Brook Hansen - Brook Hansen Lobe Pump

Applications & Use Cases

• Transferring viscous liquids and slurries in food and beverage production.
• Handling delicate products such as creams, yoghurts, and sauces without damage.
• Pumping pharmaceutical ingredients and cosmetic formulations.
• Moving chemicals, polymers, and other industrial fluids.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of lobe pump, capacities commonly range from a few litres per minute up to several hundred litres per minute, depending on the specific pump configuration and application.

Power supply

Units of this type are typically powered by a three-phase electric motor, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK, with power ratings varying based on flow and pressure requirements.

Operating pressure

Lobe pumps are generally suitable for medium-pressure applications, typically up to 10-15 bar, though specific models may vary.

Materials of construction

Product-contact parts are commonly made from 316 stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance, with elastomers for seals.

Viscosity handling

Lobe pumps excel at handling high-viscosity fluids, often up to 1,000,000 cP or more, making them suitable for thick slurries and pastes.

Footprint

The footprint for a pump of this model series would typically be compact, designed for integration into existing process lines, often mounted on a base plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the main advantages of a lobe pump?

  Lobe pumps offer gentle product handling, making them ideal for shear-sensitive liquids. They also provide consistent flow rates, are easy to clean, and can handle a wide range of viscosities and solids in suspension.

• Is this pump suitable for CIP (Clean-In-Place) systems?

• What kind of maintenance does a lobe pump require?

• Can this pump handle solids?

• What is the difference between a lobe pump and a centrifugal pump?