Water

HGM-RO. Multitec-RO.
Trusted Power in Seawater Desalination.
2 Introduction
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Quality that performs.

Drinking water is vitally precious. In

many parts of the world, the only way
to provide sufficient affordable supplies
is by extracting it from salt water.

For decades, KSB has led the way

in innovative and efficient seawater
desalination by reverse osmosis.

Our high-pressure ring-section pumps

meet the demands of non-stop operation
in plants of all sizes.

KSB provides solutions for the entire

desalination process – from seawater feed
right through treatment and on to piping
the extracted water.
4 Applications

We’ve done it before, and

we keep on innovating.

Innovative technology from KSB has generated decades of efficient n On-site service
solutions in RO. And as you’d expect, we’re on call for customers
with comprehensive service and a broad range of products in n Test field, engineering and model testing to customer specs
this area, too. at our headquarters in Frankenthal

n All-in pressure boosting and energy recovery systems: n A ll pumps and valves required for the desalination
- High-pressure pump, pressure exchanger, booster pump process, such as:
- High-pressure pump, motor, turbine - P umps for pre-treatment, post-treatment and purification
processes
n E ngineering package combines pump and intake - P umps for water transport
­structure optimisation - Valves for all shut-off and control duties

Good value, effective, unique: SalTec – desalination that makes special sense.

The hydraulic SalTec System increases pressure and

recovers energy. It efficiently rounds off the KSB range
of components for RO desalination. And significantly
reduces the cost of water.

Components that match each other perfectly:

n K SB’s SalTec DT pressure exchanger
n K SB’s HGM-RO/Multitec-RO high-pressure pumps
n K SB’s RPH-RO booster pump

 Membranes are not included in the scope of supply.

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6 Product

The individual solution to the toughest

­demands: HGM-RO.

Our high-pressure HGM-RO pump is top of the range – and on

top of even the toughest conditions.

We developed the HGM-RO specifically for reverse osmosis.

This pump stands up to all the demands which that process
puts on it.

As seawater is such a difficult medium, we planned its construc-

tion with duplex steel. And we gave the HGM-RO a compact
design that perfectly masters huge osmotic pressures. Starting
the pump puts minimum demands on membrane and material.

Top HGM-RO quality enables round-the-clock production of

more than 30,000 m3/day per desalination train. Continuous
optimisation ensures the best possible efficiency and low energy
consumption. Very smooth operation, increased service lives and
easy maintenance are further hallmarks of this premium pump.

HGM-RO meets the highest demands – and is top choice for

seawater desalination.

Design:
Horizontal, radially split, medium-lubricated ring-section pump
with radial impellers and plain bearings, axial or, on option, radial
single-entry inlet, duplex steel design.

Materials:
Duplex stainless steel (standard),
super duplex stainless steel (on request)

Fluid pumped:
Seawater, chilled water
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Your benefits

Service-friendly design
n Compact design
n Low space requirement thanks to internal bearings
and axial inflow
n Ease of assembly and dismantling
n Straightforward installation: Ready-to-use pump set (plug & run)
without monitoring systems/pressure gauge

High operating reliability and long service life

n Designed to be used in large plants (up to 1,500 m3/h per pump)
n High-quality components for ideal seawater treatment
n Optimum vibration characteristics ensured by close bearing spacing

n Low NPSH value thanks to axial inflow with suction stage impeller

Cost-efficient design
n Tailored to meet individual needs
n Low life cycle costs: no need for auxiliary media or additional
supply lines
n Ease of maintenance and low spare parts costs
n Low energy costs because of excellent efficiency

Technical data

Max. flow rate at max speed: 1,500 m3/h

Max. head at max. speed: 950 m
Max. pump discharge pressure: 120 bar
Max. temperature: + 40 °C
Speed: 3,000 / 3,600 rpm
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Cross-sectional view of HGM-RO, pump size 4

Cross-sectional view of HGM-RO, pump sizes 5 and 6

Cross-sectional view of HGM-RO, pump sizes 7 and 8

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Hydraulic selection chart: HGM-RO 50 Hz

1,000

HGM-RO 5
HGM-RO 4

HGM-RO 8
Head H (m)

HGM-RO 6
500

HGM-RO 7
50 100 500 1,000
Flow rate Q (m³/h)

Hydraulic selection chart: HGM-RO 60 Hz

1,000
HGM-RO 8
HGM-RO 6

HGM-RO 7
HGM-RO 5
HGM-RO 4
Head H (m)

500

50 100 500 1,000

Flow rate Q (m³/h)
10 Product

The standard solution for compact

plants: Multitec-RO.

