Task
Pump out or transfer hazardous substances—such as highly flammable materials, acids, or alkalis—from damaged vehicles or containers in order to secure the scene and carry out recovery operations safely.
Requirements
- Safe Handling of Hazardous Substances
- Suitable for flammable and toxic substances
- Can be used in hazardous areas
- Flexible for various containers
Solution in Detail
Use of an explosion-proof FP 425 Ex drum pump with backflow prevention, as well as FDM compressed-air diaphragm pumps for various media and flow rates in hazardous-materials applications.
Result
The FP 425 Ex drum pump meets the requirements of DIN 14555-12 and is equipped with a DN 50 tanker truck coupling and a foot strainer. An integrated adjustment mechanism prevents the medium from flowing back through the hose after emptying.
Safe Handling of Flammable, Toxic, and Corrosive Substances
Nearly complete emptying of drums and tanks (up to 99.98%)
Backflow prevention increases operational safety
Flexible use for various media and containers
High flow rates of up to 1,040 l/min with diaphragm pumps
Products used
Explosion-proof drum pumps and compressed-air diaphragm pumps for safe handling of hazardous materials—accessories and variants available.
Series 400 Drum Pumps
For pumping low-viscosity fluids from any type of container
Air-operated diaphragm pumps
Diaphragm pumps for pumping even abrasive fluids
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