Lobe Pumps and Processing Equipment in Namibia
Acufill Processing and Packaging Equipment (Pty) Ltd supplies Durrex process pump technology to businesses operating throughout Namibia. Our range is centred on lobe pumps for reliable product transfer and also includes homogeneous pump and grinding pump solutions for more specialised manufacturing processes.
Selecting a pump requires more than matching a pipe diameter. Product viscosity, temperature, solids content, required flow, cleaning procedures and installation conditions all influence which pump configuration will perform effectively. Acufill works with customers to identify equipment suited to the actual demands of their operation.
Reliable Product Transfer with Durrex Lobe Pumps
Durrex lobe pumps use two synchronised rotors to move product through the pump chamber. As a positive displacement rotary pump, the unit delivers a controlled flow and can accommodate products ranging from free-flowing liquids to dense and highly viscous media.
The rotors operate without direct contact with one another or the pump housing. This internal clearance reduces friction and helps extend the service life of the pump.
Various rotor designs can be selected according to the product and the required handling characteristics. Certain configurations can transfer media that contain liquid, gas and solid particles, while other options focus on improved stability or reduced product damage.
For processes where output must be adjusted, the pump can be paired with an inverter to vary the operating speed and flow. Connection choices include flange, threaded and clamp fittings.
Pump Configurations for Different Namibian Applications
The Durrex range includes several lobe pump designs for specific installation and processing challenges.
A steam-jacketed rotary pump circulates steam or hot water around the pump body to help maintain product temperature. This is useful for media that may thicken or solidify as they cool.
High-viscosity products can be introduced through a rectangular inlet, which makes it easier for dense media to enter the pump chamber. Mobile models supplied on trolleys allow one pump to serve different production points, while adjustable base plates can help align the equipment with existing pipelines.
Selected hygienic models support CIP and SIP procedures. Full stainless-steel covers are also available to protect the motor and gearbox during washdown or on-site cleaning.
Homogeneous Pump Equipment in Namibia
Where production requires intensive processing rather than transfer alone, a homogeneous pump can perform mixing, dispersion, refining and emulsification in-line.
The rotor and stator system operates at high speed to generate shear, impact and turbulent movement. This action reduces agglomerates and distributes ingredients more evenly throughout the medium.
Durrex DHX models are available with different numbers of shearing stages, allowing the required processing intensity to be matched to the product and application.
Grinding Pumps for Controlled Refining
Durrex grinding pumps use layered toothed discs to reduce particle size progressively. The arrangement moves from wider to narrower clearances, processing the product from coarse to fine.
Customers can choose fixed-gap, manually adjusted or automatically controlled models. Adjustment may be completed by handwheel, local controls, PLC or remote DCS, depending on the selected pump.
Choosing a Durrex Pump in Namibia
Acufill can assist Namibian businesses in selecting lobe pumps, rotary pump equipment, a homogeneous pump or a grinding pump based on their process requirements. Contact Acufill to discuss the product, capacity and installation conditions of your application.