long service life guarantees, high efficiency over the complete pump service life

BS / BSn / BSm
Performance Range The overall performance range provides for discharge rates of 500 to 70000 m3/h (2200 U.S. gpm to 308200 U.S. gpm) and delivery heads of 4 up to 20 m (in 2 stage design up to 40 m). Pressure Range The pumps are designed for pressures up to 10 bar. Temperature Range The pumps are suitable for temperatures ranging from 40C to + 85C. Principal Fields of Application
Water supply systems Water treatment plants River and sea water intakes Cooling pumps in thermal power

Design The vertical pumps, type BS/BSn/BSm, are normally single stage semi-axial pumps and manufactured according to the unit construction principle. With just a few modifications, it is possible to adapt the pumps so that they comply with API 610 requirements. The pump is constructed using the following units. Pumping Element The pump itself consists of the casing segment, the impeller shroud, the semi-axial impeller and the pump shaft, which is seated in a radial bearing. Rising column and driving shaft Depending on requirements, the riser consists of one or more elements of cast or welded design. In accordance with its length, the driving shaft, is seated in one or more support bearings.

stations. Sea water desalination plants Irrigation and drainage schemes Booster pumps in storage plants Dock impounding duties Petrochemical installations

Performance Range
100

H (m)

10

1 100 1000

Q(m3/hr) = 0.2271 x Q (USGPM) H(m) = 0.3048 x H (ft)

Q (m3/hr)

10000

100000

BS / BSn / BSm
Motor Pedestal Depending on the conditions and customer requirements, this is designed with or without axial bearings. Drive Direct or remote coupled vertical electric motors are usually fitted. Gear units are available, should the pump speed be too low for an economical motor selection. Diesel drive with right angle gear boxes is an alternative. If required, hydraulic motors with any type of prime mover can be employed. Shaft Seal The shaft seal is effected by means of normal stuffing box packing or a mechanical seal. Where necessary, a balancing bush for the pressure or a seal-cooling arrangement is fitted. Bearings and Lubrication The axial thrust of the pump is taken up by anti-friction or plain bearings. The respective bearing is fitted in the motor pedestal or directly in the motor itself. If necessary, air or water cooling can be provided. The pump and driving shaft is seated in radial bearings, and lubricated by the medium being handled or by means of an external lubricant supply (fresh water, grease or oil). Critical Speed The first critical natural frequency of the driving shaft is higher than the pump speed. The rising column is dimensioned in such a In accordance with the respective standard requirements. way that its natural frequency does not stand in a whole-number ratio to the pump speed. Inlet and Outlet Branches The pumps can be supplied for dry-pit and wet-pit installation, with horizontal outlet branch arranged above or below ground level. When installed with a suction tank, the inlet branch is arranged above or below ground level, and the outlet branch horizontally above ground level. Connection Flanges

BS / BSn / BSm Design Features

Material options for a wide range of applications Wetted parts in cast iron, chromium steel, stainless steel, duplex stainless steel. Special combinations available on request.

Thrust Bearing Oil lubricated antifriction bearing Safe rotation, independent lubrication by oil circulation Long rated life of bearings

Fabricated Combined Discharge Bend Motor Stool Used for motors of a low mass with the above floor discharge configuration

Shaft Sealing Shaft sealing may be of the mechanical seal or packing ring design type

Above Floor Discharge Bend Fabricated discharge bend designed to reduce losses and pump mass to the minimum

Flanges Flanges are manufactured to international standards, which are specified by the customer Line Shaft Coupling The line shaft couplings are of the split key type

Column Pipes Column pipe dimensions are deter mined by the allowable working pressure and flow velocity Column pipes may be of the fabricated or cast type

Intermediate Bearings (fixed type) The line shaft, depending on the pump length, is supported by one or more inter mediate bearings Bearings may be product lubricated or from an external source

Hydraulics High efficiency over the capacity range Low energy input Impeller Fixation Each impeller is keyed to the shaft and secured with a split ring

Suction Bellmouth The bellmouth is designed to allow for an acceptable intake velocity

BPn
Performance Range The overall performance range provides for discharge rates of 350 to 40000 m3/h (1540 U.S. gpm to 176 130 U.S. gpm) and delivery heads of up to 8 m (for the BPn range). Pressure Range The pumps are designed for pressures up to 10 bar. Temperature Range The pumps are suitable for temperatures ranging from 40C to + 85C. Principal Fields of Application
Water supply systems Water treatment plants River and sea water intakes Cooling pumps in thermal power

Design The BPn vertical pump type is a single stage pump and manufactured according to the unit construction principle. With just a few modifications, it is possible to adapt the pumps so that they comply with API 610 requirements. The pump is constructed using the following units. Pumping Element The pump itself consists of the suction flare, the tapered rising pipe, the impeller and the pump shaft, which is seated in a radial bearing. The impeller has fixed blades which can be adjusted at standstill. Rising column and driving shaft Depending on requirements, the riser consists of one or more elements of cast or welded design. In accordance with its length, the driving shaft, is seated in one or more support bearings.

stations. Sea water desalination plants Petrochemical installations Irrigation and drainage schemes, in fact wherever large volumes of water have to be handled against low heads.

