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Stainless Steel Corrosion Resistant Pumps

Engineered durability for aggressive fluids and harsh environments.
Stainless steel corrosion resistant pumps are specifically constructed from alloys like AISI 304, 316, 316L, Duplex, and Super Duplex to withstand corrosive, acidic, alkaline, or chloride-rich fluids that would rapidly degrade standard cast iron pumps. EKG Malaysia supplies and installs these robust pumps for critical applications in chemical processing, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, seawater handling, and aggressive industrial services.

Key Alloys & Their Applications:

• AISI 304 (SS304): General corrosion resistance for mild chemicals, clean water, and food-grade applications.

• AISI 316/316L (SS316): Superior resistance to chlorides and acids; the standard for chemical duty, marine environments, and coastal cooling water.

• Duplex & Super Duplex Stainless Steels: For highly aggressive services (high chloride, acidic), offering strength and pitting resistance beyond 316, often used in offshore, oil & gas, and severe chemical plants.

• Specialized Alloys: For specific extreme duties, we can source pumps in Alloy 20, Hastelloy, or Titanium.

Design Features for Corrosive Service:

• Full Wetted Part Construction: Casing, impeller, shaft, and fasteners all in compatible stainless steel.

• Advanced Sealing: Mechanical seals with faces like Silicon Carbide and elastomers like Viton®/EPDM, selected for chemical compatibility.

• Casting & Finish Quality: High-integrity castings with smooth, polished finishes to minimize crevice corrosion and fouling.

• Cathodic Protection: Optional anodes for submerged components in seawater.

Common Applications Requiring Stainless Steel Pumps:

• Chemical Transfer: Acids, alkalis, solvents, and process chemicals.

• Food, Dairy & Beverage Processing: Sanitary (3-A) pumps for product transfer, CIP (Clean-in-Place) fluids.

• Pharmaceutical & BioTech: High-purity water (WFI, RO), process fluids requiring hygienic design.

• Seawater & Brackish Water: Cooling, intake, firewater, and ballast.

• Pulp & Paper: Bleach, black liquor, and corrosive stock.

• Wastewater Treatment: Handling chemically treated or acidic effluent.

Why Material Selection is Critical:
Using the wrong material can lead to catastrophic failure, dangerous leaks, product contamination, and frequent costly replacements. We perform a corrosion review based on your fluid's pH, chloride content, temperature, and concentration.

Our Stainless Steel Pump Services:

1. Material Recommendation: Advising on the most cost-effective alloy for your specific fluid and duty cycle.

2. Pump Selection: Supplying centrifugal, positive displacement, or sealless pumps in the specified alloy.

3. Professional Installation: Ensuring proper grounding to prevent galvanic corrosion and correct gasket/seal installation.

4. Lifecycle Support: Providing chemically compatible spare parts and maintenance.

Specify for the fluid, build for longevity.
A correctly specified stainless steel pump is a long-term solution for handling corrosive fluids safely and reliably.

Contact EKG Malaysia for expert selection and supply of stainless steel corrosion resistant pumps. We match the alloy to your challenge.