Practice, they say, makes perfect. KSB has years of experience

in small- or medium-scale RO plants as well. And provides an
economic standardised solution for their special needs.

Multitec-RO is ideal for stationary or floating installations in

hotels, large ships or transportable containers. Optimum efficiency
keeps energy costs down. And with a wear-resistant plain
bearing and just one discharge-side shaft seal, easy servicing
is guaranteed as well.

Multitec-RO pumps are economical, reliable and corrosion-

resistant – the individual standard for demanding customers.
And they’re usually available immediately!

Design:
Horizontal, multistage ring-section pump. Axial suction nozzle.
Discharge nozzle can be turned in steps of 90 °. Closed radial
impellers. Duplex design also for chilled water applications.

Materials:
Duplex stainless steel

Fluid pumped:
Seawater, brackish water, cold water
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Your benefits

Service-friendly design
n Compact design
n Straightforward installation: ready-to-use pump set
(plug & run) without monitoring systems / pressure gauge

High operating reliability and long service life

n Designed to be used in small- to medium-scale plants
n Suitable also for low osmotic pressures
n High availability ensured by close bearing spacing
(fluid-lubricated bearings)
n Low NPSH value thanks to axial inflow with suction
stage impeller

Cost-efficient design
n Ease of maintenance and low spare parts costs
n Just one mechanical seal on the drive end means low
maintenance costs

Technical data

Max. flow rate at max speed: 850 m3/h

Max. head at max. speed: 800 m
Max. pump discharge pressure: 80 bar
Max. temperature: + 40 °C
Speed: 3,000 / 3,500 rpm
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Cross-sectional view of Multitec-RO, pump sizes 50, 65 and 100

Cross-sectional view of Multitec-RO, pump sizes 125 and 150

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Hydraulic selection chart: Multitec-RO 50 Hz

800

500

400

MTC-RO 150
MTC-RO 125
MTC-RO 100
300
Head H (m)

200
MTC-RO 50

MTC-RO 65

100

50
4 5 10 20 50 100 200 500 1,000

Flow rate: Q (m³/h)

Hydraulic selection chart: Multitec-RO 60 Hz

800

500
MTC-RO 125

400
MTC-RO 65

MTC-RO 100
MTC-RO 50

300
MTC-RO 150
Head H (m)

200

100

70
4 5 10 20 50 100 200 500 1,000 1,200

Flow rate: Q (m³/h)

14 Quality Assurance

First-class results demand

first-class materials.

What really matters in high-pressure pumps? As designers, makers

and suppliers, we know it’s the quality of the materials. We have
over 30 years’ experience in this area, and invest more than
¤ 20 million annually in Research & Development. Which is why
we lead the way in innovative duplex design.

Duplex steels provide a well-balanced spectrum of resistance to

corrosion and appropriate mechanical and technological proper-
ties. That all adds up to much longer service lives for our pumps.

Benefits at a glance:
n H igh strength combined with excellent toughness
n E xcellent resistance to crevice and pitting corrosion
(PREN 36 on average)
n Resistance to stress corrosion cracking and intergranular
corrosion
n High resistance to cavitation and hydroabrasive wear (erosion)

Micrograph of the fertritic / ausfenitic microstructure of duplex stainless steel

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Right on target with

ring-section design.

For radially split high-pressure pumps, there’s nobody like KSB.

We are the only supplier worldwide who consistently designs
great products on this principle. Our goal is minimum life cycle
costs. Our Multitec-RO and HGM-RO high-pressure pump
series ensure top efficiency and the easiest of maintenance.

Reduced construction work costs

n Compact design
n Flexible connection nozzles
n “Plug & run” installation

Minimum operating costs

n Excellent NPSH value
n Optimum efficiencies

Low monitoring requirements

n Reliable lubrication system for the bearings
n No monitoring of vibrations or bearing temperature required

Minimum maintenance costs

n Robust and extremely reliable ring-section design
n Duplex stainless steel: corrosion-resistant and extremely
durable
n Easy-to-replace mechanical seal
n Can be dismantled and reassembled from either side
 Subject to technical modification without prior notice
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