Fybroc Horizontal Fiberglass Pumps

1 Fybroc SERIES1500 ANSI/ASME L L E T I N1 5 B 1 Fybroc Horizontal Fiberglass PumpsFYBROC THE LEADER IN CORROSION-RESISTANT Fiberglass PUMPING EQUIPMENTF ybroc is an advanced technology pump manufacturerspecializing in reinforced composite centrifugalpumps, designed to handle corrosive , the pioneer in the Fiberglass pump field, con-tinues its position of leadership with its Series 1500pump. This line is the culmination of many years ofexperience in producing high quality, Series 1500 combines an extensive knowledge ofmaterials and production techniques to provide exceptionalstructural integrity, excellent corrosion resistance , anddependable service in difficult operating OF CONSTRUCTION ARE AVAILABLE FOR A WIDE RANGE OF CORROSIVE LIQUIDSOnly Fybroc has the flexibility in materials selection tosolve your difficult corrosive or abrasive pump problems.

2 VR-1, vinyl ester resin: used for the vast majority of corrosive applications including most acids, caustics, brines, sea water, and wastewater. VR-1 BPO-DMA, vinyl ester resin with BPO-DMA cure system: used to accommodate applications for specific corrosion resistance to bleaches such as sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). VR-1A, vinyl ester resin with abrasive resistant material : used for pumping liquids with low concentration highly abrasive fines such as fly ash, diatomaceous earth or titanium dioxide. VR-1V, vinyl ester resin with synthetic veil : protection used specifically for fluoridic applications such as hydrofluoric acid (HF) and fluosilicicacid (H2 SiF6).

3 EY-2, epoxy resin: offers outstand-ing chemical resistance for aggres-sive chemical /compounds, acids,and solvents. Ideal for high concen-trations of sulfuric acid (up to 98%).FDA COMPLIANCEThe Dow DERAKANE series epoxy vinyl ester resin utilized by Fybroc , when properly formulated and cured,will comply with the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act,as amended, and applicable FDA regulations (21 ). These resins may be used as articles or components of articles intended for repeated use in contact with food, subject to certain limitations describedin that further information on corrosionresistance to specific chemicals,please refer to the Met-Pro GlobalPump Solutions website SERIES 1500 THERMOSET CONSTRUCTIONRESIN TRANSFER MOLDING (RTM) PROCESS FORSUPERIOR STRENGTH AND CORROSION RESISTANCET hermoset Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) Pumps areincreasingly being used in the pump industry due to theirlow weight, durability, and tailor-made properties.

4 A ther-moset is a material that cures or hardens (sets) into a givenshape, generally through the reaction with a is an irreversible chemical reaction in which per-manent connections (cross-links) are made between amaterial s molecular chains. The cross-links give the curedpolymer a three-dimensional structure, as well as a higherdegree of rigidity than it possessed prior to is important to note that a thermoset material will notre-melt or otherwise regain the processibility it hadbefore being cured. Thermoset materials outperformother materials (thermoplastics, for example) in a number of areas, including the following: mechanicalproperties, chemical resistance , thermal stability, andoverall Fiberglass components in the Series 1500 Seriespumps, as well as Fybroc s complete line of centrifugalpumps, utilize the Resin Transfer Molding process.

5 Thisprocess allows for the controlled placement of continu-ous-strand Fiberglass mat in highstress areas. Specifically,sheets of continuous-strand Fiberglass matare die cut into spe-cific shapes andthen loaded intomatched-metal diemolds. After load-ing, the molds areclosed and theninjected with cat-alyzed resin into a singleinlet port with numerousvent ports to ensure complete airdisplacement. After the resin gels, the part is removedand allowed to cure at ambient temperature, and thenthe part is post-cured in a controlled heat operation. Themajor advantage of the RTM process, unlike a compression molded process that inherently utilizes ran-domly oriented pieces of chopped Fiberglass leading tocomparatively lower strength, is that the carefully orient-ed continuous-strand Fiberglass mat provides compo-nents with excellent physical strength and properties.

