Kirton Mechanical Equipment

Here at K.M.E. we have the ability to supply and rebuild most makes and models of Vacuum Pumps. Our repair work is subcontracted to specialist pump repair works who rebuild pumps to stringent K.M.E.  standards and in doing so return them to OEM spec.

K.M.E. having carried out R&D work, over many years, on the operation of liquid ring vacuum pumps, is in a good position to offer a technically sound service on this subject.

We work one on one with each of our customers from start to finish and emphasize installing the correct Vacuum System. An improperly designed Vacuum System will result in degradation of the pump internals, resulting in shortened pump life-span, increased maintenance costs and possibly production losses.

We take the time to fully understand our customer's vacuum application taking into account the often destructive system variables. Stabilising system conditions by customised interventions allow us to guarantee longer pump life spans, reduced maintenance costs and Production losses.

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/vacuum-pumps

Our industrial slurry pumps are designed to withstand the abrasive properties of medium-duty, heavy-duty or highly-corrosive slurries.

We achieve this through specialised component design, manufactured from various high-grade materials.

We supply and service the following slurry pumps:

• Medium Duty Metal & Rubber Slurry Pumps
• Heavy Duty Metal & Rubber Slurry Pumps
• Vertical Spindle Slurry Pumps
• Vertical Slurry Sump Pumps
• Dewatering Pumps

Ceramic Fitted Slurry Pumps

We market a range of ceramic fitted pumps that are drop in replacements for the Warman “AH” range of pumps. Our Ceramic Fitted  Slurry Pumps are ideal for abrasive and aggressive slurries and have been trial tested on the following slurries:

• Chrome 6
• Mineral Sands
• Alumina
• Gold Plant transfer duties

All with excellent results and life span improvements of between 5 to 20 times alternative materials.

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/slurry-pumps

Partner with Kirton Mechanical Equipment for all of your process sanitary pumping needs. We represent a variety of the best manufacturers in the industry. Whether you need a new food grade pump, homogeniser or are looking for a better solution for a tricky pumping application, we can assist.

We endeavour to provide superior pumping solutions rather than just supply a pump.

We have extensive experience in problem-solving in most pump systems and this gives us an edge, because the application of our hydraulic knowledge, normally results in stable pump systems which result in greater efficiency, longer life span and reduced maintenance costs
We offer extensive maintenance and repair services for the following pumps and axillary equipment:

• Sanitary Pumps
• Hygienic Rotary Lobe Pumps
• Food Processing Equipment Repair
• Pump Maintenance and Repair
• Pump Refurbishing

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/food-grade-pumps

Pump sets are available to meet the demands of your application and facility. Pump sets can range from very simple systems typically found on boiler loop applications to multi-generator systems involving backup features. Custom designed pump skids for heavier oils or other application requirements are also available upon request.

Twin Screw Pumps

Twin Screw Pumps are self-priming, double ended positive displacement pumps with external timing gears and bearings. As the screws rotate, cavities are formed between the individual screws. These hold a given volume of fluid, moving it axially as the screws rotate. The portion of the fluid that enters the pump is diverted to the left or right and then moved forward from left to centre and from right to centre. At the centre the two flow paths re-join and leave the pump through the discharge flange. The screws do not mesh with each other. The drive to driven screw is transmitted by means of timing gears.

Triple Screw Pumps

Triple Screw Pumps are self-priming pumps with external or internal bearing, available in horizontal or vertical constructions. The pumping element of the Triple Screw Pumps consists of three screws, the main or drive screw and the two driven screws, which mesh together within the pump casing and form, transfer chambers. When turning the main screw the chambers move continuously and axially from the suction to the discharge side according to the pitch of the screws.

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/screw-pumps

The Mascual design features may be of great interest to clients in the market for a pump for transfer of sugar solutions.

Mascual Rotary Pump Features:

• Long Pump Life Span.
• Double outboard bearing design.
• Superior cast steel construction with SG iron rotors.
• Dramatically reduced gland leakage due to the scavenging of leakage, via purge connections, from the stuffing boxes to the suction port.
• Shaft carried by two plummer block bearings mounted on rigid bearing pedestals that form an integral part of the pump casing.
• A proudly South African product - 100% locally manufactured.
• Steam out connections.
• All spares can be manufactured in the Mill Work Shops so maintenance costs are negligible.
• Competitive Pricing for a superior product.

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/rotary-sugar-pumps

K.M.E Supplies various positive displacement pumps for a range of duties inclusive of Molasses, Oils, Soap solutions to mention just a few.

Belli Meccanica provide a wide range of positive displacement pumps from oscillating hollow disk pumps, (produced by Belli Meccanica for over 30 years, whose range was completely renewed in 2008) to the latest ones, the positive displacement pumps with rubber impeller, an absolute innovation in the pump sector and designed to operate with low-lubricating and aqueous liquids.

Production includes double and triple body oscillating hollow disk pumps, up to the magnetic drive pumps range. The materials range goes from simple cast iron and carbon steel for the most basic applications, to the hardened stainless steel, hastelloy, and hard CVD coatings for the most heavy-duty applications.

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/products/positive-displacement-pumps

K.M.E Are authorized resellers of RIX Compressors throughout South Africa. Innovators often find their compressor and generator needs are not met by anything on the market, especially when it comes to finding high pressure oil-free pneumatic technology. Tell us your design challenge and we will work with you to select or custom design a 100% oil-free compressor that meets the RIX trademark for safety, reliability, and ease of use.

RIX compressors range from high pressure inert gas generators to oxygen compressor systems. Our small to medium sized boosters can handle a multitude of applications using oxygen, air, nitrogen, hydrogen, helium, and other clean, dry gases. Oil-free compressors and generators support up to 7,000 psig (500 barg) and horsepower ranges from ½ to 15 horsepower (0.5 to 11 kw).

We supply, service and provide replacement spares the following compressors:

• CO2 Compressors
• Gas Compressors
• Rix HP Compressors
• Reciprocating Compressors

Source :- http://www.kme.co.za/compressors

Wedge wire suction screens, for pumps, are superior to mesh suction screen baskets as wedge wire has a greater open area, hence reducing pressure loss across the screens which benefits pump performance.K.M.E  Custom manufacture Stainless Steel wedge wire screen products for most applications and supply DSM screens to some sugar mills as well as Rotary juice screens.