Performance Range
10

H (m)

Q(m3/hr) = 0.2271 x Q (USGPM) H(m) = 0.3048 x H (ft) 0.1 100 1000

Q (m3/hr)

10000

100000

BPn
Motor Pedestal Depending on the conditions and customer requirements, this is designed with or without axial bearings. Drive Direct or remote coupled vertical electric motors are usually fitted. Gear units are available, should the pump speed be too low for an economical motor selection. Diesel drive with right angle gear boxes is an alternative. If required, hydraulic motors with any type of prime mover can be employed. Shaft Seal The shaft seal is effected by means of normal stuffing box packing or a mechanical seal. Where necessary, a balancing bush for the pressure or a seal-cooling arrangement is fitted. Bearings and Lubrication The axial thrust of the pump is taken up by anti-friction or plain bearings. The respective bearing is fitted in the motor pedestal or directly in the motor itself. If necessary, air or water cooling can be provided. The pump and driving shaft is seated in radial bearings, and lubricated by the medium being handled or by means of an external lubricant supply (fresh water, grease or oil). Critical Speed The first critical natural frequency of the driving shaft is higher than the pump speed. The rising column is dimensioned in such a way that its natural frequency does not stand in a whole-number ratio to the pump speed. Inlet and Outlet Branches The pumps can be supplied for dry-pit and wet-pit installation, with horizontal outlet branch arranged above or below ground level. When installed with a suction tank, the inlet branch is arranged above or below ground level, and the outlet branch horizontally above ground level. Connecting Flanges In accordance with the respective standard requirements.

BPn Design Features

Material options for a wide range of applications W etted part s in cast iron, chromium steel, stainless parts stainless steel, duplex stainless stainless steel. Special Special combinations available on request.

Motor Mounting (two floor option) Heavy motors, gearboxes are mounted on a second floor above the pump arrangement (close coupled option is also available)

Shaft Sealing Shaft sealing may be of the mechanical seal or packing ring design type

Thrust Bearing Oil lubricated antifriction bearing, independent lubrication by oil circulation. Long rated life of bearings Above or Below Floor Discharge Bend Fabricated discharge bend designed to minimize losses and pump mass to the minimum

Line Shaft Coupling The line shaft couplings are of the split key type

Flanges Flanges are manufactured to international standards, which are specified by the customer

Column Pipes Column pipe dimensions are deter mined by the allowable working pressure and flow velocity Column pipes may be of the fabricated or cast type

Intermediate Bearings (fixed type) The line shaft, depending on the pump length, is supported by one or more intermediate bearings Bearings may be product lubricated or from an external source

Impeller Fixation Each impeller is keyed to the shaft and secured with a split ring

Hydraulics High efficiency over the capacity range Low energy input Suction Bellmouth The bellmouth is designed to allow for an acceptable intake velocity

Replaceable Stationary Wear Rings Special material combination for high wear resistance, long service life guarantees, high efficiency over the complete pump service life

Pump Manufacturing Facilities

Materials Name of Part Material Depending on the operating conditions, they are available in cast iron, cast steel, chrome-nickel cast steel, austenitic steel, duplex stainless steel or bronze. Unalloyed steel, chrome-steel, austenitic steel, duplex stainless steel or Monel, to meet the respective operating requirements In accordance with the medium being handled and pump size, of welded or cast design (alloyed or unalloyed) Rubber or metal, according to the medium being handled.

Casing Segment, Impeller, Stage Casing and Suction Flare/Bellmouth

Shaft and Coupling

Rising Pipe, Motor Pedestal

Radial Bearings

Typical Alternative Arrangements

Splitting Vane

Turning Vanes

Above Floor; Close Coupled; Motor supported on Pump

Above Floor; Close Coupled with Turning Vanes

Splitting Vane

Anti Vortex Device

Above Floor; Close Coupled; Motor separately supported

Above Floor; Drive Shaft; Motor on separate floor

Test Bed
Our pump testing facility is the largest in Africa, with 3,3; 6,6 and 11kV electrical supply installed and capable of running motors up to 4 MW. With a sump of 30m long, 6m wide and 10m deep, all makes of centrifugal pumps can be tested up to a flow rate of 60000 m3/hr. Tests can be performed to BS, DIN, API, HI or ISO specifications. The parameters investigated are: Flow rate Suction and delivery pressures (total head capability) Power consumption Pump efficiency Net positive suction head (NPSH) Vibration and temperature, on request Relevant pump data Records of measurement taken during testing Summary of results Interpretation and recommendations.

The result of every test is documented with a report including: Performance chart of the pump; head, power, efficiency and NPSH as a function of flow rate

Vertical Pump Intake Design Using Turning Vanes

It is a know fact that the majority of all wet-pit pump failures result from improper intake design. A very specific problem area is the slope of the bottom of the flow channel towards the pumps, prevalent to pumps in cooling tower applications. Here the highest approach velocities stay in the upper layer of the flow and cause unstable sinking flow around the pump with potential for vortex formation. Adhering to low slope angles to minimize this problem results in very long and expensive intake structures.

Turning Vane design offers space savings, cost savings and Peace of Mind. The intake design function is to guide a flow of water to the suction bell and impeller inlet of a vertical pump with minimum disturbances from vortices, uneven velocity profiles or excessive pre-rotation assuring trouble-free pump operation. Unsatisfactory flow approach creates vortices in the vicinity of the suction bellmouth, causing uneven flow distribution to the pump; in turn resulting in high noise levels, vibrations, efficiency loss and possible cavitation.

CONVENTIONAL DESIGN

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The information in this brochure is given in good faith, without commitment and is subject to amendment resulting from technical development.