Vertical, single and multi-stage, turbine pumps for firefighting applications. UL listed and FM approved pump for suction lift conditions. Available with diesel or electric drive.
Overview
Ruhrpumpen's vertical turbine fire pumps are available as single pumping units or complete pre-packaged fire systems (with or without enclosure).
CHARACTERISTICS
Stuffing box machined with bushing to guide shaft
Discharge head provides support for motor and entire pump
Column connections can be flanged or threaded with coupling
Bearings available in a variety of materials
Line shaft couplings machined from solid steel stock
Column assembly manufactures in-plant to ensure accurate fit
Sleeve bearings to provide long life and low friction
Enclosed impellers designed for long life and high efficiency
Standard tapered collets to secure impeller to pump shaft
Suction bowl that provides rigid support of the lower end of the pump shaft
Strainer to prevent entry of foreign objets into pump suction
Diesel or electric driven
BENEFITS
UL listed and FM approved pump for suction lift conditions
Minimal maintenance
Can be used where city water is not available and ponds or lakes are the only water supply
Construction materials for seawater service are available