Wear and tear issues
Wear is one of the most common causes of reduced pump performance and unplanned downtime. Particularly when pumping abrasive media, such as sand, sludge, lime, minerals or other solid particles, pump components are constantly exposed to high mechanical stress.
During pumping, these particles move at high speed through the pump’s hydraulic system. Due to the constant impact and friction, components such as the impeller, the pump casing, wear plates and seals gradually wear down. This alters the pump’s original geometry, increases internal clearance and reduces hydraulic efficiency.
The first signs of wear are often a reduction in capacity, lower pressure build-up and higher energy consumption. As wear progresses, vibrations, leaks and, ultimately, pump failure may occur.
