Mono® NOV has launched a new range of hygienic rotary lobe pumps that has been specifically developed to significantly improve processing quality and efficiency for food and beverage manufacturers.
The Luna range of rotary lobe pumps is the latest addition to Mono's hygienic pump offering for food and beverage applications. It consists of high efficiency positive displacement pumps, which feature a modular and simple design that minimises maintenance requirements and delivers a long reliable life.
Commenting on the launch of the new range, Simon Lambert, general manager, Europe, at Mono, said: "The new Luna pump has been specifically developed to meet stringent hygiene standards, including 3A and EHEDG. It has also been designed with C-I-P (Clean-in Place) and S-I-P (Sterilise-in-Place) procedures in mind. Wetted parts are manufactured in 316L stainless steel as standard, with other materials available that can withstand the most arduous regimes and corrosive cleaning chemicals. In addition, a range of hygienic fittings are also available, ensuring all market requirements are met."
"The gentle, smooth pumping action of Luna rotary lobe pumps makes them eminently suitable for thixotropic and shear-sensitive products, or those containing soft solids like fruit pieces, where damage must be avoided. Its positive action also enables the Luna pump to offer accurate metering and batching, especially with medium and higher viscosity fluids such as sugar syrups. At the same time, because there is no metal to metal rubbing contact, abrasive particles or crystals will cause minimal wear."
With maximum flow volumes up to 300m3/h, Mono's Luna lobe pumps are able to handle a wide range of viscosities. Standard pump designs are built for a temperature range between -40°C and 100°C continuous performance, and optional designs up to 200°C are available for especially rigorous duties. To maintain process temperature, a heating or cooling jacket body can also be specified.
Their compact size facilitates easy location within a plant and also enables them to be used as a mobile, trolley mounted pump. For additional flexibility, the pump is also suited to a variety of drive types, including variable speed via a mechanical, hydraulic or belt adjustable speed unit or inverter integrated into the motor. Alternatively, it can be fixed speed via reduction geared motor.
The all metal construction of the pumping chamber ensures easy cleaning, and inspection and access is simple via the removable front casing of the chamber. Rotors are also easily removable, while shaft bearings can be maintained from outside the pump chamber.
In addition to the new Luna range, Mono's full offering for food and beverage applications includes the Helios progressing cavity pump and the W-Range widethroat pump, an auger fed progressing cavity pump for slurries and pastes.
Based in Manchester, Mono NOV is Europe's leading designer and manufacturer of pumps, parts, grinders, screens and packaged systems, supplying many different sectors including, water and wastewater, food and beverage, chemical and pharmaceutical, oil and gas, minerals and mining and paper and pulp. Mono's product range includes heavy and light duty industrial transfer pumps, widethroat pumps, hygienic pumps, dosing pumps, solar pumps, as well as munchers and screens.
Mono NOV Group:
The Mono NOV Group is a worldwide leader in pumps, parts, grinders, screens and packaged systems. With revenues in excess of $170 million, the Mono NOV Group has 700 authorised distributors across the globe and employs over 750 people.
National Oilwell Varco (NOV):
National Oilwell Varco is a leading provider of oilfield products and services to the worldwide oil and gas industry and has been for more than 140 years. The company's headquarters are in Houston, USA and it has over 100 subsidiaries with over 1,000 sites around the world, employing 30,000 people. National Oilwell Varco, which has a turnover of $8 billion, acquired Mono in 2003.