One of the significant advantages of centrifugal pumps is cost-effectiveness. Compared to screw pumps, the wear parts for centrifugal pumps are relatively low, thus affordable to replace. Additionally, the standard design of centrifugal pumps makes them easy to maintain and operate. It is flexible to install the pump on the mud tank, and it has no strict requirements for installation conditions. It can be installed under the sand trap, on the tank skid, besides the hopper, or directly on the ground with a skid and control panel.
However, certain applications might prove challenging for centrifugal pumps. For instance, horizontal installation takes up more space on the mud tank compared to vertical installation. In such cases, submersible slurry pumps could serve as the better alternative.
One of the significant applications of centrifugal pumps is in the vacuum degasser jetting pump. Vacuum degassers help eliminate gas from drilling mud, which prevents blowouts and improves drilling efficiency. GN Solids Control in China also produces degassers as part of their waste management equipment.
In conclusion, a centrifugal pump's versatility, ease of operation, maintenance, and affordability make it an indispensable part of the solids control system in various industries. Contact GN Solids Control sales representatives to get spare parts and product inquiries.