6 Inaddition, the process allows for the design of thinner-walled structures, thereby permitting the use of nearlypure resin systems for optimum corrosion resistance . Thebottom line is that RTM is a manufacturing technique thatoptimizes both strength and corrosion components such as the single-piece casing, withits heavily gusseted suction and discharge flanges, bene-fit from the reinforcing properties of the RTM process. Thispermits the handling of normal pipe loads under full work-ing pressures. Furthermore, this method of reinforcementin the impeller extends the life of this component and provides unparalled strength without degradation in corrosive more than thirty years of composite pump designand manufacturing experience, Fybroc has the expertiseto provide you with a composite pump line of the highestquality and durability for your specific service or applica-tion.

7 Remember, FRP Pumps are our ONLY business! By controlling the entire manufacturing process in-house, Fybroc is able to offer flexibility with special customerrequirements while boasting the best lead times in the -RESISTANT Fiberglass BASEPLATESF ybroc manufactures Fiberglass baseplates since chem-ical Pumps are often used and installed in environmentswhere external corrosion can be a serious problem. Thebaseplates are constructed of Fiberglass -reinforced vinylester resin utilizing continuous - strand reinforcement formaximum strength and stiffness. In addition, theyaccommodate ANSI/ASME dimensioned Pumps (andNEMA/IEC motors) with an integral, sloped drip panunder the pump, a tapped drain connection, and a pro-vision for a grouted foundation.

8 Refer to page 13 foradditional baseplate information and FEATURES OF THE Fybroc SERIES 1500 PUMPThe Fybroc Series 1500 pump is designed for broad corrosion- resistance through the use of high quality materials and state-of-the-art engineering. Its simplicityand versatility make it the ideal choice for all demandingpumping Fiberglass components are manufactured utilizing theResin Transfer Molding technique which enables completecontrol of the Fiberglass reinforcement in high stress pump components are NOT in contact withprocess CONFORMANCE ensures maximum interchangeabilitywith existing metal ANSI Pumps , therebyeliminating any need for piping or foun-dation changes when up-grading aninstallation to Fybroc Series HYDRAULIC PASSAGES promote increased pump ONE-PIECE GUSSETED CASING easily withstands the rigors of normalplant piping PUMP-OUT VANESand relief holes minimize axial unbalanceand lower stuffing box INSERT(integrally molded withimpeller) with rounded edges carriesimpeller torque loads with low CASING COVERis suitable foruse with most single outside or doubleinside mechanical seals without modifi-cations.

9 See page 7 for some of the mostfrequently used configurations and page8 for seal flush FIBERGLASSCONSTRUCTIONfor all wetted parts ineither vinyl ester or epoxy resin providesmaximum corrosion resistance for a widerange of difficult THROUGH-BOLTS maintain casing o-ring seal integrity under allhydraulic operating SHAFT SLEEVE design eliminates gaskets and o-rings and protects the pump shaft from exposure tothe process BEARINGS ensureoperating life well in excess of the minimum specified by IMPELLER ADJUSTMENT allows field setting of SHAFT minimizes deflec-tion to maximize mechanical seal THERMOSETTING POWDERCOATED POWER FRAME componentsprevent external OIL SEALS nickel plated-bronze for longer life.

10 Improved Series 1500 Pumps have been designed to maximizethe life of bearings and mechanical seals which can deteriorate because of shaft deflection resulting from radial thrust. Radial thrust is the force acting on the side ofan impeller as a result of the non-uniform distribution ofpressure around the pump casing at off-peak magnitude of this thrust varies with the flow, but theamount of radial thrust can roughly be cut in half by uti-lizing a double volute casing. The solid line in the chart tothe right depicts the typical radial thrust characteristic of asingle volute casing. The dotted line portrays the use of adouble volute casing and the resulting reduction in drawing at lower right shows the location of the cutwater in volute casings.