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Title: The ABCs of pump selection for mine dewatering

Journal Article · · Coal Age
OSTI ID:21125961

Choosing the right type of pump for removing water from mine operations can provide significant benefits in overall performance and cost of operation. The article describes the types of pump most commonly used: vertical turbine pumps, electric and hydraulic submersible pumps, horizontal multistage centrifugal pumps and horizontal single-stage centrifugal pumps. It gives points to consider when selecting a suitable pump, including solids handling capacity and acid content, portability, automatic operation, easy maintenance and parts availability. 1 photo.

OSTI ID:
21125961
Journal Information:
Coal Age, Vol. 1139, Issue 10; Other Information: The article was first published in Pumps and Systems, Sep 2008; ISSN 0009-9910
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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