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Containment Duty Pumps: How They Work

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Containment Duty Pumps: How They Work

Posted on by Sara Springer
AODD Diaphragm Failure

Prevent a situation like this with a Sandpiper Containment Duty Pump

When a diaphragm fails on a typical AODD pump, the fluid can leak into the air side of the pump and out of the exhaust muffler. When pumping water for example, it may only be an inconvenience, but still the cleanup is a housekeeping chore. When pumping abrasive, corrosive or aggressive fluid this will damage the air valve components, and is a potential hazard to personnel by spraying through the muffler and pooling around the pump.
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Tag Archive: Containment Duty Pumps

Sandpiper Containment Duty: Prevents Hazardous & Atmospheric Reactive Fluids from Spilling

Posted on by Sara Springer

Specially Designed, Sealless AODD Pumps Provide Extra Protection from Spills

Sandpiper Containment Duty AODD Pump - ET3MSandpiper Containment Duty Air Operated Double Diaphragm pumps are designed to provide protection from spills for fluids that are hazardous or reactive to atmosphere. By placing a secondary chamber filled with a driver fluid between the outer diaphragm and the air end of the pump, detection of leaks can be acheived before they are able to reach atmosphere. This saves money, time and labor.
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