SAER Split Casing SKD: Redifinning a New Standard
SKD split casing pump. (Image source: SAER Elettropompe SpA)
In addition to the usual advantages, thanks to the axially split casing construction (ease of installation, robustness, possibility of maintenance of the rotating parts without removing the pump from the system), SAER SKD pumps are standardly equipped with: double volute design to minimize radial thrust on bearings (bearings rating life > 2x105 hours), eliminating the radial stresses acting on the rotor and reducing vibrations and noises.
Plus, the double wear ring protects the casing and the impeller: the impeller, body and cover are protected from reciprocal wear, increasing the machine operating time, reducing time and cost of maintenance.
A peculiarity of the range is the wide choice of models and configurations available. Indeed SKD can be supplied both for horizontal or vertical installations, plus the pump may be produced with several combination of materials (cast iron, ductile iron, bronze, stainless steel 316 and super duplex) and types of seals (gland packing, mechanical seal, cartridge etc). The range can be supplied as complete set with motor or bareshaft, or as complete group without motor. Thanks to the Italian production, the delivery time is exceptional, as average is around 12 working days.
100% of the production is tested in SAER facilities, where any trial can be performed according to the given requests, and main approvals can be directly obtained there.
Source: SAER Elettropompe S.p.A.
