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Starch based adhesives have a thick material viscosity and are commonly used in the paper and corrugating industries. The raw starch is derived from a variety of plants such as corn, wheat, and potatoes. They tend to be shear sensitive (thickening) and are mixed in equipment commonly referred to as a starch kitchen.
Starch Adhesive Applications are Challenging
- Pressure spikes damaging mechanical and lip seal components
- Downtime and costly repairs delaying production
- High-viscosity materials damaging pump internals
Viking Pump has the Answer
Our engineering team has developed the best positive displacement pump solution for those challenges you face with our 1124A-BXB Series™ gear pump with O-Pro® sealing technology.
- Reliable sealing with O-Pro®
- Minimal maintenance
- Withstands pressure spikes
- Handles a wide range of viscosities with ease at a flow rate to 200 gallons per minute
Replace Packing or Mechanical Seals with O-Pro®
Each O-Pro® Seal design option replaces packing or a mechanical seal by occupying the internal bracket cavity with a machined seal gland. Utilizing O-rings to seal externally on the bracket and internally on the shaft, a combination of O-rings and lubricating grease provide a robust seal. This prevents process fluids from leaking out of the pump. Learn more>>
1124A-BXB Series™
The 1124A-BXB Series™ internal gear pump handles adhesive materials reliably and without shearing. They are used in the starch mixing and delivery process (sometimes called starch kitchens) used by paper mills and corrugators. That makes it the perfect solution for your application requirements.
Gear Pump vs Centrifugal Pump
Viscous fluids dramatically affect the flow rate and efficiency of a centrifugal pump. While many centrifugal pumps are cataloged to 1,000 cSt and higher, positive displacement gear pumps are clearly the better choice when considering the high energy costs resulting from this lost efficiency.
Generally speaking, pumps tend to shear liquids more as speed is increased. This makes positive displacement pumps the go-to solution for viscous materials as they are better able to handle shear sensitive liquids.
THE VIKING PUMP ADVANTAGE
With over 110 years of experience providing positive displacement pumping solutions, Viking Pump has a rich, lengthy history of providing engineered solutions for tough applications like corrugated cardboard. Our dedicated sales and field support specialists are supported by a team of customer service
representatives and engineers plus a knowledgeable team of application engineers are available to help with product selection and technical support.
Viking Pump's commitment to innovation and performance has made us a leader in the industry. Our extensive product line offers an array of solutions for corrugated box manufacturers, from our high-performance pumps to our advanced engineering capabilities. With a variety of custom designs available, Viking Pump can help you optimize your production process and increase your bottom line.
