PUMPING SOLUTIONS FOR DETERGENT GEL

Positive displacement pumps are ideally suited for transferring adhesives due to their ability to handle viscous, shear-sensitive, and sometimes abrasive materials with precision and care. Unlike centrifugal pumps, positive displacement pumps displace a specific volume of fluid with each cycle, ensuring a consistent flow rate that is crucial for maintaining the quality and integrity of adhesives during transfer. This is especially important when dealing with adhesives that require an even application to function correctly. Furthermore, these pumps offer superior control over pressure and flow, minimizing the risk of damaging the adhesive structure or altering its properties through excessive shear. Their versatility in handling a wide range of viscosities and their capability to pump fluids with uniform delivery make positive displacement pumps an excellent choice for adhesive applications.

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VIKING IN THE PROCESS

Adhesives is a broad category covering many materials, presenting unique challenges for which Viking Pump has proven solutions. They may range in viscosity from water thin solvents to extremely viscous polymers. Some are shear sensitive and require larger pumps operating at slow speeds, and some require double seals with barrier fluid or magnetic drives to prevent air or humidity contact at seal faces which can cause sticking or crystallization. Viking’s O-Pro® seal provides a lower-cost solution with grease barrier between dual dynamic O-rings to prevent air infiltration at the seal.

ADHESIVE APPLICATIONS

Manufacturing and packaging adhesives (e.g. PVAc, polyurethanes, epoxy resins)
Transfer from onsite blending (e.g. starch kitchen) to application and return
Metering onto items to be bonded

FROM THE FIELD

Andi's Pumps in Hudson, Iowa has used the Viking H8124A gear pump for two years to transfer thick adhesives. The pump’s smooth, consistent flow effectively handles the sticky, high-viscosity liquid, solving their application challenges.

One of our glue manufacturing customers was constantly dealing with pump failures and replacements. We recommended the Viking H8124A Series for its reliability and easy maintenance. After switching, the customer saw immediate improvements and is now planning to fully transition to Viking Pumps. It’s great to see our solution make such a positive impact.

One of our glue manufacturing customers kept having pump failures. I recommended the Viking H8124A for its reliability and easy upkeep. It solved their issues, and now they’re planning to switch entirely to Viking Pumps.